New Mexico Primary Care Association

10/20/2026

Congratulations Gallup Community Health 👏 👏👏!!!

Gallup Community Health Named Visionary Site of the Year!

We are honored to be recognized by the University of New Mexico School of Medicine as the 2026 Visionary Site of the Year! In a community facing a significant physician shortage, our dedicated providers play a vital role in expanding access to quality healthcare for Gallup and McKinley County. This recognition reflects our commitment to strengthening healthcare in our community while supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals.


Congratulations to our incredible providers and staff who make this possible!

Family Medicine: Dr. Marcie Richmond, Dr. Val Wangler, Caitlynn Barney NP, Erica Marquez NP, Shawnadine Becenti NP, Taylor Ten Pas PA, Dr. Jason Chen, Gwen Sorrell NM, Raelynn Benally NP, Dr. Jessie Lucey, Dr. Christian Mackey, Glen Dopp NP, Dr. Adriann Begay

Internal Medicine: Dr. Gerry Robertson

Pediatrics: Dr. Mary Poel, Dr. Deborah McGrew, Toni Hernandez CPNP

Obstetrics and Gynecology: Dr. Hannah Palm, Dr. Connie Liu

Urologist: Dr. Chris Hoover

Infectious Disease: Dr. Sonya Shin

Behavioral Health: Dr. Jonathan Leggett, Teresa Mitchell LMHC, Michelle Livingston LPCC, Dariquetta Chavez-Lange LMSW, Janene Vaughn LCSW

Dentistry: Dr. Adrian Sandoval

Clinical Pharmacist: Kristy Klinger PharmD

10/16/2026

Join El Pueblo Health Services next Saturday from 11a-2p to celebrate their 50th anniversary!!!

09/30/2026

Everyone be safe with all the rain we're getting. If your health center has been affected in any way, please let the NMPCA know by using the Health Center Status Reporting form that is pinned on our page or email [email protected].

See below for important evacuation information for Hatch, NM

Hatch is now in GO mode.🚨

- LEAVE NOW. Move away from low-lying areas, never drive through flooded roads. Turn Around Don’t Drown.

Evacuation Shelters:
Radium Springs Community Center
📍12060 Lindbeck Rd. Las Cruces, NM 88007
Doña Ana County Community Center
📍5745 Ledesma Dr. Las Cruces, NM 88007

You can find updates here and on our website at DonaAna.gov.

*RINCON, SALEM AND GARFIELD ARE ALSO IN GO MODE.*

09/27/2026

The New Mexico Primary Care Association hosted its annual Out Stationed Enrollment Workers (OEW) Conference on September 24th and 25th, 2026!

The conference provided an opportunity for our hardworking Presumptive Eligibility Determiners to learn about important changes, share best practices, connect with colleagues, and gain valuable resources to better serve our communities.

We were also honored to recognize outstanding Presumptive Eligibility Determiners (PEDs) for their dedication, commitment, and the meaningful impact they make every day.

A heartfelt thank you to all of our hardworking PEDs! Your knowledge, compassion, and dedication make a difference in the lives of the individuals and families you serve. ❤️

We appreciate everything you do for our communities!

09/24/2026

Congratulations to Alina Molinar, Community Outreach Specialist!🎉👏

Alina was recognized at the NMPCA Awards Luncheon, where she received the Medicaid Enrollment Program Excellence Award and was recognized as the top Medicaid enroller in the state of New Mexico! 🏆

We are incredibly proud of Alina and grateful for her dedication to helping individuals and families access the healthcare coverage they need. Her hard work and commitment to the communities we serve truly make a difference every day.

Congratulations, Alina, on this well-deserved statewide recognition! ❤️

09/17/2026

09/02/2026

The New Mexico Primary Care Association extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Val Wangler, CEO of Gallup Community Health, for being recognized as the 2026 Physician of the Year by New Mexico Academy of Family Physicians!

This well-deserved recognition reflects Dr. Wangler's unwavering commitment to patient care, community health, and advancing access to quality healthcare across New Mexico. Through visionary leadership and dedication to serving others, Dr. Wangler continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, families, and communities throughout the state.

We are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement and grateful for the difference Dr. Wangler makes every day!

Visit the link below to see Dr. Hoover's presentation for the award. https://youtube.com/shorts/-bEWefXdZyU?si=wiZG_QPpLmEX5QBl

08/26/2026

Great turnout at Community Health Center Day at The University of New Mexico Medical and Law Bookstore Lobby! 🎉

Thank you to all the students who stopped by to learn more about community health centers, explore career opportunities, and connect with health care professionals serving communities across New Mexico.

A special thank you to the amazing health centers that participated and shared their experiences with students representing a wide range of health career paths. Your commitment to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of health care professionals helps strengthen the future workforce and advance access to quality care throughout our state.

Together, we're building pathways to meaningful careers and healthier communities. 💙

Gallup Community Health First Choice Community Healthcare, Inc. Hidalgo Medical Services El Centro Family Health Las Clinicas del Norte El Pueblo Health Services Presbyterian Medical Services

08/19/2026

We love to see our FQHCs/LALs highlighted for all the hard work they do! Thank you to all our partners around the state!

Amid a boom in patients nationwide, about half of federally funded clinics in New Mexico saw an increase in patients.

08/18/2026

Congratulations Gallup Community Health !! That is a huge accomplishment and we are super proud and happy for you and your community!

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