About
Dr. Maria Fernanda Arbelaez is a family medicine doctor in San Antonio, Texas, board certified in Family Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. She earned her medical degree from El Bosque University in Colombia and completed her residency in Family Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center, followed by a fellowship in Geriatrics at UT-Southwestern. Dr. Arbelaez practices at Physicians Unity, Legacy Healthcare Services, UT Health Physicians, Nix Physicians, and Family Health Center – Robert B. Green Campus.
She treats a wide range of conditions including acute illness and minor injuries, chronic diseases such as diabetes and asthma, and common concerns like allergies, anxiety, back pain and GERD. Her approach centers on promoting healthy aging and empowering patients to improve their health and quality of life through patient education and shared medical decision-making, with a focus on reducing health disparities. She speaks English and Spanish.
Conditions Treated
- Acute illness and minor injuries
- Anxiety
- Back pain
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Earwax impaction
- Erectile dysfunction
- Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
- Headaches and migraines
- Heartburn
- High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
- Influenza
- Laryngitis
- Minor aches, pains and sprains
- Obesity
- Preventive care and wellness
- Sexually transmitted illness
- Sinus infections
- Tobacco abuse
- Urinary tract infections
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Weight loss
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Constipation
- Depression
- Earaches and infections
- Eczema
- Fever
- Gout
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
- Insomnia
- Malaise/fatigue
- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
- Pneumonia
- Rashes
- Shingles
- Sore throat (pharyngitis)
- Upper respiratory infections
- Vertigo
- Weight gain
Specialized Treatments
- Chronic disease management
- Women's health
- Diabetes management
Insurances Accepted
Most common in Texas
Others
Insurance coverage can vary by location and plan. Confirm directly with the provider's office when you schedule.