Champion Orthopaedics

12/01/2024

The next Matter of Balance classes start February 27, 2024 from 9:30-11:30AM at the Alamogordo Senior Center. For more information, please call Kelly at 575-437-0231 or Maureen at 575-437-9340 ext 5.
Also, join us on Tuesday, February 20th from 4:30 - 6 for a Heart Health walk at the mall. See you there!

29/12/2023

22/12/2023

Merry Christmas from our family to you and yours!🎄🎁

15/12/2023

We are committed to providing the best possible care to our patients!

GCRMC Receives Advanced Hip and Knee Replacement Certification From DNV!

Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center (GCRMC) announces that it has received Advanced Hip & Knee Replacement Certification from DNV.

This certification affirms an organization’s excellence in orthopedic surgery within the scope of hip and knee arthroplasty and related procedures inclusive of initial diagnostic services, surgical services, and therapies related to hip and knee replacement care.

“Advanced Hip & Knee Certification lets our community know we have the resources and commitment to provide the best possible care for Hip and Knee replacement,”
says Denise Race, Director of the orthopedic program at GCRMC.
“The community can be confident that we have the right equipment, personnel and training to exhibit excellence in orthopedic surgery within the scope of Hip and Knee Replacement from diagnosis to treatment, education, and rehabilitation. Achieving this certification validates all the effort we have put into this program to ensure the health and safety of our patients.”

“Achieving certification shows commitment to excellence,” says Kelly Proctor, President of DNV Healthcare USA, Inc. “It helps demonstrate to your community that you are performing at the highest level.

01/12/2023

The next Matter of Balance classes start January 15, 2024 and end on March 4, 2024. To attend classes, please call (575) 446-4422, option #4. See you there!

21/11/2023

To allow our associates time with their families this Thanksgiving, Champion Orthopaedics will be closed November 23rd and 24th. We will return to the clinic on Monday, November 27th. We are thankful for each and every one of you and hope you have a blessed Thanksgiving!

26/09/2023

With the addition of physicians to our practice, we are installing a second x-ray machine within the clinic! Please pardon our mess during this time. Champion Orthopaedics will remain open and seeing patients during the construction phase. If you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment, we can be reached at 575-446-5700. We look forward to continue providing exceptional care to our community. Thank you

16/09/2023

On August 1, 2023, Governor of the State of New Mexico, Michelle Lujan Grisham proclaimed September 18 through September 22, 2023 as “Falls Prevention Awareness Week”
Visit stloasis.org/VirtualStandStrong - on Wednesday, September 20, 12–3 p.m. CT (11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. MT) for a Falls Prevention Virtual Event.

06/09/2023

Welcome to the Champion Orthopaedics family Dr. Miller!

Champion Orthopaedics is pleased to announce the arrival of Dr. Drew Miller!
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Miller to our community!

Drew Miller, DO specializes in general Orthopaedic Care. He is trained in many aspects of orthopaedics including joint replacement, fracture care and sports injuries. Dr. Miller is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine (Knee), MAKO® Robotic Total Hip Replacement, MAKO® Robotic Total Knee Replacement.

Education:
Residency: LECOM Health: Millcreek Community Hospital – Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialty: General Orthopedist
D.O. from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2018)
Masters: Masters in Health Service Administration
Undergraduate: University of Pittsburgh (2014)

Licensures:
Board Certification: Board Eligible
Diploma: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
– Doctor of Osteopathy

Dr. Miller was born, raised, and trained in Western Pennsylvania. He grew up with his parents, brothers, and sister in Erie, PA. Dr. Miller enjoys outdoor activities including hiking, golfing, and walking his dog. He is currently accepting new patients, and he looks forward to becoming an active member of the Alamogordo community!

Dr. Miller is now accepting new patients. Call (575) 446-5700 to schedule an appointment.

04/08/2023

Welcome to the Champion Orthopaedics family Dr. Alicea!

Champion Orthopaedics is pleased to announce the arrival of Dr. José Alicea!
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Alicea to the GCRMC Family!

Dr. Alicea is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine (Knee), MAKO® Robotic Total Hip Replacement, MAKO® Robotic Total Knee Replacement.

Residency:
General Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ

Education:
Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA

M.D. License:
Arizona, New Mexico, Texas

Languages:
English, Spanish

In his 26 years of practice, Dr. Alicea has cared for patients of all ages. He brings an empathetic ear and strives to understand what is important to his patients. Dr. Alicea takes time to listen to his patients concerns and he appreciates the importance of ensuring that patients have a clear understanding of their diagnosis and treatment options.

Dr. Alicea will be accepting new patients starting August 7th. Call (575) 446-5700 to schedule an appointment.

20/07/2023

Funeral Services for Officer Anthony Ferguson will be Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 2PM, at the Tays Center, located at 2400 N Scenic Drive.
To honor this dedicated public servant, Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center will donate all proceeds from sales in the Cafeteria and both Bitros on July 20, 2023 to the Ferguson family.
Please join us in supporting this family as they travel this difficult journey.