Dr. Xelenia DePena, MD, FAAFP, Dumont, NJ

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.90

Average wait time

3.68

Bedside manner

4.98

“I was very happy with Dr Xelenia! She is pleasant and an avid listener. I did not feel rushed and she gave me great medical advice! Will recommend others.”

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“I never had a great experience with a pcp, but she was great and will be back! very patient and just a kind person. ”

Initials hiddenJune 8, 2025

About Dr. Xelenia DePena

Dr. Xelenia DePeña, MD, FAAFP is a compassionate and attentive board-certified family medicine physician committed to providing personalized care to patients of all ages. She currently sees patients at Valley Medical Group Primary & Walk-in Care located in Dumont, NJ. Dr. DePeña earned her medical degree from Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She completed her Family Medicine residency at AMITA Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois where she received comprehensive primary care training with a strong emphasis on community-based care and women’s health. With a calm and caring bedside manner, Dr. DePeña helps patients manage a wide variety of health concerns—from everyday illnesses like ear infections, urinary tract infections, and rashes to chronic issues like type 2 diabetes and hypertension. Dr. DePeña also offers women’s health services including Pap smears and non-insertive family planning options. Dr. DePeña prides herself on a medical approach grounded in lifestyle medicine, focusing on prevention and whole-person wellness. She believes in building collaborative relationships with her patients, empowering them to take an active role in their health.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Chronic high blood pressure

Underactive thyroid

Chronic diabetes

High cholesterol

Upper respiratory Infection (URI)

Acute urinary tract infection

Chronic high blood pressure

Underactive thyroid

Chronic diabetes

High cholesterol

Office location & hours

Valley Medical Group Primary & Walk-In Care - Dumont

40 Washington Ave, Dumont, NJ 07628

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Hours

Monday:

8:00am - 8:00pm

Tuesday:

8:00am - 8:00pm

Wednesday:

8:00am - 8:00pm

Thursday:

8:00am - 8:00pm

Friday:

8:00am - 8:00pm

Saturday:

8:00am - 4:00pm

Sunday:

8:00am - 2:00pm

Education and background

Practice names

VMG Primary & Walk-in Care Dumont

Hospital affiliations

The Valley Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) School of Medicine, Santo Domingo
AMITA Health, Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center - Saint Elizabeth Campus, Residency in Family Medicine
Barry University, Master's in Biomedical Sciences
Florida International University (Biology)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Family Physicians

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1750778973

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.90

Wait time

3.68

Bedside manner

4.98

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I never had a great experience with a pcp, but she was great and will be back! very patient and just a kind person.

June 8, 2025Initials hidden

Muy amables….y te ayudan si no hablas ingles son muy atentos

September 26, 2024Mariangel M.Verified patient

The doctor answered my questions clearly and made some suggestions.

May 19, 2023Sylvia P.Verified patient

I was very happy with Dr Xelenia! She is pleasant and an avid listener. I did not feel rushed and she gave me great medical advice! Will recommend others.

January 19, 2026Initials hidden

Amazing doctor who listens and cares.

July 9, 2025Michelle H.Verified patient

She take time to listen to her patient

January 14, 2025Diana Rose G.Verified patient

The PCP was great but the wait was long

October 17, 2024Lynette L.Verified patient

absolutely wonderful experience

October 4, 2023Heather A.Verified patient

Dr. De Pena was so easy going and easy to talk to , she listened and went over all of my concerns / questions. She is very knowledgeable and provided me with great recommendations in regards to my concerns. Def will recommend her to my family / friends.

August 17, 2023Tatiana B.Verified patient

I will definitely go back. I love my new doctor.

May 17, 2023Carmelle J.Verified patient

Dr. De pena is really knowledgeable, I went in to see her with some concerns about my health and she answered all my questions. I highly recommend her as your primary care doctor.

February 1, 2023Lady S.Verified patient

Dr. Peña is excellent. I really like that she took the time to make sure all my information was correct. She sat down and addressed my concerns. Overall very great experience.

October 27, 2022Rhinesca D.Verified patient

Dr. De Peña was amazing!!!!!! So friendly, knowledgeable, and a great listener. She made me feel very comfortable and listened to all of my concerns. I’d definitely recommend her!

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