Hospital News
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Memorial Heroes: Isaac Sanchez, Patient Account Specialist
October 23, 2020"I followed in my mom footsteps as she has worked in healthcare since I was a child. I love helping people and I enjoy learning new things from others as it makes me a better person. I can then be more efficient and resourceful to others in the healthcare field and provide better quality care for patients and staff."
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An Hour That Could Impact a Lifetime
October 22, 2020Our daily schedules can be tough to juggle. Especially when there is that “one more thing” to try and fit in. Especially now, when we have a new set of COVID-19-related challenges to navigate, like video work calls, shifting school schedules and more. But if you’re a woman age 40 or older, there’s one extra thing you should make time for – an annual mammogram. It’s one hour, once a year, that could save your life.
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Childbirth and COVID-19: Keeping Expecting Mothers and Newborns Safe at Memorial Medical Center
October 22, 2020Pregnancy always comes with its share of anxiety and fear, but the COVID-19 pandemic has added a new layer of concerns for expecting families. If you will be delivering a baby during the pandemic, you likely have many questions about how delivery in the hospital may be different right now and how you can keep yourself and your baby healthy.
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Memorial Heroes: Eduardo Arciniega, Public Safety Office
October 16, 2020"I help and assist patient by getting them to where they need to be and securing their belongings. My department also transfers some of our cancer patients within the campus getting them to their scheduled treatments. I’ve sat with patients anywhere from 3 minutes to 3 hours just to make them feel safe and comfortable. Our patients are our priority no matter what role you have at MMC. "
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Memorial Heroes: Elizabeth Lopez, RN CN-BC Breast Health Patient Navigator
October 02, 2020"After being a patient many years ago, I watched in awe and admired the health care team who took care of me. I wanted to be a part of that kind of team and pay it forward in being a part of a patient’s healing."
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Memorial Heroes: Jessica Chavez, Physical Therapist, Team Lead
September 25, 2020"I help patients optimize their functional status by addressing deficits in cardiopulmonary, musculoskeletal, and neuromuscular systems as well as addressing cognitive and learning abilities. I also help patients with discharge planning needs to facilitate the safest environment possible upon discharge."
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New Family Physician Joins Memorial Medical Center Team
September 23, 2020Memorial Medical Center is proud to announce that Dr. Christopher Morriss has joined the Family Medicine team at Memorial Medical Center. Dr Morriss is Board-certified in Family Medicine providing healthcare to families and individuals of all ages. Dr. Morriss treats patients with chronic medical problems, acute care visits, basic gynecologic care, well child and adult visit.
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Memorial Heroes: Katie Henry, CRN Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
September 18, 2020"I think our biggest contribution as nurses is being a voice for our patients. Babies cannot talk and when parents struggling with the challenge of having a sick baby, they often lose their ability to speak and be heard. We are often their advocates. Most of us have been NICU nurses for long enough and have even shared in their experience of being NICU patients that we can empathize with the challenges that our patients and parents face, that in itself can mean the world."
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Memorial Heroes: Marcos Olivas, Education Development Coordinator
September 11, 2020"Ever since I was young, I loved helping people. That passion grew stronger as I grew older. At the age of 14 I got my workers permit and started working at Aspen Ridge Lodge, a Senior Living Provider, in Los Alamos, NM. There I worked many positions from housekeeping, dietary, Certified Nursing Assistant, Admin and much more. Working these different positions makes me appreciate all aspects of the healthcare system. My overall career goal would be a CEO of a healthcare organization within my lifetime."
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New Orthopedic Surgeons Join Memorial Medical Center Team
September 11, 2020Memorial Medical Center is proud to announce that Drs. Barry Cromer and Raha Mobarak have joined the Orthopedic team at Memorial Medical Center. These providers bring 35+ years of orthopedic experience and expertise to our Las Cruces community emphasizing orthopedic care that is focused on getting you back to your active lifestyle as soon as possible.
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Memorial Heroes: Theresa Romero, Certified Medical Assistant
September 01, 2020"I have a lot of family who play different roles in healthcare and I always wanted to help make a difference within my community. I believe no matter how small of a role you play in healthcare, you still make a BIG impact."
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Memorial Heroes: Katie Theisen, AOD
February 19, 2020"I arrange, and sometimes rearrange, the moving pieces so we have the physical space and correct team members to accommodate our patient's needs."
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‘Tis the Season to be Healthy: Maintaining Your Physical and Mental Well-Being During the Holidays
December 07, 2008There a few simple things you can do amid all the holiday hustle to help make sure you’re taking care of your mind and body, while minimizing the stress and strain of the season.
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