Summary

Dr. Stephanie Rael is a surgeon with 19 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care to patients. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and has dedicated nearly two decades to helping patients through complex surgical procedures. Dr. Rael speaks English and brings extensive expertise to her surgical practice.

Dr. Rael practices at CHRISTUS St. Vincent Surgical Associates in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and maintains affiliations with Lovelace Medical Center. She specializes in treating gallbladder conditions and bowel obstructions, providing both planned and emergency surgical interventions when patients need them most. Her expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures and gallbladder removal surgery, which often result in shorter recovery times for patients. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

CHRISTUS St. Vincent Surgical Associates

1631 Hospital Dr Ste 240Santa Fe, NM 87505

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Santa Fe , NMSanta Fe , NMSanta Fe , NMSpringfield , IL
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Fiu Herbert Wertheim College Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephanie Rael

  • Aetna
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Stephanie Rael has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Stephanie Rael has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Stephanie Rael holds an active medical license in the state of New Mexico.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Mexico that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine in 2007.

NPI Number

Stephanie Rael's NPI number is 1588860381.

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Which hospitals is Stephanie Rael affiliated with?
Stephanie Rael is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center.
What languages does Stephanie Rael speak?
Stephanie Rael speaks English.

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