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Features on patient experiences, recovery stories, and testimonials that can offer hope and information to others.
Stroke Survivors Highlight the Importance of Support During Recovery
Recovering from a stroke often involves much more than medical treatment. For many survivors, the journey continues through…
How UMC’s ECMO Program Is Transforming Critical Care in El Paso
One year ago, University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) launched a program that would change the future…
Forced to seek treatment elsewhere, burn survivor reflects on the city’s need for burn center
Diane Vasquez was at her northeast home in 2011 when an undetected gas leak in the garage caused…
From Tragedy to Triumph: Master Sgt. Mitchell Cross’s Journey Back to Duty
In 2023, Master Sgt. Mitchell Cross, a soldier stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas, faced a life-altering moment when…
Celebrating Strength and Recovery During Stroke Awareness Month
Enrique and Thelma Gonzalez are well-known and cherished members of the Neuro ICU team at UMC of El…
Celebrating a Century of Life: Happy 100th Birthday to Margarita Alvarez
At UMC, we recently had the honor of celebrating a truly special milestone, Margarita Alvarez’s 100th birthday. This…
The Miraculous Journey Of Jaclyn Pellicote At UMC
Your generous donations are transforming lives at University Medical Center (UMC), enabling us to acquire essential equipment and…