Dr. Leila Boukhris, M.D.

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Get to know Internist Dr. Leila Boukhris, who serves patients in New Windsor, New York.

Recognized as a skilled internist, Dr. Boukhris is in practice with Hudson Valley Health Group in New Windsor, New York.

The doctors and staff at Hudson Valley Health Group are committed to servicing patients with comprehensive wellness care and disease management in the most experienced, caring, and professional manner. They maintain the latest technology systems and equipment that enable physicians and practitioners to provide the most accurate and efficient diagnoses possible. They also use the most sophisticated electronic medical records (EMR) so that patient care is of the highest level. 

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Boukhris received her Baccalaureate degree with Honors for French and Arabic Literature and Philosophy from Lycee Des Pères Blancs in Tunisia. She then went on to obtain her medical degree, Summa Cum Laude, from the Medicine School of Tunis. From 1995 until 1997, she interned within the Department of Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Surgery at Ernest Conseil Hospital and Mongi Slim Hospital, both of which are located in Tunis. After receiving ECFMG accreditation in 1999, she went on to complete her internship and residency within the Department of Internal Medicine at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York from 2000 until 2003.

Published in numerous scientific journals, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

As a testament to her success, Dr. Boukhris was nominated for the Thesis Award at the Medicine School of Tunis, served as a member of Associa-Med Tunisia, and received the Community Award by the Ministry of Health in Tunisia for her volunteer work in the pediatric departments of the capital. In addition, she conducted research at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. 

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

On a more personal note, Dr. Boukhris is a native speaker of English, Arabic, and French. She is also fluent in Italian and Spanish.

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