FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ALBUQUERQUE – December 5, 2025 – New Mexico Heart Institute, a department of Lovelace Medical Center (NMHI) recently installed in its clinic the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse computerized tomography scan (CT), delivering a faster and more precise cardiac CT scan for patients with chest pain treatment and increasingly complex clinical conditions. Its precision scanning capabilities make it possible to scan cardiac patients with irregular heart rates, limited breath-holding ability or sedation needs.
Pro.Pulse’s intelligent workflow with embedded AI features simplify the scanning process so technologists can spend more time with patients during the exam. The CT was designed with comfort in mind while delivering precise positioning technology. Mood lighting and innovative visual instructions keep patients at ease, generating personalized scans to tailor individualized treatment plans.
“There has been a significant increase in the demand for cardiac CT since the Chest Pain Guideline was published. This new Dual Source CT will be a game changer for many patients,” said NMHI President and electrophysiologist Sean Mazer, MD, FHRS, FACC. “With conclusive results in hand, physicians can now make the most informed decisions for better patient outcomes.”
To learn more about NMHI and its commitment to providing quality and compassionate care, please visit www.lovelace.com.
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Contact:
Whitney Alcantar, Lovelace Health System
Phone: 505.727.5503
Lovelace Health System
Lovelace is comprised of New Mexico Heart Institute/Lovelace Medical Group, Lovelace Women’s Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center, Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lovelace Regional Hospital and Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital. Across its five hospitals, 33 health care clinics and seven outpatient therapy clinics, Lovelace has 619 inpatient beds and employs a team of more than 3,500, including over 311 health care providers. Lovelace continues to invest in our community, providing more than $106 million in unfunded care and supporting local nonprofit and community organizations with more than $404,000 in charitable contributions and community support in 2024.From the first and only hospital in New Mexico dedicated to women’s health to the state’s only hospital devoted exclusively to cardiovascular care, Lovelace is a leader in meeting the healthcare needs of this region. To learn more about our state-of-the-art treatment options, innovative health care providers and award-winning quality initiatives, visit lovelace.com.