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Region’s highest-certified hospital; only Level 1 Trauma center; only Joint Commission-designated comprehensive stroke center, highest maternal care. We will always try to find you the information you are looking for or refer you to the right office or person. If you have questions about UMC operations, please call us (915) 544-1200. Any comments that do not pertain specifically to patient care may be removed at our discretion. Use of profanity is not allowed and will be removed. Repeat occurrences will be subject to being banned from our page.

11/24/2025

Did you know? According to the American Cancer Society, only 1 in 5 eligible individuals in the U.S. are screened for lung cancer.

This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, UMC is committed to helping our community access life-saving screenings.

UMC's Endoscopy Team recently hosted a lung cancer screening awareness event, where community members learned who is eligible for screening and how to schedule an appointment. Early detection is critical, and we helped attendees assess their eligibility and set up screening appointments.

The American Cancer Society recommends a yearly low-dose CT (LDCT) scan for people aged 50–80 who smoke or used to smoke. If you or a loved one qualifies, don’t wait; early detection saves lives.

Texas Tech Health El Paso

11/21/2025

Supporting Patients Every Step of the Way.

Meet Lourdes Garibay, Health Unit Coordinator/Certified Nursing Assistant (HUC/CNA) at UMC!

Lourdes supports both the clinical and administrative sides of patient care. She manages admissions, organizes charts, and handles the paperwork that keeps the unit running smoothly.

Her favorite part of her work is assisting with discharges, helping patients complete paperwork, answering their questions, and ensuring they feel supported as they transition home.

Thank you, Lourdes, for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping patients every step of the way!

11/21/2025

UMC was proud to welcome the El Paso Chamber Leadership Class 46 today!

UMC President and CEO, Jacob Cintron, greeted the group and shared insights about the strides we’re making in healthcare.

Class attendees had the opportunity to learn about several exciting developments, including:

• The El Paso Burn Center – with plans moving forward to bring life-saving, specialized burn care to our region.
• The region’s first ECMO life-support program, introduced here at UMC to give critically ill patients a lifeline closer to home.
• A full upgrade to Da Vinci 5 surgical robots, making UMC the first teaching hospital in Texas to offer the most advanced tools for minimally invasive procedures.

Participants also toured our Emergency and Trauma Department, Labor & Delivery Unit, and helipad.

As the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, UMC is proud to demonstrate our unwavering commitment to elevating healthcare standards and expanding access to world-class, compassionate care, right here at home.

11/20/2025

🎥 UMC Sports Rehab Featured on Daytime on KFOX14

Our specialized Sports Rehab facility is helping athletes regain mobility, rebuild strength, and reach their goals, on and off the field.

Daytime host Aaron Gonzalez joined in on the action, trying exercises with El Paso’s first board-certified sports physical therapist, Bianca Vigliante!

Watch the full segment to see how personalized care at UMC is making a difference in the El Paso community!

For more information, visit umcelpaso.org/SportsRehab

11/19/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month 💙

UMC is proud to highlight our Ion Robot Bronchoscopy technology, which enables detection at the earliest stages of the disease, stage one, where tumors are small enough to be surgically removed, significantly improving the chances of successful treatment.

The minimally invasive procedure uses a highly flexible robotic arm to guide the bronchoscope, enhancing both navigation and imaging capabilities. It allows for the precise collection of tissue samples from hard to reach areas while minimizing the risk of complications.

This lifesaving tool, when it comes to cancer treatment and detection, offers hope for earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.

Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso

11/19/2025

National Injury Prevention Day ⭐💚

Tonight, the star on the mountain will shine green in honor of National Injury Prevention Day.

According to the Injury Free Coalition for Kids, a preventable injury-related death occurs every two minutes in the U.S. Even more staggering, 62 million Americans seek medical care for an injury each year. Preventable injuries are the number one cause of death for Americans ages 1–44, including those related to poisoning (largely overdoses), falls, and motor vehicle crashes.

As the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, UMC is committed to raising awareness and helping prevent serious injuries.

At UMC, we care for El Paso.

Injury Free Coalition for Kids
BorderRAC

11/17/2025

Honoring our extraordinary nurses!

Congratulations to our 2025 Third Quarter DAISY Award winners: Hugo Corral, RN III, CVICU; Jackelyn Castanon, RN II, ASC West; Rachele Vazquez Morales, RN (NRP) Surgical/Telemetry.

The DAISY Award is given to extraordinary nurses in honor of the outstanding work they do. They are nominated by patients who received care at our hospital.
DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System, and it was established by the DAISY Foundation in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who died at age 33 of an autoimmune disease.

These recipients demonstrate exceptional compassionate care for our patients.

We are honored to have these exceptional nurses as part of our organization.

Thank you for all you do every day!

11/14/2025

Behind Every Prescription.

Meet Arizay Rodriguez, a dedicated Purchasing Specialist for Pharmacy West at UMC!

Arizay has been part of the UMC family for three years, helping ensure our pharmacy team has the medications and supplies they need to care for patients. Her role plays a vital part in keeping things running smoothly.

She says she enjoys being able to help patients receive critical medication and working with her team.

Thank you, Arizay, for your compassion, teamwork, and commitment to making a difference for our patients and your colleagues every day!

11/14/2025

World Diabetes Day🌎

Dr. Juan Castillo, UMC Endocrinologist, joined KTSM 9 News to shed light on the factors contributing to our community’s higher risk for diabetes.

He explained that Hispanic individuals have a higher genetic predisposition to the disease, and here in El Paso, lifestyle, diet, and cultural influences further contribute to elevated diabetes rates.

However, Dr. Castillo shares that positive lifestyle changes can make a real difference.

“Lifestyle has a lot to do with it, and in my experience, I see patients changing for the better when they adhere to a diabetic diet and modify their physical activity,” said Dr. Castillo

According to the El Paso Center for Diabetes, here in El Paso, the diabetes prevalence is even higher than the national percentage at 13.9% among adults, or roughly 94,000 people.

On World Diabetes Day, we remain committed to raising awareness and supporting our community with the resources needed to prevent, manage, and improve outcomes for those living with diabetes.

To watch Dr. Castillo's full interview, click here:
https://www.ktsm.com/news/dr-juan-castillo-live-with-ktsm-9-news-anchor-andy-morgan/

KTSM 9 News
El Paso Center for Diabetes

11/13/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month 🫁

Dr. Landy Luna Diaz, Pulmonary Critical Care Attending at UMC and Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at TTUHSC El Paso, recently spoke with KVIA ABC-7 to shed light on the importance of lung cancer awareness and screening.

According to the Lung Cancer Awareness Movement Coalition, “if you have lungs, you can get lung cancer.” More than 2.2 million people worldwide are diagnosed each year, and about 20% of those cases occur in people with no history of smoking.

Dr. Luna Diaz emphasizes that smoking is not the only cause of lung cancer. Genetics, occupational exposures, environmental pollutants, and even where you live can all play a role in increasing risk.

She encourages the community to pay attention to early warning signs and to get screened regularly, since early detection significantly improves the chances of successful treatment and recovery.

“The earlier you get your diagnosis, the easier it’s going to be for you to be cured instead of just controlling the disease with chemotherapy,” Dr. Luna Diaz adds. “Our first goal is to catch it early, diagnose and cure people at earlier stages, and help them live more functional lives.”

🎥 Watch Dr. Luna Diaz’s full interview on KVIA to learn more about early detection and prevention this Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

https://kvia.com/news/top-stories/2025/11/06/lung-cancer-risk-factors-in-the-borderland/

Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso

11/12/2025

Celebrating those who go above and beyond every day! 🌟

Congratulations to our most recent recipients of the STARS Award. These Associates have been recognized for their excellent performance and dedication to our patients.

The 2025 fourth-quarter winners of our STARS Award are:

Juana Vargas – Film Clerk / Receptionist, Mammography

Luis Dimaguila – RN Critical Care, UMCSH Emergency Department

Patricia “Patty” Ortiz – Systems Analyst, Materials Management

Ray Ramirez – Journeyman Plumber, Engineering

Sarah Garcia – Certified Medical Assistant, NHC Far East

We thank you for the difference you make in our community and the lives of your fellow UMC colleagues!

11/11/2025

Veterans Day ⭐🇺🇸

Today, we proudly honor our veterans, celebrating their service to our nation and their continued dedication to the El Paso community.

We are deeply grateful for your courage, sacrifice, and commitment.

Happy Veterans Day to all who have served and continue to serve our country!

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