Memorial Medical Center Announces Nearly $10 Million Investment in Facility Improvements

LAS CRUCES, N.M. | October 26, 2026 - Memorial Medical Center (MMC) today announced nearly $10 million in facility improvements designed to create a safer, more welcoming and more modern environment for patients, families, employees and the broader community.

The multi-phase investment includes three major projects:

• A $5 million exterior refresh and new signage project, including updated exterior finishes and coordinated signage and wayfinding.
• A $3+ million parking lot restoration, including milling, resurfacing and restriping of parking stalls, accessible spaces, fire lanes, arrows and walkways.
• A $1+ million Emergency Department refresh, including improvements to patient-facing areas, finishes, lighting, casework and the nursing station to support patient flow and experience and enhance appearance and cleanliness.

Construction is planned to begin in early November 2026 and advance in phases through 2027, with additional interior improvements and investments to follow.

“This investment represents something much bigger than improvements to our hospital campus and building. It reflects our commitment to listening to the people we serve and continuing to strengthen Memorial Medical Center for the future,” said Caryn Iverson, RN, MSN, MBA, interim chief executive officer of Memorial Medical Center. “Our employees, physicians and community partners care deeply about this hospital, and we do, too. We are proud to make this investment in our patients, our people and the future of healthcare in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County.”

The new projects build on nearly $13 million Memorial Medical Center has invested this year in facilities, equipment and technology. Recently completed projects include renovations to the sixth-floor inpatient unit, expansion and new equipment in the cardiac catheterization lab, and upgrades to the campus-wide access control system and security systems.

The hospital is working with City, County, state and community leaders as plans move forward and will provide ongoing updates throughout construction. Construction will be phased to maintain access to care, with patient and visitor notices, bilingual signage, web updates and wayfinding information.

“This $10 million investment in Memorial Medical Center is welcome news for southern New Mexico. Modernizing our healthcare facilities strengthens the quality of care available to our families and demonstrates a commitment to the long-term health of our community.”
- New Mexico State Sen. Crystal Brantley

“Memorial Medical Center plays a vital role in the health and well-being of families throughout Las Cruces and Doña Ana County. I welcome this $10 million investment in facility improvements, particularly the enhancements to the emergency department, where timely, quality care is so important. These improvements reflect a commitment to providing patients, families, and healthcare professionals with a safer, more welcoming environment. Continued investment in our local healthcare infrastructure is essential to meeting the needs of our growing community, and I look forward to seeing these improvements take shape.”
- New Mexico State Rep. Raymundo Lara

“Investing in our healthcare infrastructure is investing in our community. I applaud MMC’s $10 million facility improvement project and its commitment to strengthening local healthcare for our families and future generations.”
- New Mexico State Rep. Rebecca Dow

The project will be supported by a coordinated communications effort designed to make progress visible and help patients, visitors and employees navigate changes throughout construction. The campaign will connect signage, parking and arrival information, interior updates, digital communications and media through the campaign “Investing in Care. Specializing in You.”

To learn more about the projects, see renderings and follow construction progress, visit www.mmclc.org/investment