About
Dr. Lilia Pedrego is a board-certified family medicine physician and the founder of HealthNM. She earned her medical degree from the UNM School of Medicine and trained in family medicine through the Southern NM Family Medicine Residency Program. Her career has spanned both clinic and hospital settings, giving her broad clinical experience across the full spectrum of primary care.
Dr. Pedrego is passionate about preventive care and personalized medicine. She founded HealthNM to serve the underserved communities of New Mexico, where physician shortages make timely access to care a persistent challenge. Her clinical focus extends beyond primary care to include PRP therapy for joint conditions such as osteoarthritis and tendonitis, IV hydration and infusion medicine, and aesthetic services including Botox and microneedling. She sees her practice as an expression of gratitude toward the communities she serves.
Education & Training
Medical School
UNM School of Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Southern NM Family Medicine Residency Program
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Pedrego right for?
Dr. Pedrego is a strong fit for adults in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho who want accessible, relationship-driven primary care. Patients managing joint pain from osteoarthritis, tendonitis, or ligament injuries benefit from her PRP therapy expertise. She also serves patients seeking IV hydration for energy, illness recovery, or athletic performance. Those interested in aesthetic treatments alongside their primary care can find both under one physician at HealthNM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pedrego treats a wide range of family medicine conditions as well as joint pain issues including osteoarthritis, tendonitis, ligament injuries, meniscus injuries, and labral injuries. She also addresses dehydration and general wellness concerns. Her scope extends to aesthetic medicine services for patients interested in non-surgical cosmetic treatments.
Yes, Dr. Pedrego holds board certification in family medicine. She earned that certification after completing her medical degree at the UNM School of Medicine and her residency at the Southern NM Family Medicine Residency Program. Board certification requires ongoing continuing education to maintain.
Dr. Pedrego completed her medical education at the UNM School of Medicine. She then trained in family medicine through the Southern NM Family Medicine Residency Program. She has also worked in both clinic and hospital environments throughout her career.
Yes, Dr. Pedrego offers Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy at HealthNM. She uses PRP to treat joint pain conditions including osteoarthritis, tendonitis, ligament injuries, meniscus injuries, labral injuries, and post-surgical recovery. PRP therapy draws on the patient's own blood to promote healing in cartilage, tendons, and ligaments.
Dr. Pedrego provides Botox injections, lip and facial fillers, and microneedling at HealthNM. These services are available to members alongside primary care and other clinical offerings. Patients in both Albuquerque and Rio Rancho can access these treatments.
Yes, Dr. Pedrego offers IV hydration and infusion medicine at HealthNM. Infusion options address energy, immune health, illness recovery, hangover relief, athletic recovery, and beauty blends. IV therapy delivers fluids and nutrients directly into the bloodstream for fast absorption.
Dr. Pedrego focuses on preventive, personalized care tailored to each individual patient. She founded HealthNM specifically to improve access to quality medicine for underserved New Mexico communities. Her concierge model gives patients direct access to her around the clock and allows for appointments up to 60 minutes long.
Yes, Dr. Pedrego accepts new patients at HealthNM. Prospective patients can contact the practice to schedule an appointment at either the Albuquerque or Rio Rancho location. All visits require an appointment before arrival.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026