Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Taos, NM
Holy Cross Medical Center has been the cornerstone of healthcare in north-central New Mexico since 1936. Our multidisciplinary team of over 80 physicians and specialists delivers comprehensive care across internal medicine, wound care, dermatology, OB/GYN, orthopedics, general surgery, urology, and a fully staffed emergency department. We prioritize community-centric care, offering personalized services from pediatric wellness to advanced surgical interventions. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our adoption of cutting-edge technologies like the da Vinci 5 surgical robot and specialized programs in foot and ankle care, hand therapy, and women's health.With a focus on accessibility, we ensure residents receive high-quality care locally, avoiding the need for travel. Our team's decades of collective experience, coupled with a mission-driven approach, ensures patients receive compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to their unique needs. We actively engage in public health education, vaccine initiatives, and financial assistance programs to support all members of our community.
Services
Pediatric Care
Orthopedic Surgery
OB/GYN Services
Foot and Ankle Care
Emergency Medicine
Physical Therapy
Wound Care
Dermatology
General Surgery
Women's Health
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ board-certified physicians with expertise in specialized care.
- Our team provides personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- We utilize advanced medical technologies like the da Vinci 5 surgical robot.
- Our community-centric approach ensures local access to comprehensive healthcare.
- We maintain a 24/7 emergency department staffed by experienced professionals.
Services
Pediatric Care
Our pediatric team provides comprehensive care from newborns to teens, including routine checkups, vaccinations, and management of chronic conditions. We specialize in behavioral health support and school-based service coordination. With same-day appointments available for urgent needs, our providers focus on building long-term relationships with families to ensure optimal child development and wellness.
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialized orthopedic services include advanced foot and ankle surgery, total ankle replacements, and bunion corrections. Our board-certified surgeons utilize minimally invasive techniques and treat both traumatic injuries and chronic conditions. Patients benefit from localized care that eliminates the need for travel while receiving nationally recognized surgical expertise and post-operative rehabilitation support.
OB/GYN Services
Comprehensive women's health care spans prenatal services, minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries, and menopause management. Our providers offer da Vinci robotic-assisted procedures and personalized family planning consultations. The program emphasizes preventive care, patient education, and holistic approaches to reproductive health across all life stages.
Foot and Ankle Care
Advanced podiatric services address both common and complex conditions including nerve decompression, diabetic limb salvage, and sports injuries. Our specialists combine surgical expertise with conservative treatment approaches, focusing on pain relief and mobility restoration. The program emphasizes preventive care for high-risk patients with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Physical Therapy
Our certified hand therapists provide specialized rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries and post-surgical recovery. Services include treatment for tendon injuries, arthritis management, and ergonomic workspace adaptations. The program combines traditional physical therapy techniques with occupation-specific rehabilitation to restore functional independence in both work and daily activities.
People
Dr. Veronica Parker
Pediatric Medical Director
Board-certified pediatrician with expertise in child development and behavioral health. Leads Taos Clinic for Children and Youth, focusing on comprehensive care from newborns to teens. Specializes in managing chronic conditions and coordinating school-based health services.
Dr. Robert Leland
Orthopedic Surgeon
Nationally recognized foot and ankle specialist with dual fellowship training. Former Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery at Wayne State University. Expert in total ankle replacements and complex reconstructive procedures, bringing 20+ years of surgical experience to Taos.
Dr. Cydney Siggins
OB/GYN
Comprehensive women's health specialist with advanced robotic surgery training. Focuses on personalized prenatal care and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. Implements patient-centered approaches to family planning and menopause management.
Lisa Crabtree Edmonds
Certified Hand Therapist
Specializes in upper extremity rehabilitation with focus on artists and musicians. Provides post-surgical recovery and ergonomic solutions. Holds certification in hand therapy with expertise treating complex nerve and tendon injuries.
Barbara Lewis
Certified Hand Therapist
35-year occupational therapy veteran specializing in hand therapy. Expert in cumulative trauma disorders and workplace injury rehabilitation. Focuses on returning patients to meaningful daily activities through individualized treatment plans.
Questions
What pediatric services are available in Taos?
Taos Clinic for Children and Youth offers newborn care, adolescent medicine, behavioral health support, and chronic condition management with same-day sick appointments available.
How can I schedule an orthopedic appointment?
Call (575) 737-3422 for orthopedic consultations. A referral is required for all specialist appointments at Holy Cross Medical Center.
Does the medical center accept Medicaid?
Yes, we accept Medicaid and offer financial assistance programs. Our Benefit Navigation Team helps patients maintain insurance coverage.
What women's health services are offered locally?
Services include prenatal care, robotic-assisted gynecologic surgeries, menopause management, and group prenatal care programs all available in Taos.
Are hand therapy specialists available?
Yes, we have two certified hand therapists providing treatment for tendon injuries, arthritis, and post-surgical recovery, the only specialists of this type in Taos.
How does the hospital support chronic disease management?
Our providers specialize in managing conditions like diabetes and cerebral palsy with coordinated care plans, including preventive measures and specialist referrals when needed.