Piñon Family Practice was established in April of 1998. Of the three original physicians and one physician assistant, only one, Dr. Joseph Pope, remained by 2000. He preserved and partnered with Dr. Sean Faherty, Dr. Ronald Bliss, Dr. Holly Abernethy, and Dr. William Curtis Young, to grow Piñon Family Practice to is current version.

Our office originally started in a 6,000 square foot leased space and eventually moved to the now 18,000 square foot building which houses a moderate complexity laboratory, 4 physicians, 4 physician assistants, and 2 nurse practitioners. Further, we have loyal and dedicated staff that supports our mission to provide extraordinary patient care. As healthcare evolves, so will Piñon Family Practice, remaining connected to the Four Corner community.

Dr. Faherty received his Bachelor’s degree at Duke University and his Medical Degree at the UNM School of Medicine. He completed his internship, residency, and rural medicine fellowship at UNMH – Department of Family Medicine.

Dr. Bliss received his Bachelor’s degree at NMSU and his Medical Degree at the UNM School of Medicine. He completed his internship at Medical College of Virginia and his residency at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, Texas.

Dr. Abernethy received her Bachelor’s degree at Bridgewater College where she graduated summa cum laude. She received her Medical Degree at Ross University and completed her internship and residency at the Shenandoah Valley Family Practice program in Front Royal, Virginia.

Dr. Young received his Bachelor’s degree at UNM and received his Medical Degree at the UNM School of Medicine. He completed his residency treating the ailments of farmers, refugees, and the homeless in South Dakota.

Julie received a Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Arcadia University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is also a Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE).

Bill received his Bachelor’s degree from UNM and attended the UNM School of Medicine to become a Physician Assistant.

Crystal received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at UNM School of Medicine. Before completing her education for Physician Assistant, Crystal worked in the community as a Registered Nurse.

Heide received her Master’s Degree in Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain College of Nursing. Prior to beginning her career with the practice, Heidi worked as a Registered Nurse within the community.

Magan received her BSN at UNM graduating Magna Cum Laude. She completed her MSN with Chamberlain University and is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

Adana joined Pinon Family Practice in December 2014 and oversees clinical operations and workflows, maintains policies and procedures, completes provider credentialing, and supervises department head staff.

Monique joined Pinon Family Practice in April 2018 and has direct supervision of the front desk staff, and provides HR and IT support for the clinic.

Susie very recently joined our practice as our new Billing Manager. She has oversight of all billing operations and most concerns related to insurance/payments for our patients.

Luci joined Pinon Family Practice in 2005 and oversees our medical floor activities and supervises all Medical Assistants.

Julia joined Pinon Family Practice in February 2012 and oversees all in house lab activities and supervises all lab staff.