August 30, 2017
I was very proud to be a part of the second White Coat Ceremony at the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) on Saturday, August 12th. It is an honor to serve on the Board at BCOM. We are fortunate to have quality medical students studying right here in southern New Mexico; it is certainly our goal that many will decide to stay in this area to help fill a great need we have for family doctors.
August 8, 2017
Remember to make your annual physical appointments and check-ups by scheduling them during back-to-school season. Learn more about Memorial's well-check services and vaccines.
July 31, 2017
Healthy behaviors for new moms and babies take the spotlight August 1 – 7 during World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), an opportunity for health-related groups across the world to focus their efforts on the benefits of breastfeeding. Launched in 1991 by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), WBW aims to “protect, promote and support breastfeeding.” This year, the organization is placing particular emphasis on working together for the common good.
July 31, 2017
On July 13th, the Senate introduced the revised Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA) Health Bill. The overall effect of the proposed healthcare reform stands to have lasting detrimental effects on New Mexico and our region.
July 5, 2017
Summer. School’s out, and so is the sun. With the days at their longest and brightest, many of us are taking advantage of the season, soaking up vitamin D and spending as much time in the fresh summer air as we can – whether that means planning a vacation to the beach, getting out on the water, organizing pick-up games in the park or embarking on early evening walks with the family.
