Los Alamos Medical Center

Los Alamos Medical Center Los Alamos Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Los Alamos Medical Center is the only hospital in Los Alamos County and is the major healthcare provider for Northern New Mexico. Our 47-bed acute care facility has been providing quality and compassionate emergency care, surgical care, inpatient and outpatient services to the communities of Northern New Mexico for over 70 years. Other services include 24/7 emergency room, mother and baby, urology

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05/28/2026

If you or someone you know experiences any of these symptoms, contact emergency services right away. Specializing in you means helping you recognize the signs of stroke and act quickly when every second matters. May is Stroke Awareness Month, and knowing the symptoms can make all the difference.

Los Alamos Medical Center is proud to announce that Julia Kilcer, RN, Clinical Educator, has been recognized as our hosp...
05/22/2026

Los Alamos Medical Center is proud to announce that Julia Kilcer, RN, Clinical Educator, has been recognized as our hospital’s 2026 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of Lifepoint Health’s facilities who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded. The award is considered the highest honor a Lifepoint employee can receive.

Julia has been the Clinical Educator at LAMC since August 2024, and while she shines brightly in that role, she is equally known across the hospital for her selfless willingness to do whatever it takes to put patients first and deliver excellent care. Her approachability and expertise make her the hospital’s “go-to” for clinical, procedural, and policy questions. She is both patient and kind, endearing her to all staff across varying skill levels.

“In her time at our hospital, Julia has been an exemplary role model and exhibits all of our core values in her role through her skills, kindness, compassion and positive attitude,” said Bob Singletary, LAMC interim chief executive officer. “I cannot say enough about Julia’s many contributions to our facility and community – including during those unseen times on nights and weekends. She is truly deserving of this prestigious honor.”

“Julia puts the facility, patients and community first, before her own personal needs,” a colleague’s award recommendation letter reads. “She takes her role as a nurse extremely seriously, and goes back to the foundation of nursing, ‘Care for those in need.’”

Congratulations, Julia!

Read more: https://www.losalamosmedicalcenter.com/news/2026/05/22/julia-kilcer-2026-mercy-award-winner

We are very pleased to announce that Michael H. Covert, FACHE, has been appointed chief executive officer of Los Alamos ...
05/21/2026

We are very pleased to announce that Michael H. Covert, FACHE, has been appointed chief executive officer of Los Alamos Medical Center, effective June 15. Covert will replace Bob Singletary, who has been serving as our interim CEO since March.

Covert brings decades of healthcare leadership experience with a strong focus on community access, quality of care, and collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and local partners. He has led hospitals and health systems across the country, helping organizations grow services, strengthen operations and quality, and meet the evolving needs of the communities they serve.

Covert recently served as chief operations officer at Northeast Georgia Health System, where he supported day-to-day operations for a five-hospital system, expanded key clinical service lines, and improved care coordination and patient flow. His career also includes senior leadership roles at CHI St. Luke’s Health System in Texas, Palomar Health in California, Washington Hospital Center, and Sarasota Memorial Health System.

“Michael is a seasoned healthcare leader whose career reflects a deep commitment to patients, caregivers, physicians, and the communities his hospitals have served,” said Linda Daly, chair of the LAMC Board of Trustees.” We are confident his experience and operational acumen will help Los Alamos Medical Center continue to meet our community’s needs today and into the future.”

Covert holds a Master of Health Administration from Washington University School of Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Washington University School of Business in St. Louis, Missouri, and is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Please join us in welcoming Michael to LAMC and our community!

Fernando Garcia knows that pride, hard work, heart, and an infectious attitude go a long way in life. And it’s paying di...
05/19/2026

Fernando Garcia knows that pride, hard work, heart, and an infectious attitude go a long way in life. And it’s paying dividends in more ways than one.

Fernando is thrilled to share that the Santa Fe Indian School boys basketball team he helps coach and has invested so much in has landed on a national stage. The Braves were recently invited to compete in the national Section 7 Native Qualifiers basketball tournament in Mesa, Ariz., scheduled for June 9-11. Only 16 Native American high school teams in the entire country are invited to play in this the prestigious tournament.

“It means the world to me to see my boys get the opportunity and recognition that they deserve,” Fernando said.

In addition to enjoying such a historically momentous season on the court, Fernando also recently celebrated his promotion to LAMC’s Director of Nutrition Services. He takes great pride in adding position that to his existing title of Executive Chef.

“I love how my job allows me to be me and it shows in my cooking. I also love interacting with patients, co-workers, and the community,” the native of Española said.

Way to go, Fernando!

➡️ Read more about Fernando in our newest Employee Spotlight: https://www.losalamosmedicalcenter.com/news/2026/05/19/employee-spotlight-Fernando-Garcia

Life can change in an instant, and when it does, our EMS heroes are there. This National Emergency Medical Services Week...
05/19/2026

Life can change in an instant, and when it does, our EMS heroes are there. This National Emergency Medical Services Week, we honor the EMTs, paramedics and all first responders whose quick action and dedication save lives every day. Thank you for all that you do for our community!

How well do your lungs work? We can help you find out at our cutting-edge Pulmonary Function Testing Lab (PFT) at Los Al...
05/18/2026

How well do your lungs work? We can help you find out at our cutting-edge Pulmonary Function Testing Lab (PFT) at Los Alamos Medical Center. The lab is operated by a dedicated respiratory therapist and overseen by experienced pulmonologist Michael A. Lucia, MD.

PFT uses include:
⚬ Diagnosing lung disease, COPD, chronic asthma, and long COVID
⚬ Monitoring chronic lung conditions and the effects of smoking
⚬ Assessing and measuring environmental exposures
⚬ Tracking treatment progress

Please note that a referral is required.

🫁 Call 505.661.9211 to schedule or learn more, or visit https://www.losalamosmedicalcenter.com/pulmonology-sleep-medicine/pulmonary-function-testing-lab

We had a blast celebrating this Hospital Week and hope you enjoy a look at some of our favorite highlights!From those pr...
05/16/2026

We had a blast celebrating this Hospital Week and hope you enjoy a look at some of our favorite highlights!

From those providing direct patient care to the many team members working behind the scenes, every role is essential in helping us care for our community 24/7/365.

Their compassion, dedication and teamwork make a difference each and every day, and we are grateful for all they do to keep care moving forward.

Thank you to our entire team for your commitment to the patients, families and communities we serve. 💙

05/15/2026

This Hospital Week, we’re celebrating the heart behind healthcare.💙

We asked a few of our team members: “What does working in healthcare mean to you?” Their answers reflect the compassion, dedication, and purpose they bring to our patients and community every day.

Thank you to all of the incredible employees at LAMC for the difference you make each day. Happy Hospital Week!

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