Memorial Medical Center

09/25/2025

Healthy aging isn’t just about living longer. It’s about living well. Whether it’s staying active, keeping up with preventive care or staying socially connected, small steps can make a big difference over time. We're proud to help the health and wellbeing of our community this Healthy Aging Month and every day!

09/24/2025

In the Behavioral Health Unit, Occupational Therapy plays a vital role in helping patients take small but meaningful steps toward healing and better managing everyday life.

OT is about more than treatment; it’s about building hope and resilience.

Learn more about our Behavioral Health Unit:
https://www.mmclc.org/behavioral-health

09/24/2025

Older adult falls can be prevented with a few easy steps. Join us this week as we educate our community during National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, a national effort to increase awareness of falls prevention and empower older adults to take the first step to reduce their falls risk, be independent, and remain falls-free.

➡️ Find a suite of resources from the : https://www.ncoa.org/older-adults/health/prevention/falls-prevention/

➡️ Stay healthy and independent by checking your risk for a fall: https://www.ncoa.org/tools/falls-free-checkup/

09/23/2025

We're proud to support this year's Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo youth competitors and wish them all the best of luck!

We'll see you at the Fair!

We extend our sincere gratitude to our esteemed sponsors, PTS Office, 4 Rivers, Memorial Medical Center, and Sports Accessories, for their generous support of our T-shirts. Over 600 4H and FFA youth participants will receive a complimentary T-shirt during the Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo as they participate in the Livestock and Non-Livestock divisions.

Good Luck to all!!!

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09/23/2025

🦴 Did you know that we offer a simple way to check your bone health as you age?

A DEXA scan (bone density test) is a quick, painless way to check your bone health. It’s similar to a regular X-ray, but measures the strength and mineral content of your bones instead of just taking pictures of them. Generally, a DEXA scan is recommended for women age 65 and older and men age 70 and older.

A scan can help detect osteoporosis, which weakens bones to the point that they can break easily. It is called a “silent disease” because people who develop it may not notice any changes until a bone breaks — usually a bone in the hip, spine or wrist. The condition is much more common in women, especially after menopause.

Don’t wait for a potential accident to determine if you have osteoporosis. Ask your provider if a DEXA scan is right for you and then call 575.521.5270 to schedule.

Learn about our Imaging Services: https://www.mmclc.org/imaging-services

09/22/2025

From PT, to OT, to Speech Therapy, our rehabilitation specialists provide compassionate, personalized care to help our patients recover, regain strength and get back to the life they love — close to home. We loved celebrating these team members during !

We are so proud of their expertise, dedication and amazing teamwork that make a real difference every single day through:

💪 Physical Therapy: Helping patients regain strength, balance, and mobility
✋ Occupational Therapy: Guiding patients to return to meaningful daily activities
🗣️ Speech Therapy: Supporting communication and swallowing needs with compassion and skill

09/19/2025

At MMC, our employees are making a difference every day, not only inside the hospital walls, but also beyond them. From caring for patients and supporting coworkers to pursuing their passions and achieving great things in the community, we are proud to celebrate their accomplishments.

MMC is proud to celebrate one of our own, Marcie Fredericksen, who was recently introduced as the newest member of the Las Cruces United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Hall of Fame 2025.

Marcie has been an avid bowler for over the last 30 years, earning countless accomplishments along the way. She was named the 2019 Women’s Bowler of the Year and finished second in 2024. In the 2023 LCUSBC Open Tournament, she took first place in both Singles and All Events. Over the years, she has competed in at least four USBC Women’s Championships and seven USBC Open Championships, as well as numerous local and state tournaments. She has also been a proud member of the Ristas and The Crew, clubs within the Women’s and Mixed International Bowling Associations, for more than a decade.

For Marcie, bowling is more than a sport, it’s a family tradition.

“I’ve been bowling for over 30 years, and I got into bowling because of my mom,” she shared. “When I moved down here, she was bowling at the time, and she got me involved. My sisters were involved, my father was involved, and now my kids are involved. It’s all a family event. You meet so many different people traveling to tournaments in different states, it’s really a great bowling community.”

Beyond her recognition on the lanes, Marcie has been a vital part of MMC for the past 19 years, serving as the hospital’s Payroll Generalist.

When she first started at MMC, Marcie admits she was quiet and preferred staying behind the scenes. Over time, though, her role in Human Resources has helped her grow.

“I was a very quiet person when I first started. Working in human resources has opened me up a little bit. I’m able to communicate better with people now, and I really enjoy helping them.”

She credits much of that growth to her supportive HR team.

“I love my team. We’ve been together so long, and I’m still the baby of the group,” Marcie laughed. “It is great to be surrounded by a team of people who have been here for so long.”

One of the things she values most about working at MMC is seeing others grow within the hospital.

“It’s great to see people who started off in different departments transition into other roles and continue to grow within the company,” she said.

When it comes to bowling, Marcie says her teammates’ encouragement keeps her going, especially on tough days.

“Sometimes you get down because you’re not bowling very well, but teammates will invite me to tournaments, encourage me, and even help with advice on the lanes. That support means a lot.”

Whether she’s making a difference for MMC employees or striking down pins on the lanes, Marcie’s dedication, positivity, and passion shine through. Congratulations to her on this well-deserved honor!

09/18/2025

Each year, millions of Americans are admitted for treatment of . At Memorial Medical Center, we are committed to ensuring our heart patients receive the best possible care and committed to serving our region with expertise.

That’s why we’re proud to announce we recently earned Chest Pain Center Reaccreditation with Primary PCI from the American College of Cardiology. By once again meeting the requirements for accreditation, we’ve demonstrated a commitment to and providing the highest-quality care for our patients.

🫀 Read more: https://www.mmclc.org/hospital-news/2025/09/18/memorial-medical-center-receives-chest-pain-center-reaccreditation

🫀 Learn about heart attack symptoms: https://www.mmclc.org/emergency-room/heart-attack-symptoms

09/18/2025

Sometimes, the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.

This week, we honor the compassion, expertise and unwavering dedication of our neonatal nurses who care for our tiniest and most fragile patients with unmatched heart. You are not only highly skilled medical professionals but also partners to our parents, answering questions, easing fears and celebrating every milestone, no matter how small.

Your skill and resilience truly make a lifelong impact on families. Thank you for the difference you make in so many lives. We can’t wait to further celebrate your impact with our 10th annual NICU Reunion, scheduled for Sunday, October 26th!

09/18/2025

There are so many fun opportunities to support such a wonderful cause! We can’t wait for this year’s Cancer Warriors Week! 🗓️

🎀 Are YOU ready for Cancer Warriors Pink Week?! 💪💗

Join the fight, spread the love, and show your support!

🌟 Want to sponsor or set up a booth at one of our events?

📞 Contact Marci at 575-644-0778 to get involved!

Let’s paint the town PINK together! 🎗️✨

09/17/2025

At MMC, we’re proud to announce a new resource in the fight against opioid overdose deaths. We are the first hospital in our region to have a Narcan (naloxone) nasal spray vending machine in our Emergency Department lobby. Through a partnership with the New Mexico Health Care Authority, we are pleased to offer this life-saving tool free of charge to our community in such a heavily trafficked location.

Having Narcan on hand can make the difference between life and death during an opioid overdose emergency.

Preventable opioid overdose deaths have increased 457 percent since 1999 in the U.S., and the public health challenge remains a crisis here in New Mexico.

If you or your business are interested in learning how you can prevent an opioid overdose death in our community, free training is being offered by Doña Ana County Government Center. Call 575-525-5877 or email narcan@donaana.gov to schedule your training.

Together, we can turn the tide against overdose deaths.

➡️ Learn more about opioid safety and overdose prevention: https://www.nmhealth.org/about/erd/ibeb/pos/

Doña Ana County Health & Human Services Las Cruces Police Las Cruces Fire New Mexico Hospital Association

09/16/2025

Every muddy serve, spike and dive was well worth the cause (and the fun) at this year’s Mudd Volleyball Tournament to support Big Brothers Big Sisters Mountain Region - Dona Ana/Grant Counties. The Memorial teams of the Aux Mudballers and Muddy Ducks showed off their teamwork and skills at what was likely the muddiest tournament yet! 🏐

Thank you to every team, sponsor and vendor for supporting youth mentorship in our region!

Big Brothers Big Sisters Mountain Region