• 27 OCT 21
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    Community Input Wanted

    Community Input Wanted

    We’d like your help! Artesia General Hospital is seeking public input in two ways from local citizens: 1) Strategic Plan First, Artesia General Hospital is gearing up for a review and update of its Strategic Plan and will be hosting discussion groups to gather feedback. Public input gathered through these forums is critically important to

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    • 27 SEP 24
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    CNOR Certification in the Operating Room

    CNOR Certification in the Operating Room

    In the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of the operating room at Artesia General Hospital (AGH), ensuring patient safety and providing top-tier care is paramount. One way perioperative nurses demonstrate their expertise and commitment to excellence is through achieving the Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification. This prestigious credential not only validates a nurse’s skills but also

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    • 09 MAR 23
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    Choice Awards Nomination

    Choice Awards Nomination

    Time to Nominate Our Choice awards at Artesia General Hospital honors those employees who have made outstanding contributions to our community, patients, their families, and each other. Please visit https://forms.office.com/r/4FmmaPPxbC to nominate and recognize an Artesia General Hospital employee you feel fits one of the following categories. DEADLINE TO NOMINATE IS MARCH 31, 2023 Choice

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    • 07 NOV 24
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    Certified Instrument Specialist certification achieved by Colocho

    Certified Instrument Specialist certification achieved by Colocho

    Artesia General Hospital is celebrating one of its own, as Bobby Colocho, a dedicated member of the Sterile Processing Department, has achieved his Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification. This respected certification, offered by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), is a significant milestone in the field of surgical instrument processing and is recognized across the

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    • 22 AUG 24
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    Celebrating Our Team Members

    Celebrating Our Team Members

    At Artesia General Hospital, we take great pride in the accomplishments of our dedicated team members. Their commitment to professional growth drives our continued ability to provide quality, compassionate care. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate the recent achievements of three outstanding employees who have gone above and beyond in their respective fields. Congratulations to

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    • 20 NOV 24
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    Celebrating a 40 Year Career

    Celebrating a 40 Year Career

    Artesia General Hospital’s Susan Dade Retires After 40 Years as a Dietitian Susan Dade’s retirement from Artesia General Hospital marks the close of a remarkable chapter in healthcare for the area. Over the past 40 years, Dade’s work as a dietitian and diabetes educator has left an undeniable impact on the community. Known for her

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    • 25 OCT 24
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    Celebrating 10 Years of Mako Robot

    Celebrating 10 Years of Mako Robot

    Artesia General Hospital’s Mako robot-assisted orthopedic surgery has transformed patient care in the region Artesia General hospital (AGH) is celebrating a major milestone: October marks 10 years of using the Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery system, which has revolutionized joint replacement procedures in the area and changed the lives of countless patients. Since being the first

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    • 18 SEP 24
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    Catch it Early

    Catch it Early

    Artesia General Hospital launches Catch It Early campaign—a lifesaving mammogram campaign to encourage women to prioritize health. In an effort to raise awareness and emphasize the importance of early breast cancer detection, Artesia General Hospital (AGH) is launching its new mammogram campaign, Catch It Early. The initiative, running from September 12 through the end of

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    • 11 MAR 25
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    Carlsbad Open MRI Expands Hours

    Carlsbad Open MRI Expands Hours

    Carlsbad, NM – Access to high-quality medical imaging in Carlsbad is now more convenient than ever. Carlsbad Open MRI, part of Artesia General Hospital, has expanded its services to offer walk-in ultrasounds and Saturday MRI appointments, giving residents greater flexibility when scheduling essential diagnostic procedures. The expansion comes in response to increasing demand for timely

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    • 21 JUL 17
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    Caring for Caregivers

    Caring for Caregivers

    “Caregivers face challenges when a loved one is suffering from neurocognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease,” says Ron Haugen, DNP with Artesia General Hospital’s Senior Care Unit. “Seeking treatment for the person is important, but it is also important to continue to assess the well-being of the caregiver. Caregiving can cause significant emotional and physical

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