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October 14, 2022

Lovelace Westside Hospital Names Nancy Laster as Chief Nursing Officer

ALBUQUERQUE – October 14, 2022 – Lovelace Health System has named Nancy Laster, RN, as the chief nursing officer (CNO) of Lovelace Westside Hospital (LWSH), effective November 7, 2022.

Nancy has served as associate chief nursing officer for Lovelace Medical Center (LMC)...
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October 5, 2022

Breast Cancer FAQ with Dr. Calvin Ridgeway

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month Dr. Calvin Ridgeway, Surgical Oncologist with Lovelace Medical Group, is answering the most frequently asked questions surrounding mammograms and breast health. Ladies over 40... Read More
October 3, 2022

Photography, hiking and honeymoon on the horizon for double hip replacement patient

For business furniture salesman Anthony Jager, getting in and out of his car many times a day was a common occurrence. He was often traveling to universities, government offices and hospitals to introduce them to the cubicles, adjustable desks and other items he sold from his company’s... Read More
October 3, 2022

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital Names Melissa Owens as Chief Nursing Officer

ALBUQUERQUE – October 3, 2022 – Lovelace Health System has named Melissa Owens, BSN, CRRN, as the chief nursing officer (CNO) of Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital (LURH), effective October 3, 2022.
Melissa has been with LURH for eight years, serving as nurse manager for the...
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September 30, 2022

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital Ranked as Best Places to Work in Healthcare

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (September 29, 2022) – Modern Healthcare has announced rankings for healthcare organizations recognized as Best Places to Work in Healthcare, with Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital ranked #65 among the top in the country for the third year. “We are very proud to... Read More
September 14, 2022

Level slide-board transfer with a wheelchair

Watch this video to learn how to assist a patient at home using a slide board to transfer from their wheelchair to a level sitting surface. Read More
September 14, 2022

Lovelace Women’s Hospital Names Brenda Holley as Chief Nursing Officer

ALBUQUERQUE – September 14, 2022 – Lovelace Health System has named Brenda Holley, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CCRN-K, as the chief nursing officer (CNO) of Lovelace Women’s Hospital, effective October 3, 2022.

Brenda has served as CNO for Lovelace Westside Hospital (LWSH)...
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September 7, 2022

Back-to-school physical is important for your child’s good health

Your child’s health is one of your main priorities, especially in light of changes caused by recent COVID-19 disruptions. That’s why it’s important to start the new school year off right with a visit to your child’s primary care provider for a physical. Most children need an... Read More
September 1, 2022

Tens of millions of Americans may have AFIB and not know it

If your heart’s aflutter, a poet may say the tremulous excitement you feel is because you are in love. Your doctor, however, will say your heart’s flutter could be a sign of a serious condition: atrial fibrillation. According to the American Heart Association, atrial fibrillation (also... Read More
August 24, 2022

Knee replacements increase Betty White’s joy of traveling

At 88, Albuquerque resident Betty White doesn’t let too many things keep her from traveling and doing what she wants. “To me, age is just a number. I don't think about it much. I just really love to go. I guess you could say that I have itchy feet.” So two years ago when her... Read More