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M. Ryan Brison, MSN, CNP, AGPCNP-BC The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) established National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) in 2005 to remind people that, even though the holiday season has begun, it’s NOT too late to get a flu shot. This year, NIVW is scheduled for December 3rd through the 9th. A second goal of the observance week is to communicate to those who are at the highest risk of complications if they acquire the flu. For people at high risk, getting the flu can be far more serious than fo... ... Read More

Carlsbad Medical Center is expanding its range of cardiac services to now include a cardiac rehabilitation program. The program is designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals who have experienced a cardiac event, such as a heart attack, bypass surgery, stent placement, angioplasty, heart transplant, or heart valve repair or replacement. It can also be beneficial for those who suffer from angina or chronic congestive heart failure. Located on the third floor at Carlsbad Medical Center, the ca... ... Read More

Carlsbad Medical Center was recently recognized by the New Mexico Department of Health and the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) as a top performer in several key areas of health and patient care, including excellence in quality and clinical outcomes. Several New Mexico Rural EMS Medical Directors were also presented awards of appreciation, including Dr. Delmar Kampe of Carlsbad Medical Center. “We understand what matters most to patients at Carlsbad Medical Center is the q... ... Read More

Carlsbad, NM - Nearly 7 million people across the United States suffer from chronic or slow-healing wounds. Wounds fall into two categories: acute and chronic. Acute wounds are related to an accident, injury or surgery. Chronic wounds can also be related to an injury or surgery – but are most often related to a health condition, such as diabetes or vascular disease, that impedes normal healing. If a wound does not heal within a month, and requires medical intervention, it is considered a chronic or slow... ... Read More

By Wendy Ricer P.T., DPT, Director of Rehabilitation, Carlsbad Medical Center This October, we celebrate National Physical Therapy Month in the shadow of an alarming and growing opioid crisis. The majority of Americans who die from opioid overdoses do so after using these medications to treat legitimate pain. Sadly, many of these conditions could be prevented or managed with positive lifestyle changes, and a better understanding of body mechanics learned through physical therapy. When presented with the... ... Read More

Gene Prendergast, D.O. Arthritis is shockingly common, but not very well understood. “Arthritis” is not actually a single disease, but rather a term referring to joint pain or joint disease in general. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, and more than 50 million adults in the U.S. have some form. It is most common among women, and occurs more frequently as people age. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the nation. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, or deg... ... Read More

Carlsbad medical Center's Healthy Woman program recently celebrated its 9th anniversary. The event was attended by members of the staff at Current-Argus, who wrote about and took pictures of the event. The article and images can be viewed here. ... Read More

Amanda Ryan, D.O. Summer has only just begun, and already much of the country is seeing record high temperatures. Here in Southeast New Mexico, highs in the triple digits are not unusual for this time of year. If it’s too hot for airplanes to fly, there is no doubt that those at risk for heart disease need to take extraordinary precautions. Our bodies are built to self-regulate temperature – to keep us from getting too hot or too cold. The body has two paths to shed extra heat, radiation and evaporation... ... Read More

Carlsbad Medical Center and Pecos Valley Physician Group are pleased to announce the return of orthopedic surgeon Gene Prendergast, D.O. Dr. Prendergast was previously a member of the medical staff at Carlsbad Medical Center from 2011-2015. “We’re excited to welcome Dr. Prendergast back to our community,” says Cathy Hibbs, chief executive officer at Carlsbad Medical Center. “Having another orthopedic provider in Carlsbad will keep many patients from having to wait for treatment or travel out of town for... ... Read More

Carlsbad Medical Center touched more than 173,000 lives over the past year, positively impacting the well-being of Carlsbad and Eddy County and fulfilling its commitment to serve the healthcare needs of the area, according to an update provided by CEO Cathy Hibbs at CMC’s second annual State of the Hospital event held recently. The luncheon was an opportunity to update members of the community on recent improvements at the hospital and to give a preview of what’s in store for 2017. In 2016, the hospital... ... Read More