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I wanted a practice which encompassed the whole person; body, mind, spirit. Truly a, “tree of life”. This was the inspiration behind the Cottonwood Logo. The idea is an integrative approach to medicine. One which begins with preventive healthcare that includes disease prevention, weight management, health education and preventative screenings. A practice that manages chronic illness or acute illness with your views incoporated. Lastly, the CWFM logo illustrates the completion of our tree of life by integrating home health and hospice into our practice. Our mission: “We never leave you, beginning to end”. K. Boylan, CNP https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/1544137627098-LGFOVKMETBIEOWCYN7JA/image-asset.jpeg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/1544212936839-ECW1XPIN1QSVFUUXEN5X/image-asset.jpeg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/1544560989836-U34V27HA59ZD0X36XH69/image-asset.jpeg Home https://www.cottonwoodfamilymed.com/splash daily 0.75 2018-12-11 https://www.cottonwoodfamilymed.com/breeze-portal daily 0.75 2025-04-03 https://www.cottonwoodfamilymed.com/faq daily 0.75 2025-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/1544768907482-EF9L6TJ8IUEYDZNUUDLL/image-asset.jpeg Frequently Asked Questions A Certified Family Nurse Practitioner is Certified by The American Association of Nurse Practitioners and licensed in the State of New Mexico to practice as a primary care provider. Advanced Practice Nurses assess, treat, and manage acute and chronic health conditions. We prescribe medications including controlled substances for pain. We act autonomously and in the State of N.M do not require the oversight of a medical doctor due to our advanced education and training. Nurse Practitioners legally own and operate clinics and medical practices, such as CWFM. https://www.cottonwoodfamilymed.com/our-providers daily 0.75 2025-07-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/68797f02-4861-41d2-baf7-e7cc60013cc6/1000031772.jpg Staff - Clarissa Silva Family Nurse Practitioner-BC |Master of Public Health| Cottonwood Family Medicine Clarissa Silva is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing inclusive, patient-centered care for individuals and families across all stages of life. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of New Mexico and holds a Master’s in Public Health from New Mexico State University. Clarissa brings years of experience in primary care, internal medicine, and geriatrics, with a clinical focus on managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, mental health disorders and much more. She has a special interest in caring for older adults and helping patients navigate memory changes, fall prevention, medication safety, and long-term wellness. She is also an advocate for LGBTQIA+ community. Her thoughtful, down-to-earth approach makes her a trusted partner in long-term health and wellness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/bc2b1b16-5f3a-403d-a3a6-36cd2be7a636/thumb_Smalley_Lora-6310__3_.jpg Staff - Lora Smalley I started working in mental health in the 90's while still an undergraduate student. From the first job people told me I was great with trauma victims and substance abuse and encouraged me to become a clinician. I studied and received my masters in marriage and family therapy learning how systems injure and can heal us. I then went on to specialize in trauma and other disorders often seen with it including depression, substance abuse, anxiety, disassociation and high risk behaviors. I worked for many years in a variety of different settings from schools, to court and community based agencies. Prior to opening my private practice I worked for 12 years in a integrated care model with medical and behavioral health working together to meet patients needs. I am presently working out of a private medical providers office as I continue to want to coordinate care if possible to help heal all aspects of those who need my services. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/aa7230fa-ebcb-43a4-8b14-47a192bb5f15/2025-01-12-16-01-27-720.jpg Staff - Katie Boylan Family Nurse Practitioner–BC| MSN| BSN |Owner Cottonwood Family Medicine| Author Kate is a board-certified Certified Nurse Practitioner, published author, and the founder of Cottonwood Family Medicine. She holds both a Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing From a young age, I dreamed of becoming a provider. Growing up in a rural, impoverished area, I was surrounded by both hardship and resilience. Some of my earliest memories are of nursing sick animals back to health on our family farm—experiences that sparked my deep love for science, medicine, and healing. I worked full-time while pursuing my education and in dreams of practicing medicine. Along the way, I discovered something even more powerful than my fascination with the human body: a love for the people I serve. That realization shaped everything I’ve done since. Today, I am proud to be a female business owner in New Mexico, running a medical practice that reflects the values I hold dear—compassion, collaboration, and community. I opened Cottonwood Family Medicine to create a space where care is patient-focused, not provider-driven. I believe healthcare should be a partnership. I take the time to listen, to understand, and to work with each patient to build a plan that fits their needs and goals. Owning my own practice has not only allowed me to serve my community the way I believe they deserve, but also to serve as a role model for others from humble beginnings—especially women—who dream of building something of their own. This journey is deeply personal, and I bring that heart into every interaction, every appointment, every day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/f343462c-c1f5-4ec8-a0dc-0d78488bfd91/2025-05-06-17-49-58-732.jpg Staff - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5bfeeff2372b9681b5e79fdf/96347a4f-bf10-4003-b916-400fbb6b78d8/2025-01-11-12-31-39-845.jpg Staff EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION I have 12 years of experience in different areas of health. My primary focus was intensive care and emergency medicine with a specialty in rural health and family practice. My medical journey began early. At 17, I earned my Emergency Medical Technician certification through the University of New Mexico while still in high school. During college, I worked in mental health as a suicide prevention counselor and completed an internship in the neuroscience ICU at UNM Hospital. After graduating with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, I served as a full-time ICU nurse in an underserved community, while pursuing my Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of Arizona. I also supported medical education as a genetics teaching assistant. I began practicing as a provider in internal medicine through a nationally recognized high-acuity home care program — a model that’s now under publication for its innovative approach to in-home patient care. In 2016, I founded Cottonwood Family Medicine to bring compassionate, evidence-based care to the Albuquerque community. I’m AANP certified and committed to national standards in diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care. Just as importantly, I believe in listening closely, empowering patients through education, and creating a welcoming space for every individual and family I serve. 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