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Dr. Paula Carvalho, MD

Dr. Paula Carvalho, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Paula Carvalho, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Boise, ID and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1984. She is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Boise Medical Center and Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

1075 N Curtis Rd Ste 200 Boise, ID 83706

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Carvalho specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Carvalho's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carvalho

4.6

9 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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James Anderson in Mountain Home, Id – Jul 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Boise, ID – Jan 21, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

It's all about the patient. We must always treat the patient the way we would wish to be treated and provide their medical care to the very best of our ability.
  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Va Med Ctr-u Wash

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • University Of Washington

    Internship Hospital, 1985
  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Sleep Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties
Pulmonology
Self designated 
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  • University of Washington-Excellence in Teaching

  • Idaho Medical Teacher of the Year

  • University of Washington Teaching Scholar

  • WWAMI Teacher of the Year

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors

Locations

Practice

Idaho Pulmonary Associates PA1075 N Curtis Rd Ste 200 Boise, ID 83706
1

Practice

Boise VA Medical Center500 W Fort St Boise, ID 83702
2

Practice

Office3340 E Goldstone Dr Meridian, ID 83642
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Boise Medical Center

    190 E Bannock St
    Boise, ID 83712
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center

    1055 N Curtis Rd
    Boise, ID 83706

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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