About
David C. Leech, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician serving patients in Albuquerque, New Mexico through his MDVIP-affiliated practice. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Maharishi International University in Fairfield, Iowa in 1981. He then completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri in 1985. His internship and residency training both took place at Heights General Medical Center in Albuquerque, where he completed a rotating family practice program between 1985 and 1988. He holds a Diplomate certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Leech focuses on preventive health, chronic condition management, and personalized care for each patient. He treats conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and chronic fatigue syndrome. His interest in chronic fatigue syndrome led him to co-author research on STAT1 protein deficiency in a subpopulation of CFS patients, presented at the American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome conference in 2004. Patients consistently describe him as attentive, compassionate, and thorough. He remembers patient history from visit to visit and goes well beyond routine care when his patients need him. Dr. Leech maintains hospital affiliations with both the Lovelace Hospital Group and the Presbyterian Hospital Group.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Maharishi International University, Fairfield, IA — Bachelor of Science, Biology, 1981
Medical School
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO — Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 1985
Residency
Heights General Medical Center, Rotating Family Practice Internship, Albuquerque, NM, 1986-1988
Additional Training
Internship: Heights General Medical Center, Rotating Family Practice Internship, Albuquerque, NM, 1985-1986
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Leech right for?
Dr. Leech is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician focused on prevention and long-term relationship-based care. Patients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his proactive management approach. He also works with patients dealing with chronic fatigue syndrome. Those who value direct physician access, including after-hours phone availability, will find his practice well-suited to their needs. Patients who prefer seeing the same doctor at every visit, rather than a nurse practitioner or physician assistant, fit naturally into his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Leech treats a range of chronic and preventive health conditions. His clinical focus includes type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and chronic fatigue syndrome. He also delivers comprehensive preventive screenings and builds custom wellness plans for each patient.
Yes. Dr. Leech holds a Diplomate certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Heights General Medical Center in Albuquerque.
Dr. Leech takes a proactive, preventive approach to healthcare. He believes in educating patients and building individualized care plans rather than simply reacting to illness. His goal is to partner with patients as they work toward their health goals.
Yes. Every office visit is with Dr. Leech directly. He does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. This direct access is a core feature of his MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Yes. Dr. Leech is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Patients with urgent concerns do not have to wait until the next business day to speak with him.
Yes. Dr. Leech co-authored research on STAT1 protein deficiency in a subpopulation of patients with chronic fatigue syndrome. The team presented this work at the American Association for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome conference in October 2004.
Dr. Leech earned his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985. He completed both his internship and residency at Heights General Medical Center in Albuquerque, finishing in 1988. He has practiced in Albuquerque throughout his career.
Dr. Leech holds affiliations with the Lovelace Hospital Group and the Presbyterian Hospital Group, both in Albuquerque. These affiliations support coordinated care when patients need hospital-based services.
Doctor profile last updated March 26, 2026