Holy Cross Hospital, Taos

03/30/2026

Today, we celebrate National Doctors Day and recognize the dedicated physicians who serve our community with compassion, skill, and unwavering commitment.

At Holy Cross, our doctors are more than healthcare providers. They are trusted partners in the health and well-being of our patients and families across Taos and Northern New Mexico. Their long hours, thoughtful care, and dedication make a lasting difference every single day.

Thank you to our physicians for your service, your expertise, and the care you bring to our community. We are grateful for all that you do.

03/17/2026

We were honored to host a wonderful educational evening in Taos focused on advancing the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease. The event brought together providers and community members to learn more about the evolving role of coronary CT angiography and Heartflow technology in improving cardiovascular care.

This event also highlighted the important work being led locally by Dr. Tiziano Scarabelli and Carol Chen Scarabelli, NP, whose dedication continues to expand access to advanced heart care for patients in northern New Mexico. With Holy Cross Cardiology now the first program in the state to offer HeartFlow Plaque Analysis, their efforts are helping to bring leading edge cardiovascular diagnostics and innovation to our community.

Learn more: https://holycrossmedicalcenter.org/locations/holy-cross-cardiology/

03/13/2026

Thank you to our amazing Community Health Services Team!

We are pleased to announce that Holy Cross Medical Center's Benefit Navigation program has been awarded a $150,000 grant from the National Council on Aging to expand its free Health Insurance Support program for Taos County.

The funding will help more older adults and people with disabilities access critical benefits that can help lower the cost of prescriptions, Medicare premiums, medical care, and groceries.

HCMC is one of just 90 organizations nationwide, and the only one in New Mexico selected for this grant.

Learn how this program is helping Taos residents get the support they deserve and how you or a loved one can receive free one-on-one assistance. 👉 Read the full story:
https://holycrossmedicalcenter.org/general/holy-cross-medical-center-receives-grant-to-expand-free-health-insurance-support-in-taos/

Pictured are Benefit Navigators Megan Lopez and Mary P Walker

03/11/2026

A huge thank you to the Nusenda Foundation for their continued support of Taos Cancer Support Services!

This year, Nusenda honored TCSS with a $5,000 Community Rewards Grant Award to help us continue providing support, resources, and care to individuals and families in our community affected by cancer. Their generosity goes far beyond this gift. For years they have sponsored our events, volunteered their time, and stood beside us in our mission.

They recently stopped by with a thoughtful thank-you box, pictured here with Christy Elliott, Taos Cancer Support Services Program Coordinator.

Together, we are making a difference for people facing cancer in Taos. Thank you, Nusenda Foundation, for being such an incredible partner!

The power of you.
The power of us.
The power of we.

02/28/2026

It is an honor to recognize Dr. Trinidad de Jesus Arguello for receiving the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from the New Mexico Behavioral Health Planning Council.

This award reflects a lifetime of compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to behavioral health in rural New Mexico. For more than 50 years, Dr. Arguello has served as a dedicated community advocate, with a deep understanding of the needs of marginalized populations and a strong commitment to culturally responsive and bilingual practices, particularly here in Taos County.

As a valued Board Member of Holy Cross Medical Center, Dr. Arguello brings that same passion and insight to our organization. Her leadership strengthens our mission, supports equitable access to care, and helps ensure we remain responsive to the diverse needs of our community.

We are proud to celebrate her well deserved recognition and grateful for her continued service to Holy Cross and the people of Northern New Mexico.

02/19/2026

Holy Cross Medical Center would like to extend its sincere gratitude to the New Mexico Legislature and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for their leadership in establishing the Rural Health Care Practitioner Tax Credit for registered nurses serving in rural hospitals.

This important legislation, which provides eligible rural RNs with an annual tax credit of up to $3,000, represents a meaningful investment in the healthcare professionals who care for some of our state’s most vulnerable and geographically isolated communities. Rural nurses are the cornerstone of hospitals like Holy Cross, delivering high-quality, compassionate care close to home for thousands of New Mexicans.

To date, we have provided 70 letters verifying hours worked for our registered nurses seeking to claim the credit. The strong participation among our nursing staff demonstrates both the value of this program and the tangible difference it is making in supporting and retaining rural healthcare professionals.

We deeply appreciate the Legislature’s and Governor’s continued commitment to strengthening rural healthcare across New Mexico. This tax credit sends a powerful message to our nurses that their dedication, expertise, and service are recognized and valued.

With gratitude,
Holy Cross Medical Center

New Mexico Legislature
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham

01/26/2026

We are proud to celebrate a major milestone for heart care in New Mexico. On January 22, Holy Cross Hospital in Taos successfully completed the first HeartFlow Plaque Analysis procedures in the state. This achievement reflects the collaboration of our cardiology team, including Dr. Tiziano Scarabelli and Carol Chen-Scarabelli, along with the dedicated work of our radiology and imaging department and the trust of the two patients who participated. Bringing this advanced, noninvasive technology to Taos is another example of Holy Cross’ ongoing commitment to providing the best care possible for our rural community, close to home.

01/24/2026

The Holy Cross Labor and Delivery team is proud to welcome the first New Year’s baby for 2026, Natalia Cabrera, born on January 5th at 8:21 pm.

Congratulations to parents Victoria Fernandez and Jose Cabrera on the arrival of their beautiful daughter. We also congratulate big sister Catalina Cabrera on welcoming her new baby sister.

Thank you to the Cabrera family for trusting Holy Cross to support you during such a meaningful moment. We wish your family health, happiness, and a wonderful year ahead as you begin this new chapter together.

01/14/2026

Holy Cross Medical Center is proud to support Taos High School’s Mariachi El Tigre as they prepare for an unforgettable performance opportunity at the Symphony of Magic Invitational at Disney's California Adventure Park 🎶✨

This talented group of students has been invited to showcase their music on a professional stage, gaining invaluable experience and representing our community with pride. They are still seeking additional support to make this journey possible.

If you’re interested in helping, please reach out to Martin Roaque, Music Director, at Taos High School: (575) 751-8000. Every bit of support helps these students take the stage and shine.

01/08/2026

At Holy Cross Hospital, patient feedback plays a vital role in improving care for our community. By reviewing patient experience data each month, hospital leaders identify what is working and where changes can make a difference. Recently, Holy Cross Hospital reported strong improvement across all ten inpatient experience measures in September and October, with scores exceeding state benchmarks. These insights help care teams strengthen communication, responsiveness, and coordination from admission through discharge, ensuring patients and families receive the highest quality care guided by the voices of those we serve.

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Holy Cross Hospital has reported recent improvements in patient experience measures and sepsis care outcomes, according to internal quality data and hospital leadership. The results reflect changes in monitoring practices, clinical workflows, and coordination across departments, with a focus on pati...

12/29/2025

Please note that as of January 4th, 2026, the Holy Cross Hospital Lab will be closed on Sundays. The new Lab hours are:
- Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 6:00pm
- Sat 7:00am - noon
- Closed Sundays

12/24/2025

We are seeing an increase in respiratory illnesses such as Influenza within the community so at this time Holy Cross will be implementing visitor restrictions. Visitor restrictions are in place to ensure patient, visitor and employee safety.

While the restrictions are in effect, children 12 and under, as well as anyone with cold and flu-like symptoms are restricted from visiting the Holy Cross Medical Center unless they are seeking care. If you are experiencing the following symptoms when seeking care, please put on a mask available at patient entrances to help protect others during your visit:

· Fever
· Cough
· Sore Throat
· Runny Nose
· Nasal Congestion

If you are not experiencing these symptoms and visiting a loved one in the hospital, please remember to wash or sanitize your hands frequently to avoid getting sick or getting someone else sick and wear a mask while in the facility.

Thank you for understanding.