Dr. Ashley Maite Buchanan, MD

Dr. Ashley Buchanan is a board-certified physician specializing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, bringing 11 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center, where she developed expertise in caring for patients across age groups from infants to adults. Her dual specialty training allows her to provide comprehensive medical care for both children and adults within the same practice.

Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center and practices at locations in Santa Maria and Arroyo Grande, California. She has extensive experience treating serious conditions including sepsis in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as managing stroke care. Her clinical expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia procedures and providing compassionate hospice care for patients and families. She also specializes in life-prolonging treatments, helping patients navigate complex medical decisions …during critical illness.