About
Dr. Regina M. Wright brings a career shaped by broad clinical service and deep community commitment to her Tempe family medicine practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with Honors Research from Douglass College at Rutgers University in 1980. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Virginia Medical School in 1986. Her residency in Family Medicine followed at Hunterdon Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson in Flemington, New Jersey, finishing in 1989.
Dr. Wright holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians. As a veteran, she earned both a Unit Commendation Award and the Public Health Service Citation Medal in 1990. She spent eight years practicing medicine on the Navajo Reservation and also served on a mission trip to Lesotho, Africa. Her clinical interests include holistic care and integrative approaches such as herbal therapies, acupuncture, and hypnotherapy. She has called the Gilbert area home since 1995, where she lives with her husband, two grown children, and an ever-changing collection of pets. Outside the office, she enjoys gourmet cooking, tai chi, traveling to exotic destinations, reading, and beating her husband at Scrabble.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Douglass College-Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, 1980 (Honors Research)
Medical School
University of Virginia Medical School, Charlottesville, VA - Doctorate of Medicine, 1986
Residency
Hunterdon Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson, Flemington, NJ - Family Medicine, 1986-1989
Certifications
Languages
English
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wright right for?
Dr. Wright is a strong fit for adults seeking a family medicine doctor who considers the whole person, not just the presenting condition. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her chronic disease focus. Those curious about integrative therapies like acupuncture, herbal medicine, or hypnotherapy will find a knowledgeable guide. Patients who value a physician with deep community roots and a long, diverse career history connect well with her approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wright specializes in family medicine with a strong focus on holistic and integrative care. She treats common chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She also incorporates alternative therapies such as herbal medicine, acupuncture, and hypnotherapy into her practice.
Yes, Dr. Wright holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She also maintains membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians. These credentials reflect her sustained commitment to clinical standards in family medicine.
Dr. Wright earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia Medical School in 1986. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Hunterdon Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson in Flemington, New Jersey, finishing in 1989. Before medical school, she graduated with Honors Research from Douglass College at Rutgers University.
Yes, Dr. Wright actively incorporates integrative medicine into her care. She offers herbal therapies, acupuncture, and hypnotherapy alongside conventional family medicine. Patients interested in a blended approach to health and wellness are a natural fit for her practice.
Dr. Wright manages type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension, among other chronic conditions. She takes a holistic view of chronic disease, focusing on the whole patient rather than individual diagnoses. Her integrative options can complement standard treatment plans.
Dr. Wright has practiced medicine for over three decades. Her career includes eight years serving patients on the Navajo Reservation and a medical mission to Lesotho, Africa. She also received a Unit Commendation Award and the Public Health Service Citation Medal in 1990 for her service.
Dr. Wright sees adult patients across a broad range of health needs. She works well with patients managing chronic conditions and those seeking a preventive, wellness-focused approach. Patients interested in integrative therapies alongside conventional medicine benefit especially from her background.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026