
Overview
Personal Interests and Hobbies: Hiking, weight-lifting and wine-tasting.Why Did You Become a Medical Provider? I became a physician to help others improve their health and well-being.I believe in educating and partnering with patients to develop shared care plans.
Dr. Valenzuela is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
Dr. Valenzuela is board certified in Family Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela by calling their office at 916-733-3440. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela a top-rated expert for High Cholesterol?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela is classified as an Advanced expert for High Cholesterol, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela specialize in?
While Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like High Cholesterol. You can view a list of Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela accept my insurance?
Dr. Peter M. Valenzuela accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-733-3440 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- AnemiaDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- CirrhosisDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- High CholesterolDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- HypothyroidismDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Prothrombin DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Prothrombin Deficiency.
- Psoriatic ArthritisDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Psoriatic Arthritis.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- XanthomaDr. Valenzuela isAdvanced. Learn about Xanthoma.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Obesity Metabolic SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.
- AbetalipoproteinemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Abetalipoproteinemia.
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Apo A-I DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Apo A-I Deficiency.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular CardiomyopathyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- Blood ClotsDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Blood Clots.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Breast CancerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- BronchiectasisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Castleman DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Castleman Disease.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Chorea-AcanthocytosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Chorea-Acanthocytosis.
- Chronic CoughDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- ColitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Congenital Antithrombin 3 DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Antithrombin 3 Deficiency.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cytochrome C Oxidase DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- DiarrheaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Dravet SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Dravet Syndrome.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic SeizuresDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Eunuchoidism Familial HypogonadotropicDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic.
- FaintingDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Glucocorticoid DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency.
- Familial HDL DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Familial HDL Deficiency.
- Familial HypertriglyceridemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.
- Familial HypobetalipoproteinemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- FibromyalgiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Fibromyalgia.
- Fish-Eye DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Fish-Eye Disease.
- Folate DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Folate Deficiency.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- Glucocorticoid ResistanceDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid Resistance.
- GoutDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Gout.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- HeadacheDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Heart FailureDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- HemochromatosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hemochromatosis.
- HepatitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin KDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin K.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Hyperlipidemia Type 3Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipidemia Type 3.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypoaldosteronismDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hypoaldosteronism.
- Hypogonadism Primary Partial AlopeciaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia.
- HypolipoproteinemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Hypolipoproteinemia.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal CrisisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis.
- Infant HyperglycemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Infant Hyperglycemia.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- JaundiceDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.
- Lafora DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Lafora Disease.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Male Pseudohermaphroditism with GynecomastiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia.
- MalnutritionDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- Memory LossDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- MigraineDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Mitochondrial Complex V DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Multicentric Castleman Disease (MCD).
- Multiple Carboxylase DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- MyelofibrosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Myelofibrosis.
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- NecrosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma (NLPHL)
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- ObesityDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- OsteoporosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT).
- Peptic UlcerDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Polycythemia VeraDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Polycythemia Vera.
- Polymyalgia RheumaticaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Polymyalgia Rheumatica.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Precocious PubertyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Precocious Puberty.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Progressive Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Protein C DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Protein C Deficiency.
- Protein S DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Protein S Deficiency.
- PsoriasisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Psoriasis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pyogenic Liver AbscessDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Liver Abscess.
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM).
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Rheumatoid Lung DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Lung Disease.
- Rheumatoid PneumoconiosisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.
- Rheumatoid VasculitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Vasculitis.
- Rhizomelic PseudopolyarthritisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- SpasticityDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Subacute Combined DegenerationDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Combined Degeneration.
- Tangier DiseaseDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Tangier Disease.
- TenosynovitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Testicular FailureDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Failure.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Thyroid StormDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Triple A SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Triple A Syndrome.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Type B Insulin Resistance SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD)Dr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Unicentric Castleman Disease (UCD).
- Unverricht-Lundborg SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.
- VasculitisDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- VertigoDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- VisceromegalyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency AnemiaDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.
- VitiligoDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about Vitiligo.
- West SyndromeDr. Valenzuela isExperienced. Learn about West Syndrome.
