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Drop Your Pride, Make the Call
Read more: Drop Your Pride, Make the CallWhile working in his home office in November 2021, Jim M. began to feel lightheaded. Alone, Jim gently lowered himself to the floor, knowing a fall was imminent. Moments later, he began to realize the lightheaded, dizzy feeling wasn’t going to subside. Fortunately, Jim made the decision to call an ambulance, and Albuquerque EMTs arrived…
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After Three Heart Attacks, a Left Ventricular Assist Device and Support from Heart Hospital Has Given Him Precious Time
Read more: After Three Heart Attacks, a Left Ventricular Assist Device and Support from Heart Hospital Has Given Him Precious TimeJose M., 58, experienced his first heart attack in 2010. Since then, he’s experienced two more heart attacks. Although they weren’t major heart attacks, these incidents have led to multiple procedures and stents placed throughout the years. By 2020, Jose says he could feel himself getting weaker and needed to be seen by the doctor…
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Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO): Symptoms, Risks & Treatments
Read more: Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO): Symptoms, Risks & TreatmentsWhat is chronic total occlusion (CTO)? Chronic total occlusion, commonly referred to as simply CTO, is a complete blockage of a coronary artery, lasting longer than three months. Once plaque has built up to the point of complete blockage, blood flow to the heart is compromised. If left untreated, CTO can lead to a slew…
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Athlete’s Heart Syndrome: Normal or Not?
Read more: Athlete’s Heart Syndrome: Normal or Not?When you train, whether it’s for a triathlon, cross-fit competition or 5k race, one inevitable thing happens to your body – muscle groups grow stronger and bigger. This is a natural response to the stress you’ve put on these muscles, allowing your body to better adapt to additional stress in the future. Likewise, just as…
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5 Essentials to Look for in a Childbirth Center
Read more: 5 Essentials to Look for in a Childbirth CenterCall 505-727-7677 to schedule a tour Choosing the best childbirth center to welcome your baby into the world is a big decision, and let’s be honest—it can feel a bit overwhelming. Whether you’re searching for a hospital or a birthing center, it’s important to choose a facility that aligns with your birth plan and personal…
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Lovelace Women’s Hospital Recognized as Only Hospital in New Mexico with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2025
Read more: Lovelace Women’s Hospital Recognized as Only Hospital in New Mexico with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2025ALBUQUERQUE, May 1, 2025 — Lovelace Women’s Hospital (LWH) received an “A” safety grade in the Spring 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade report, a national distinction recognizing its achievements of protecting patients from harm and error in the hospital. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety.…
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Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center performs state’s first EVOQUE Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement System implant procedureTranscatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement System implant procedure
Read more: Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center performs state’s first EVOQUE Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement System implant procedureTranscatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement System implant procedureEdward’s EVOQUE tricuspid valve replacement system is designed to replace the native tricuspid valve without open heart surgery and help reduce or eliminate tricuspid regurgitation ALBUQUERQUE, NM – April 29, 2025 – Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center (HHNM) announced it is the first hospital in New Mexico to implant the EVOQUE…
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TV engineer’s hip surgery and rehab prove to be winning combination
Read more: TV engineer’s hip surgery and rehab prove to be winning combinationJohn Robledo has always had an active lifestyle. The 64-year-old resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, was inspired to exercise by his father, an army veteran. “I remember him saying, ‘If you go to the high school track and run two miles with me, I’ll let you drive the car for two miles on the dirt…
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Lovelace Westside Hospital Names Jay Sundheimer Chief Nursing Officer
Read more: Lovelace Westside Hospital Names Jay Sundheimer Chief Nursing OfficerALBUQUERQUE, NM – April 16, 2025 – Lovelace Health System has named Jay Sundheimer, RN, MSN, chief nursing officer (CNO) of Lovelace Westside Hospital (LWSH), effective May 5, 2025. Sundheimer brings over 17 years of nursing experience with him. Before joining Lovelace, Sundheimer was with Presbyterian Healthcare Services as CNO of Rust Medical Center since…
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Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center first in Albuquerque to Implant Dissolvable Stent for People with Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia (CLTI) Below the-Knee (BTK)
Read more: Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center first in Albuquerque to Implant Dissolvable Stent for People with Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia (CLTI) Below the-Knee (BTK)Abbott’s Esprit™ BTK Everolimus Eluting Resorbable Scaffold System (Esprit™ BTK System) offers a new option for people with the most extreme form of peripheral artery disease (PAD) for arteries below-the-knee (BTK) ALBUQUERQUE – April 15, 2025 – Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center (HHNM) today announced it successfully implanted Esprit™ BTK Everolimus…
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