Recent News

October 20, 2022

Orthopedic team-based care helps patient through multiple surgeries

When Margaret Kirkes visited Lovelace Medical Group about her sore knee, little did she know she would soon meet nearly the entire staff for multiple bouts of orthopedic care. “I can trace my knee problems back to when I was 12 and fell during skating night at my junior high school,”... Read More
October 17, 2022

Leapfrog Group Names Lovelace Women’s Hospital to Top Maternity Hospital List

ALBUQUERQUE – October 18, 2022 – Lovelace Women’s Hospital (LWH) has been named The 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care by Money and the Leapfrog Group. LWH is one of only two facilities in New Mexico to make the list, which includes 259 hospitals nationally. “Being the... Read More
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)... Read More
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... Read More
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)... Read More
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