Dr. Andrew HemmenMD
at Body1MD Primary Care & Wellness — Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
About
Dr. Andrew Hemmen founded Body1MD Primary Care & Wellness in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque after more than two decades caring for some of New Mexico's most seriously ill patients. He earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine in 2003. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York in 2006 and holds board certification in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Hemmen spent over 20 years in hospital medicine, serving New Mexico patients since 2008. He rose to Chief Hospitalist during the opening of Presbyterian Rust Medical Center in 2011. After treating thousands of hospitalized patients, he recognized that many serious illnesses traced back to preventable chronic disease. That insight redirected his focus toward prevention, metabolic health, and performance. He is passionate about chronic disease management, weight management, GLP-1 therapy, hormone optimization, and nutrition. Colleagues and patients consistently note his exceptional compassion and attention to each individual.
Education & Training
Medical School
St. George's University School of Medicine (2003)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York (2006)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hemmen right for?
Dr. Hemmen is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician who tracks their health over time and stays reachable between visits. Patients managing hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, or obesity benefit from his chronic disease focus. He also works well with adults pursuing weight loss, metabolic improvement, or peak physical performance. Patients who value longer appointments and direct physician access tend to thrive under his care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hemmen treats a broad range of adult conditions. His clinical focus includes hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, thyroid disorders, anxiety, depression, arthritis, asthma, COPD, and sleep disorders. He also manages acute illnesses such as infections, bronchitis, flu, and migraines.
Yes. Dr. Hemmen holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York in 2006 and has practiced in New Mexico since 2008.
Dr. Hemmen earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York in 2006.
Dr. Hemmen spent more than 20 years in hospital medicine. He served as Chief Hospitalist during the opening and development of Presbyterian Rust Medical Center in 2011. He cared for thousands of hospitalized patients across New Mexico before shifting his focus to prevention and primary care.
Dr. Hemmen takes a proactive, whole-patient approach to chronic disease. Rather than managing symptoms in isolation, he looks at metabolic health, lifestyle factors, and long-term risk. He builds individualized plans that address root causes alongside day-to-day management.
Yes. Dr. Hemmen guides patients through medically supervised weight management, including GLP-1 therapy monitoring, nutrition optimization, and lifestyle planning. He treats weight as part of overall metabolic health rather than an isolated concern.
Yes, as part of the optional Wellness and Performance program. Dr. Hemmen evaluates patients individually and offers hormone optimization and peptide therapies when clinically appropriate. These services carry separate pricing from the standard membership.
Members reach Dr. Hemmen directly by phone and text 24/7 most of the year. He uses that direct access to help patients decide whether a concern needs an in-office visit or can be addressed remotely. This direct line is included in the monthly membership.
Dr. Hemmen sees adults 18 and older. His panel includes patients managing chronic conditions, adults focused on prevention and long-term wellness, and individuals pursuing performance and metabolic goals. He serves patients from Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, Albuquerque, Corrales, Rio Rancho, and the broader North Valley area.
Doctor profile last updated October 31, 2026