Recent News
March 15, 2019
Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital, Lovelace Women’s Hospital recognized for excellence
Albuquerque hospitals awarded prestigious Ardent Health Services Leadership Awards ALBUQUERQUE –March 15, 2019 – Ardent Health Services has recognized two Lovelace Health System hospitals at its recent Ardent Leadership Awards for Insight & Innovation, Best Employee Loyalty and CEO... Read MoreMarch 15, 2019
What New Mexicans Need to Know About Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer, is no stranger to our state. With approximately 800 new cases of colorectal cancer being diagnosed in New Mexico every year, raising community awareness of colorectal cancer is critical. Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer... Read MoreMarch 14, 2019
Gut Health Starts Before Day One
Most of the time we think of gastrointestinal health as something to pay attention to as we age or when we start seeing problems with our health. However, more and more research is coming out showing that our gastrointestinal health starts in our development, prenatally and throughout our infancy.... Read MoreFebruary 26, 2019
Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center receives American Heart Association accreditation for acute cardiac care
ALBUQUERQUE – February 26, 2019 – Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® Heart Attack Receiving Center Accreditation. The accreditation program — provided by the American Heart Association... Read MoreFebruary 20, 2019
Lovelace Women’s Hospital named one of America’s Best Breast Centers and Best Hospitals for Patient Safety by Women’s Choice Award®
ALBUQUERQUE – February 20, 2019 – Lovelace Women’s Hospital was named one of the Best Breast Centers and Best Hospitals for Obstetrics by Women’s Choice Award® for 2018. Lovelace Women’s Hospital earned the designation as one of America’s Best Breast Centers... Read MoreJanuary 18, 2019
Urinary Incontinence- There is Help!
We’ve all been there. The kids are jumping on the trampoline and want you to join them. Or maybe when you feel a sneeze or cough coming, so you say a silent prayer that you won’t pee your pants. Urinary incontinence is common for women after childbirth and I always thought it was just... Read MoreJanuary 14, 2019
Lovelace Partners with National Sinus Institute to Treat Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions
Are you experiencing ear pain, balance problems or chronic allergies? You may need to receive treatment of ears, nose and throat conditions by seeing an otolaryngologist, also known as an ear, nose & throat (ENT) doctor. Dr. Gregg Schmedes is an ENT in Albuquerque, New Mexico and is affiliated... Read MoreJanuary 8, 2019
Preparing for Pregnancy with Folic Acid
Are you ready to try for a baby or just recently found out you are pregnant? One important thing a woman can do in preparation for her baby is to take folate (also known as folic acid). Folic acid is a B-vitamin and is essential for proper cell growth. Melissa Moore, CNM, MS, RN is a certified... Read MoreDecember 20, 2018