Transparency is a major concern for our health care family. In an effort to keep our community up to date on our current events, we are providing a large variety of news. To help you find the information that is most pertinent we have created a highlight section that will surface the news we will is most important.
Dr. Tim Moore, has spent his career as a dedicated obstetrician and gynecologist. He has touched countless lives and has left an indelible mark on the health of our community. Having made Taos his home in 2007, Dr. Moore began providing care with Holy Cross in 2008. With an impressive career spanning 41 years in […]
Since 1936, Holy Cross Hospital has been providing care to our community. From the original location on La Posta Road, to the current modern facility on Weimer Road, generations of Taoseños have come together to care for the community at Holy Cross. Holy Cross Medical Center currently employs over 450 individuals. Every employee that works […]
The heart holds immeasurable significance as a vital organ in the human body. Serving as the core of the circulatory system, its primary function is to pump oxygen-rich blood throughout the body, nourishing organs and tissues. This continuous circulation of blood ensures the delivery of essential nutrients and oxygen required for cellular metabolism, enabling all […]
Holy Cross Hospital is working with a 3rd party to conduct a survey to help better understand what the community wants from local healthcare providers. Please take 5 minutes to fill out this survey to help us understand what you and your family needs and expects from local healthcare providers. The survey is anonymous, but […]
The United States is currently experiencing a significant shortage of registered nurses (RNs) in the healthcare sector. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for RNs is projected to grow by 7% between 2019 and 2029, which is faster than the average for all occupations. This demand is due to a variety […]
Being raised in a rural community has many benefits, but for some teens it can feel like there are a lack of real career opportunities. With graduation looming on their horizon and the pressure to plan for their next leap, many soon-to-be graduates feel the need to leave their hometown to further their education and […]
Medical care is not always the first thing that people consider budgeting for, and emergency situations can leave uninsured individuals with unexpected expenses. Regardless of a patient’s insurance status or ability to pay, emergency treatment is offered at Holy Cross Hospital without question, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Holy Cross Hospital’s billing […]
Holy Cross Hospital is proud to welcome Arleen Calva Adame, the first baby of 2023 delivered by the Labor & Delivery department at Holy Cross Hospital on January 1st at 3am. Join us in congratulating Talia Adame and Gregorio Cruz on the birth of Arleen Calva Adame. Learn more about the Labor & Delivery Department […]
In 1936 the United States was in the midst of the Great Depression. It was the year after the Town of Taos was incorporated, and it was the year that Mabel Dodge Luhan donated a house to be used as Taos’ first community hospital. This original, ten-bed hospital included an operating room, obstetrics, x-ray and […]
Holy Cross Hospital Emergency Medical Physician Dr. Amy Martin discusses the current flu season in Taos, when it might be appropriate to seek emergency medical care, and tips on preventing illness. Learn more at: https://holycrossmedicalcenter.org/covid-19-influenza-and-other-respiratory-illnesses/
I would like to take a moment to recognize how grateful I am for the high quality staff we have at our local hospital. It is my privilege to have recently been appointed to the Board of Directors at Holy Cross Hospital, and my time as a medical professional in the community reinforces my belief […]
In November of 2020 Taos County voters rallied to renew mill levy support for Holy Cross Hospital. With resounding support, 72% of voters in the 2020 general election approved the renewal of a 1 mill tax to support local health care. Holy Cross Hospital is grateful for the support of the community and thought it […]
Holy Cross Women’s Health Institute (WHI) is pleased to welcome Family Physician with Obstetrics (FPOB), Ellen Ouellette, MD. Dr. Ouellette joins WHI’s team of OBGYNs that include Tim Moore, MD; Rameet Singh, MD; and Carol Kiesling, MD. As an FPOB, Dr. Ouellette brings family medicine services to the broad range of care being offered at […]
Please join us in congratulating Merril Tydings, House Shift Coordinator at Holy Cross Medical Center, for being recognized in this year’s Taos News Unsung Hero Awards. Thank you Merril for all you do and your commitment to making the world a better place. Learn more about Merril’s award from the Taos News here:
Dr. Steven Slikkers is a Board-Certified general surgeon and has been practicing in Michigan for the past 18 years. Steven graduated from the Loma Linda School of Medicine in 1999 and completed a 5-year residency at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota. Holy Cross Medical Center is proud to welcome Dr. Slikkers […]
Most people think that a “speech therapist” helps people who have a lisp or need to re-learn how to talk after a stroke. This is true, but you might be surprised to find out that Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) do much more than this. Did you know that Medical Speech-Language Pathologists are experts in swallowing disorders? […]
The Taos County Health Assessment surveys local residents every three years to identify local strengths, household challenges, and issues, as well as the perception of needs in the area. Results of this survey are used to document needs and develop plans that make Taos County a healthier place to live. This year’s survey represents over 500 […]
As the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Fires continue to threaten our region, Holy Cross Hospital has been working closely with local Emergency Response Coordinator David Elliot to make sure that proper response plans are in place. Holy Cross Medical Center has over 400 employees. Some employees live in neighboring communities that are under different […]
It is estimated that over half a million people will go to the emergency room for kidney stone problems and roughly ten percent of people will have a kidney stone at some time in their lives. Kidney stones grow when minerals and salts in urine crystalize and form stones. Usually, the chemicals that cause kidney […]
Holy Cross Medical Center is looking for community members to participate in a focus group as part of our Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) process. Every 3 years, we conduct a CHNA to evaluate the overall health needs of the area. By getting broad community feedback, we can identify ways that our hospital can adequately […]
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