Dr. Kimberly May, DDS ,
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Psychiatry vs. Psychology: Key Differences Patients Should Understand
Understanding the difference between psychiatry and psychology helps patients and caregivers choose the right care and set clear expectations. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose mental health conditions, consider physical health factors, and can prescribe medications and other medical treatments, sometimes alongside brief therapy. Psychologists hold doctoral or master’s degrees in psychology and specialize in psychotherapy, behavioral strategies, and psychological testing to clarify diagnoses and guide treatment. For severe symptoms, safety concerns, or complex medical needs, psychiatry may be the best first step; for talk therapy, coping skills, or diagnostic testing, a psychologist may be ideal—many people benefit from both working together. This article outlines training, services, access, and insurance basics so you can match your needs and preferences with the right professional, and encourages timely, collaborative, evidence-based care.
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APS to Offer Medicaid Enrollment Help and Free Vaccines at March 11 Wellness Festival
Albuquerque, NM – March 10, 2026 – APS will host a community wellness festival Wednesday offering Medicaid and Medicare enrollment help and free vaccines.
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Empowering Yourself: A Guide to Understanding Diabetes
Understand Diabetes: A Comprehensive Empowerment Guide
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Starting in 2026: Faster Prior Authorization Timelines—What Families Should Do If Care Is Delayed
Prior authorization delays can slow prescriptions, therapy, imaging, and procedures. New CMS timelines for many “impacted” health plans begin in 2026, with faster decisions for urgent requests—and clear denial reasons so families and clinicians know what to do next.
