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July 9, 2014

When Every Minute Matters – Surviving a Severe Heart Attack

Willie Salazar, 59, was scheduled for a stress test following two weeks of chest pain. “It was a stingy pain that wouldn’t let me breathe,” he describes. That stress test never happened. May 16, 2014 Willie was home alone when the chest pain returned and did not go away. “It got stronger and... Read More
June 23, 2014

Lovelace Care Concierge Program Eases Patient Access to Providers

Lovelace Health System launched the Lovelace Care Concierge program in 2014 as a way to help patients connect with health care providers more easily following hospitalization. First available to TRICARE members at Kirtland Air Force Base, followed by Molina, the program is now available to anyone... Read More
June 19, 2014

Treating Aphasia and Regaining Communication after Stroke

Speech Language Pathology Manager at Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital, Jennie Saavedra Duran, M.S., CCC-SLP joins us today to talk about a common communication disorder many stroke patients face to better understand Aphasia and how speech therapy can help both patients and their loved ones. What is... Read More
June 11, 2014

Gaining Life Back One Step at a Time

Families of loved ones who have suffered from a devastating stroke or traumatic brain injury (TBI) remember exactly when life changed for them. All of the sudden the person who was vibrant, talkative and active is now facing the challenge of getting back to that life with an unforeseen path of... Read More
May 1, 2014

Every 40 Seconds – Recognizing Stroke Month with Award-Winning Stroke Care

Yolanda Alcantar, CNRN, Nurse Manager at Lovelace Medical Center shares Lovelace Medical Center’s recent recognition by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and how this is improving outcomes for stroke patients. According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke... Read More
April 15, 2014

Should you take a daily aspirin during pregnancy?

Could a daily “baby” aspirin help ensure the safe delivery of healthy babies? Recent research examines what role aspirin may play in both reducing the risk of miscarriage, as well as reducing the risk of developing preeclampsia later in pregnancy. However, health care providers also warn expectant... Read More
April 10, 2014

Skip the ER? Treating Foot and Ankle Wounds in the Clinic

Accidents and injuries happen. In fact, injuries to the foot and ankle are happening more often as our aging population continues to lead active lifestyles. However, with 7 to 10 percent of Emergency Department visits attributed to ankle sprains, health care providers say more people need to know... Read More
April 10, 2014

Lovelace Celebrates Expanded Pulmonary Clinic With Ribbon Cutting Event

Lovelace Medical Group will be celebrating the expansion of pulmonary services with a ribbon cutting event on Thursday, April 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Lovelace Medical Towers, located at 500 Walter St. NE, Suite 501. The ribbon cutting will take place at 5 p.m. The expanded space, which... Read More
April 9, 2014

Health Care Volunteer Appreciation Week – Thank you!

Author Elizabeth Berg simply states, “There is incredible value in being of service to others.” For those who volunteer know, they often receive more than they give. We celebrate all our Lovelace volunteers, who so graciously give of their time and talents, this Health Care Volunteer Appreciation... Read More
April 1, 2014

New Therapy Helps Parkinson's Patients with Speech and Vocal Loudness

Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to offer a new therapy for patients with Parkinson’s Disease, which can help improve the volume and clarity of their speech. Kerry Worthing, M.S. CCC-SLP, an Outpatient Speech-Language Pathologist at Lovelace Rehabilitation Hospital, is certified to... Read More