Champions for Wellness

Shirley discusses diabetes education and general nutrition along with our new service line, Champion Diabetes and Nutrition. She is looking forward to using her experience to enhance the services at Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center and expand community access.

The Fracture Liaison Service is a care coordinated, multispecialty service championed by Orthopaedic Surgery. Our liasions utilize the support of local health care providers as well as Champion Orthopaedics to coordinate with your primary care physician to improve your quality of bone health and clinical outcome.

Denise Giroux, Registered Dietitian & Diabetes Educator with Champion Diabetes and Nutrition Service, a department of Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center, discusses diabetes education to help our community understand the importance on making lifestyle changes to improve and manage their A1C and blood sugar control and help prevent complications.

Dr. Sugimoto (General Surgeon) talks about the bariatric surgery procedure. Dr. Sugimoto explains who are the best candidates, what the surgery involves, and the benefits of it. For more information on Dr. Sugimoto

Champion Orthopaedics High-Quality Orthopaedic Care Providing Exceptional Service to Patients in New Mexico Champion Orthopaedics is proud to serve patients in Alamogordo, NM and surrounding communities, bringing patients the latest advances in orthopaedic care. We offer a full range of orthopaedic treatment options, including joint replacement, sports medicine, fracture and trauma care, osteoporosis treatment, and physical therapy and rehabilitation. At Champion Orthopaedics, we believe that open communication, personal attention, and shared decision-making are critical for all of our patients. We strive to provide exceptional care by getting to know you as a partner in your care. Our comprehensive physical examinations include onsite digital imaging services to ensure you get an accurate diagnosis. Our board certified orthopaedic surgeons will then develop a treatment plan that helps you return to your favorite activities as quickly and safely as possible. Our expert surgeons and staff are here for you throughout the entire care process, and are happy to answer any questions you may have along the way. We look forward to helping you!

Dr. Ortega (Site Director, GCRMC Family Medicine Residency Program) and Dr. Hiatt (PGY-1 Resident, Family Medicine) talk about the Family Medicine Residency program and the residents experience.

Ms. Duran (Respiratory Therapist) talks about pulmonary rehabilitation. Ms. Duran explains what is pulmonary rehabilitation, the benefits of it and what actually occurs when someone comes into a session.

Dr. Abood talks about Advanced Wound Care. Dr. Abood discusses what Advanced Wound Care is, the types of wounds that require treatment, and how to prevent a chronic wound.

Dr. Boulware talks about the cardiology services including a 24-hour cardiac cath lab at Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center. Dr. Boulware explains the purpose of the 24-hour cath lab, the services that it provides, and how it helps the patients of the Alamogordo area.

After a serious medical event, a stay in our inpatient rehabilitation center will help you get back home sooner and with greater independence. The Rehabilitation Center of Alamogordo is an inpatient rehabilitation facility designed to meet your medical and rehabilitative needs. As a CARF-accredited facility, we maintain the highest quality of care you will find in the region

Charlotte DuBois CNP, at Champion Weight Management Solutions, discusses weight loss, the challenges that people find, and how to overcome them. Ms. DuBois talks about success stories and tips on how to incorporate healthy and affordable foods.