University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Recent News About University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
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Nurse practitioners are integral to New Mexico's health care system, addressing the needs of diverse communities across various specialties. Beyond patient care, some practitioners contribute significantly to solving complex health issues and advancing the profession. The American Association of Nurse Practitioners has recognized three nurse practitioners from The University of New Mexico College of Nursing for their exceptional contributions by inducting them as fellows.
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As summer approaches and temperatures rise, pool safety becomes a critical concern for families. Anna Duran, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer at The University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital, emphasizes that drowning is often quick and silent, contrary to the dramatic portrayals seen in media.
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The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center has successfully attained accreditation for its radiation oncology services from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) APEx - Accreditation Program for Excellence. This accreditation is effective until March 2028.
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After nearly three years of studying the effects of Long COVID, a variety of symptoms that linger after a SARS-CoV-2 infection, clinicians at The University of New Mexico (UNM) are utilizing research findings to enhance and improve treatment plans for patients.
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Bug bites and stings are common concerns, especially during the warmer months when outdoor activities are prevalent. While many may think primarily of mosquito bites, other insects and arachnids can pose more serious health risks due to their ability to sting or inject venom. David Gummin, MD, Medical Director of the New Mexico Poison & Drug Information Center and a Professor of Emergency Medicine at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, shares valuable information about the risks and responses associated with bug bites and stings.
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"Why and how does a baby get fentanyl?" This question was on the mind of Keisuke “KK” Abe, MD, MPH, during his second day of practice in the pediatric emergency department at The University of New Mexico Hospital in 2021. He encountered young children being rushed in for treatment from the life-threatening drug. Motivated to address this issue, Abe enrolled in the Master of Public Health (MPH) program with a concentration in Epidemiology at the College of Population Health (COPH) during his Pediatric Emergency Medicine fellowship.
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The University of New Mexico Hospital has introduced a new treatment for sleep apnea, available as of this summer. Sleep apnea is a common condition where an individual's breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The hospital now offers the Inspire device, an implantable system designed to alleviate symptoms associated with the disorder.
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Voting is now open for the "Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals" in the U.S., and The University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) is seeking community support to achieve the top spot. The contest, sponsored by Soliant, a national healthcare staffing firm, recognizes hospitals for their campus development, facilities improvement, staff enhancement, and creation of holistic healing environments.
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Elizabeth Dickson, PhD, RN, an assistant professor at The University of New Mexico College of Population Health and the UNM College of Nursing, has become a key figure in addressing gaps in sexual health education for young people. Her journey began with questions about how students were learning about sexual health.
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New Mexicans face numerous barriers to quality health care, including lack of insurance, housing, and transportation options. Additionally, many in the LGBTQ+ community are concerned about being treated unfairly or disrespectfully by health care providers.
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UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC), a campus of UNM Hospital, has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States for social responsibility and equity. The Lown Institute Hospitals Index, an independent healthcare think tank, ranked SRMC among the best for patient outcomes, value of care, community benefit, and pay equity.
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The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center has introduced a new Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell (CAR-T) therapy, which utilizes modified white blood cells to combat various cancers such as lymphomas, myelomas, and leukemias that have been resistant to conventional treatments. Dr. Shashank Cingam, who recently joined the center’s Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy Team, has played a pivotal role in launching this program.
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Imagine a 5.6 magnitude earthquake occurs without warning in the Rio Grande Rift on the Sandia-Rincon fault. Violent shaking and heavy damage are recorded along the 30-mile stretch from Algodones to Kirtland Air Force Base. As a result, 60 percent of Albuquerque is without power, several major roads have collapsed, and hundreds, if not thousands, of people are injured.
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Children seen in hospital emergency departments for possible cervical spine injuries often undergo computed tomography (CT) scans of the neck so doctors can better evaluate their status, but the imaging procedure exposes them to ionizing radiation, raising their risk for cancer.
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After nearly two years of construction, the highly anticipated Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) is set to take its first patients on June 25, 2024.
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The University of New Mexico Hospital has received national recognition in three specialty care areas, distinguishing it as one of the country’s leading hospitals in clinical care.
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The New Mexico Alcohol Research Center (NMARC) at The University of New Mexico Health Sciences has received a five-year, $7.3 million extension of its National Institutes of Health program grant, supporting the center’s ongoing study of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD).
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The University of New Mexico's Health Sciences Center is addressing the national shortage of clinical research professionals (CRPs) through a new initiative by its Clinical and Translational Sciences Center (CTSC). The program aims to recruit underrepresented students from across the state into the field.
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One person has a stroke in the United States every 40 seconds, according to the Stroke Awareness Foundation. "One person in the United States dies from stroke every three minutes," said Tarun Girotra, MD.
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The University of New Mexico College of Nursing has received a gift exceeding $450,000 from Western Sky Community Care to fund scholarships for Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) nurse practitioner and nurse-midwifery students. This funding will be allocated to 10 students for the 2024-2025 academic year.