Memorial Medical Center

08/14/2026

Our community certainly wasn’t asleep on this topic: What a great turnout for last night’s seminar!

ENT Joshua Levinger, MD, shared insights on diagnosing, managing and treating sleep apnea, including a sneak peak at a new therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) coming soon to MMC: An FDA-approved mask-free option that works by gently stimulating the hypoglossal nerves to keep the airway open throughout the night.

➡️ If sleep apnea is keeping you or a loved one from getting the rest you need, help is closer than ever: https://www.mmclc.org/providers/joshua-levinger-7039329

Thank you to everyone who attended — we look forward to seeing you at future educational events!

08/14/2026

Congratulations to Vanessa Menanteau, DNP, CNM, FNP-BC, of Memorial Women’s Medical Associates for being featured by the New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council as their August Member Spotlight!

Vanessa grew up in Spain and moved to the United States in 1997. She's lived in Las Cruces for the past 11 years and has been grateful for the opportunity to serve her community. One of the greatest joys of her career has been caring for her diverse patient population. Fluency in English and Spanish has allowed her to connect with many patients in their native language, helping build trust and meaningful relationships.

Vanessa earned a bachelor’s degree in international business in Spain before discovering her passion for healthcare after moving to the United States. Since then, she’s continued building her nursing education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) at Frontier Nursing University and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) at New Mexico State University. She ultimately earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Aspen University. One of the things Vanessa enjoys most about being an NP is that healthcare is constantly evolving. She believes there’s always something new to learn and that every new piece of knowledge gives clinicians another opportunity to better serve their patients.

Becoming a CNM gave Vanessa the opportunity to care for women through pregnancy, childbirth and every stage of their reproductive lives. After a few years, she decided to become an FNP, a decision that completely broadened her scope of practice. It allowed her to care for entire families across all stages of life and expand her focus into metabolic health, chronic disease prevention and longevity healthcare. Now, she combines her background in women’s health with a whole-person approach, helping patients understand the root causes of illness and empowering them to take an active role in improving their long-term health.

Vanessa also just recently published her first book, "Metabolic Restoration: Returning to the Foundations of Health." Years of listening to her patients and learning alongside them shaped the book, and it reflects her drive to better educate people about the root causes of chronic disease.

🔗 Read more in the spotlight: https://www.nmnpc.org/page/2026-08Spotlight

🔗 Learn more about Vanessa and schedule an appointment:
https://www.mmclc.org/providers/maria-menanteau-7027551

The Association Women's Group

08/13/2026

Exceptional cancer care takes an exceptional team. Modeling their new vibrant shirts proclaiming “Radiate Hope,” that motto rings true every second of every day at Memorial Medical Radiation Oncology.

From developing individualized treatment plans and delivering radiation therapy to coordinating appointments and providing needed support, each team member plays an important role in ensuring patients receive great care.

Together, they combine expertise, compassion, and advanced technology to deliver quality cancer care close to home. It’s all how we’re specializing in you.

08/13/2026

Thank you to KRWG Public Media's KC Counts for speaking with ENT Joshua Levinger, MD, ahead of this evening's community seminar: "Breathe Easier, Sleep Better: Navigating Life With Sleep Apnea."

🎙️ Check out the interview and learn about advances in sleep apnea in the link below!

➡️ Learn more about Dr. Levinger and schedule an appointment: https://www.mmclc.org/providers/joshua-levinger-7039329

Dr. Joshua Levinger talks with KC Counts about the prevalence of sleep apnea, its harms and treatments.

08/13/2026

It's National Wellness Month, and this is your reminder that taking care of your health doesn't have to be complicated. Walking is one of the simplest ways to support your physical and mental well-being. The best exercise is often the one you can do consistently. How do you like to stay active?

08/12/2026

With our state and nation facing critical blood shortages (especially type O and platelets), our CEO and longtime blood donor Dennis Knox challenges you to donate and make a difference today! Dennis has been donating blood since 1974 and was the first in line at today’s event.

Stop by our blood drive from now until 2 p.m. today in the MMC Annex, located on the west side of our hospital campus. Just a few minutes can help save a life (and today’s drive comes with some great extra perks)!

🩸🅰️🅾️🆎🅱️

MMC Blood Drive Vitalant

08/11/2026

“Christine’s bedside manner was amazing. She was loving, comforting and calming. She saved my life. My little girl has her mama still because of amazing people.”

These incredibly touching words shared in a DAISY Award nomination reflect the extraordinary impact our nurses like Christine Williams have on the lives of patients and their families every day. We are thrilled to honor Christine as our most recent DAISY Award recipient, as she was praised in two different nominations from our Observation Unit.

“She treated my family with so much kindness and genuine care,” a patient’s loved one wrote about Christine, who is an RN Team Leader. “I am so thankful that she was part of our care team.”

Nursing is so much more than clinical expertise and credentials – it’s compassion, heart and the ability to provide comfort during life's most difficult moments. DAISY Award honorees such as Christine embody these qualities and so much more, reminding us what it truly means to care for others.

Thank you, Christine, for your enormous heart and the incredible difference you make every day. Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor!

🌼 Nominate and thank one of our nurses: https://www.mmclc.org/daisy-bee-awards

DAISY Foundation

08/11/2026

🌟 Testimonial Tuesday!🌟

We’re so grateful for the kind words our patients share about their experiences with our amazing team. Your feedback means so much to us and helps us continue to meet the needs of our community.

We’d love to hear from you! Leave us a Google review and help others discover the care you’ve experienced.

👉 https://g.page/r/CRLATHe03-IkEAI/review

08/11/2026

You don't have to fall to break a bone. Stress fractures are tiny cracks in the bone caused by repetitive force like running, jumping or even walking long distances. Many people walk around with one without realizing it. If these symptoms sound familiar to you, talk with your provider. We have orthopedic care that specializes in you with treatment built around your body, your lifestyle and your goals.

08/10/2026

As a new school year begins, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the educators who make a lasting impact far beyond the classroom.

From words of encouragement to lessons that shape our future, everyone has a teacher they’ll never forget. We asked members of the Memorial Medical Center team to share the educator who inspired them and helped shape the person they are today.

To all the teachers and educators welcoming students back, thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the difference you make every single day. Your influence reaches farther than you may ever know.

Who is an educator you’ll always remember? Share their name in the comments and help us celebrate the incredible teachers who inspire future generations.

Las Cruces Public Schools