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Over $400,000 in Patient Debt Forgiven by Holy Cross Hospital, Thanks to Generous Donors

Holy Cross Hospital provides emergency treatment to all patients, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay, 24/7. The hospital’s billing department works with uninsured and low-income individuals to navigate unexpected medical expenses and find financial assistance. Programs like Holy Cross Benefit Navigation, which assisted over 2,000 people in 2024 with health insurance enrollment […]

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Holy Cross Medical Center Continues Successful Recruitment Efforts

Holy Cross Medical Center (HCMC) continues to make significant progress in addressing its staffing needs, particularly in reducing the reliance on costly traveling nurses and boosting local hiring efforts. Under the guidance of Vivian Santistevan, Chief Human Resources Officer for HCMC, the medical center’s Human Resources department has spearheaded the Team Taos initiative, which has […]

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Pediatricians Avoid Burnout while Addressing Opioids Crisis in a Rural Community  

We are excited to announce that Holy Cross Medical Center’s own pediatrician, Dr. Veronica Parker, was a contributor to an important article published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)! The article, titled “The Healing Power of Partnership: Pediatricians Avoid Burnout While Addressing Opioids Crisis in a Rural Community,” explores how pediatricians in rural communities […]

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Holy Cross Hospital’s Labor and Delivery Department Offers Prepared Childbirth Classes Beginning in 2025

The Labor and Delivery department at Holy Cross Hospital is excited to offer a prepared childbirth class for expectant parents. The evidence-based comprehensive childbirth curriculum is intended to prepare birthing persons and their support for all the twists and turns that pregnancy, delivery and the postpartum period have. Sessions are four classes on Monday evenings […]

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Celebrate Your Physical Health This Month

October is National Physical Therapy Month, and it’s the perfect time to highlight the compassionate care provided by the team at Holy Cross Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation. Their specialized treatments cover areas such as hand therapy, pelvic floor rehabilitation, balance and fall prevention, orthopedic rehabilitation, and neurological recovery. The team also provides pain management, manual […]

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Join the Paint Taos Pink campaign in October to support breast cancer awareness and Taos Cancer Support Services.

Paint Taos Pink Throughout the Month of October!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Taos will once again shine a bright shade of pink as the community comes together for the 10th anniversary of the annual “Paint Taos Pink” campaign. The month of events will benefit Holy Cross Medical Center’s Taos Cancer Support Services program, with all the money raised staying local […]

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Aerial view of a local hospital with a helipad, surrounded by parking and scenic mountains in the background.

Continued Momentum at Your Local Hospital

In 1936, local patron of the arts and philanthropist, Mabel Dodge Luhan, donated a house on La Posta Road that became the first location of Holy Cross Hospital. Today, Holy Cross Hospital is an 89,000 square-foot, not-for-profit, Critical Access Hospital located off Weimer Road, with a local governing board that includes both physicians and community […]

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Strategic Plan Update

The Strategic Planning Process The Board of Directors and Leadership Team at Holy Cross Medical Center, with support from Ovation Healthcare, recently developed a three-year Strategic Plan. This plan, approved on January 31, 2024 reflects Holy Cross’ commitment to the Taos community and goal to deliver top-quality care. We are pleased to share information on […]

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Five diverse individuals stand together in a desert landscape, promoting a local diabetes management program.

Local Program Empowers Individuals to Manage Their Diabetes

In the landscape of American healthcare, the prevalence of diabetes looms large, affecting millions of lives and presenting significant challenges to individuals and communities alike. New Mexico faces considerable challenges in this regard, as highlighted by data from the New Mexico Department of Health, indicating a steady increase in the age-adjusted prevalence of diagnosed diabetes […]

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Holy Cross Hospital Auxiliary volunteers pose together in their pink uniforms in front of the gift shop, showcasing community support.

Hospital Auxiliary Supports and Strengthens Healthcare in our Community

For decades, the Holy Cross Hospital Auxiliary has been a steadfast pillar in the local healthcare community, embodying the spirit of service and compassion. Founded on principles of altruism and community support, the Auxiliary has played a vital role in supporting the hospital’s mission to provide excellent care to the community. Today, the Holy Cross […]

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CT scan room featuring a Philips Incisive scanner, examination table, and monitors for patient imaging.

Holy Cross Hospital Improves Noninvasive Diagnostics With New CT Scanner

Holy Cross Hospital made a substantial upgrade last year with the addition of a state-of-the-art Philips Incisive CT Scanner to the hospital’s Imaging Department. The Incisive CT Scanner offers excellent imaging capabilities allowing patients to get advanced diagnostic procedures right here in Taos. This CT scanner is an example of our ongoing commitment to the […]

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Holy Cross Medical Center’s Community Health Services in 2023

As the calendar turns a page, it’s a time not just for resolutions and fresh starts but also for reflection. Looking back on the accomplishments of the past year at Holy Cross Medical Center brings a sense of pride in the services and support provided to our community. From the Holy Cross Benefit Navigation program, […]

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Dr. Steven Slikkers, a surgeon at Holy Cross Medical Center, smiles confidently in scrubs in a welcoming medical office.

Meet Dr. Steven Slikkers, Holy Cross Medical Center Surgeon

Dr. Steven Slikkers is a Board-Certified general surgeon and practiced in Michigan for 18 years before joining the team at Holy Cross Surgical Specialties. 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. After his residency at the […]

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Dr. Casey Smith smiles warmly outdoors, with mountains and greenery in the background, representing her new role at Holy Cross Women's Health Institute.

Holy Cross Women’s Health Institute Welcomes Dr. Casey Smith

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 […]

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Holy Cross Sets High Standards for Emergency Room Physicians

Americans living in rural communities can face unique challenges when it comes to accessing healthcare services. Long drives and limited options often mean that it can be difficult to access high quality healthcare services. Luckily for those of us that live in the Taos area, we have access to a hospital that provides a wide […]

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Pediatric clinic building with a welcoming entrance, designed for children's healthcare in Taos, New Mexico.

Taos Clinic for Children & Youth – Local Pediatric Care

Taos Clinic for Children and Youth (TCCY) provides a wide range of pediatric medical services to infants, children and young adults. TCCY is staffed by a team of experienced board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners.The TCCY team is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to the children of our community. TCCY offers a variety of […]