MaritzaYBaezMDFAAFP(She/Her)

Family Physician

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I have been practicing Family Medicine in downtown Buffalo, my hometown, for over 15 years. I enjoy treating complex diabetic patients and successfully teaching diabetic management to diverse populations. I adapt easily to new situations and have an interest in healthcare technology and EHR optimization. I am a highly motivated self-starter who can manage multiple priorities with ease. I am an effective team member with outstanding interpersonal and presentation skills. I'm a dedicated, energetic professional with a strong work ethic.

Jefferson Family Medicine Center2005 - 2007
Buffalo General Hospital2004 - 2007
Deaconess Family Medicine Center2004 - 2005
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at BuffaloClass of 2004

Family Physician Educator of the Year NYSAFP, 2017
Electronic Health Record Champion Lifetime Health Medical Group, 2012
Idea Olympics Champion Lifetime Health Medical Group, 2012
Physician’s Recognition Award with Commendation American Medical Association, 2011
Top Doctor (New York) HealthTap.com, 2011
Most Compassionate Family Physician (New York) HealthTap.com, 2011
Physician Practice Connections Recognition Program National Committee for Quality Assurance, 2011-2013
Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition Program National Committee for Quality Assurance, 2011-2013
Fellow (FAAFP) American Academy of Family Physicians, 2010
Diabetes Recognition Program National Committee for Quality Assurance, 2010-2013
Narcotic Policy Coordinator Lifetime Health Medical Group, 2007
Mark Petrino Award for Family Medicine SUNY Buffalo SMBS, Department of Family Medicine, 2004
Generalist Scholar for Family Medicine SUNY Buffalo SMBS, 2004
New York State Regents Professional Scholarship New York State Education Department, 2004
Harold S. Sanes and Thelma Sanes Medical Scholarship SUNY Buffalo SMBS, 2003
Frieda W Waugh Memorial Medical Scholarship Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, 2003
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Journal Articles

Abstracts/Posters

Differences between domiciled and homeless individuals and Psychiatric ER Usage
Kim Griswold, North American Primary Care Research Group National Meeting, North American Primary Care Research Group National Meeting
Differences between domiciled and homeless individuals and Psychiatric ER Usage
Kim Griswold, SUNY Buffalo SMBS Scholarly Exchange Day, SUNY Buffalo SMBS

Lectures

"Another Mild winter on the way?"
Channel 4 WIVB Buffalo
Primary Care Perspective on Lung Nodules
Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo NY
Graduation Keynote Speech
Enterprise Charter School, Buffalo NY
Building Bridges with Patients
Lifetime Health Medical Group
What it takes to be a physician
South Park High School, Buffalo NY
Winter Health Tips with Penny Wolfgang
WBEN Radio, Buffalo NY
The Importance of Women's Health
International Institute, Buffalo NY
8th grade Graduation Keynote Speech
Public School #33, Buffalo NY
“The Importance of Annual Physicals”
Channel 2 WGRZ, Buffalo NY
Following Your Goals
South Park High School
Setting and reaching your goals
Public School #33, Buffalo NY
Setting and reaching your goals
Valley Community Center, Buffalo NY
Buffalo Prep Celebration of Achievement Keynote Speech
Buffalo NY
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The Best Ways to Deal with Stress and Depression During the HolidaysDecember 9th, 2017

Physician Advisor, NEXTGEN ICD 10 Focus Group 2012 - 2015
Physician Member, Peer Review Committee 2011 - 2017
Physician Coordinator, Diabetes Management Committee 2011 - 2017
Founding expert, club md member, HealthTap.com ClubMD 2011 - 2015
Member, Physician Compensation Committee 2011 - 2011
Bridge Builder, Patient Bridge Committee 2010 - 2011
Physician Advisor, NEXTGen Electronic Health Record Committee 2009 - 2017
Member, Clinical Excellence Committee 2009 - 2011
Physician Advisor, Health e link Diabetes WNY Best Practice Development Group 2008 - 2009
Women Below 30 Advisory Board Member, Erie County Commission on the Status of Women 2005 - 2007