New Mexico Medical Society

06/16/2026

Congratulations to all new fellows and attending doctors! We're proud of your hard work and dedication to our communities during your residency. Best of luck in the next stage of your career!

If you plan to stay in New Mexico (and we hope you do), make sure to look into New Mexico's physician tax credit and loan repayment programs.

06/12/2026

This , we’re honoring the power of lasting relationships between physicians and patients. 80% of patients agree that one's relationship with their physician isn't just a one-time visit–it’s a lifelong relationship.

Providing men with the care they need to live healthy and prosperous lives is why many physicians choose medicine.

06/11/2026

June 8-12 is Community Health Improvement Week and we're celebrating the physicians who dedicate their lives to promoting public health and providing essential care to patients. From the big city to the basins, all communities in New Mexico deserve access to high-quality healthcare.

06/09/2026

Congratulations to all the graduates from Burrell College of Health Sciences and The University of New Mexico School of Medicine! Whether you're staying in New Mexico or heading elsewhere to complete your medical residency, we're glad you chose to spend the past 4 years in the Land of Enchantment and wish you all the best in your future career!

06/06/2026

76% of patients agree that insurance company red tape makes it harder for physicians to provide the best care for their patients. A physician’s best day is spent caring for their patients, not navigating prior authorization approvals. New Mexico Medical Society urges support for reform so that prior authorization does not interfere with patients’ access to care. Learn more: fixpriorauth.org

Prior Authorization is a Barrier to Care Prior authorization is a health plan requirement that demands physicians obtain approval before a patient's treatment or prescription qualifies for coverage. This burdensome process delays, deters and denies patients the care they need, leading to worsening h...

06/04/2026

The New Mexico Medical Society is looking for a new Executive Director to help us grow and shape NM medicine. This is a unique opportunity to help shape policy, influence healthcare delivery, and build powerful partnerships at the intersection of medicine, advocacy, and leadership.

To find more information about this position, go to https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:a1d6f2d3-7342-467f-9bae-d47761543bc9?viewer%21megaVerb=group-discover.

06/02/2026

It's Election Day, New Mexico!

Primary elections are your chance to influence who will advance to the November general election. Head to the polls by 7pm to submit a ballot and make your voice heard!

Check your registration, see a sample ballot, and find your voting location at NMVote.org.

06/01/2026

🚨Applications for physician loan repayment are now open🚨

The Health Professional Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP) supports physicians with up to $300,000 in student loan repayment. This program increases access to healthcare for all New Mexicans by incentivizing early-career doctors to practice here for at least four years.

For more information and to apply, go to https://hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/loan-repayment-programs/health-professional

05/29/2026

Physicians choose medicine to make a difference in their communities. This , and every month, physicians support patients by addressing mental health needs with compassion, care, and trusted guidance.

Learn what physicians wish patients knew about improving their mental health: https://www.ama-assn.org/public-health/behavioral-health/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-improve-their-mental-health

05/28/2026

The 2026 Primary Election is 5 days away, and early voting is happening now through May 30! Every voice matters and every vote counts.

Check your registration, see a sample ballot, and find your voting location at NMVote.org.