General Practitioners

• Arthritis
• Nutritional Counseling
  We ask if you would like to eat at the same time as the patient you are visiting you order 45 minutes ahead of time. If you have any questions about guest meals, you may call the Nutrition Services Department 736-8325.  From within the hospital, simply dial extension 1771.
• Pediatric Care
• Primary Care
  Artesia General Hospital provides a full range of primary medical services to adults and children in both Artesia and Carlsbad. Your primary care provider is the first person you turn to when you need medical care. That’s why it is important to have a provider who knows you and your medical history—a person you can trust to take care of you when you are sick or injured, and someone to be your trusted partner in helping you maintain wellness and a healthy lifestyle.
• Family Practice
  Assisting Dr. Salgado in the Memorial Family Practice are a talented team of advanced practitioners who work tirelessly with our nurses and support staff to assist you or your family member.
• Emergency Care
  Artesia General Hospital cannot address a medical emergency through this form. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
• Colonoscopy
• Infectious Diseases
  Handwashing: Frequent, thorough handwashing is one of the most effective things you can do to avoid catching infectious diseases, so it’s always a good practice.
• Flu Shots
• Electrocardiogram
  You will be asked to remove your clothes from the waist up and put on a gown and lie on an examination table on your left side.  Electrodes (small, flat sticky patches) will be placed on your chest to monitor the EKG during the test.  You may be asked to breathe in a certain way or to roll over onto your back.
• Immunizations
  Our commitment to you hasn’t changed. We are still your destination for health, and your partner for life, and we’ve made sure you will be safe seeking care from us. So whether you’re overdue for an immunization, a cancer screening, blood sugar testing or a routine physical, you can trust that Artesia General Hospital is as safe as it has ever been.

Gynecologists

• Gynecology
• Menopause
• Pelvic Pain
• Pregnancy

Internists

• Internal Medicine
  We have the experience and expertise to help patients of all ages live healthier lives. Our team of skilled professionals is comprised of board-certified Family Practice physician Joe P. Salgado, MD as well as internal medicine physician Edward Neil McKenzie, MD.
• Urology
  Patients who come to Artesia General Hospital find a level of excellence in a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services. We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques and innovative programs in a variety of areas that include our Bone and Joint Destination Center, Urology, Cardiology, 24/7 Emergency Medicine, a full range of Radiology procedures, Orthopedics and Behavioral Services.  We also provide healthcare for the entire family through Memorial Family Practice and our specialists.
• Endoscopy
  One visitor may accompany the patient to the Preoperative area if they need caregiver support prior to surgery.
• Lung Cancer

Psychiatrists

• Depression
• Mental Health
  The New Mexico Crisis and Access Line is available 24/7 to support individuals and families experiencing emotional crisis, mental health, or substance use concerns. Call 855.662.7474 or learn more about their Peer-to-Peer Warmline.
• Behavioral Health
  One out of every five individuals will experience a mental disorder that disrupts their life. With proper medical attention and emotional support, most behavioral health issues can be successfully treated.
• Anxiety

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
  There is a lot more to treating diabetes than just keeping your blood sugar at a healthy level. Adding a doctor with special training in helping people with diabetes and hormonal disorders to your diabetes care team will help to ensure you’re managing your disease in the best possible way.
• Endocrinology
  The Endocrinology Clinic at Artesia General Hospital offers treatment for a range of endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal and pituitary diseases. Our comprehensive diagnostic services allow us to focus on early diagnosis and state-of-the-art medical and surgical treatments tailored to your specific needs.
• Thyroid

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Recognized as a top radiology facility for meeting requirements for equipment, medical personnel and quality assurance. Our Radiology department is accredited with special recognition for Computed Tomography (CT), Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Cardiology, Nuclear Medicine and Ultrasound.
• MRI
  The Carlsbad Open MRI & Imaging Center, an Outpatient Department of Artesia General Hospital, offers superior imaging services in a friendly, patient-centered environment. Our state-of-the-art technology helps your physician diagnose a wide range of medical conditions both quickly and accurately.
• Radiology
  Artesia General Hospital is also proud to offer the only lung cancer screening facility in our area accredited by the American College of Radiology. Our low-dose CT test can detect even tiny tumors before lung cancer symptoms develop—significantly improving chances for successful treatment. Learn more about Lung Cancer Screening.
• X-Rays
• Nuclear Medicine
• Mammography
  Women’s Services at Artesia General Hospital covers a range of both inpatient and outpatient programs, focused on helping women throughout their lifetime. We are committed to providing personalized, innovative health care to women through prevention and detection using a wide array of diagnostic services that include 3D mammography, bone density testing and gynecological services.
• Computed Tomography
  Calcium scoring is a quick and painless CT scan that allows a technologist to identify build-ups of plaque (made of fat, calcium and other substances) that can accumulate and eventually narrow or even block arteries. The results of this test will help you and your primary care physician identify your risk and develop a plan to keep your heart healthy.
• Chemotherapy

Surgeons

• General Surgery
  You’re in good hands with Artesia General Hospital, and with general surgeon Michael D. Mann, MD. A former Air Force doctor, Dr. Mann has 30+ years of experience performing general surgery procedures—but he also understands that no surgery is “routine” to his patients. He’ll always take the time to talk through the entire process, from initial consultation to post-procedure check-up.
• Orthopedics
  While orthopedics has branched out to include every aspect of the musculoskeletal system, the “Tree of Andry,” which Andry used to illustrate his text, is still used worldwide as a symbol of the specialty. It depicts a crooked tree tied to a strong post to encourage it to grow straight – a metaphor for the correction of deformities in children.
• Wound Care
• Joint Replacement
  There may come a time when your knee or hip pain reduces the quality of your life. Everyday activities, such as walking, shopping, or housework can become difficult or unbearable. Taking part in favorite hobbies such as golf or bowling may be a thing of the past because conservative measures like diet, exercise and medications no longer provide pain relief. If this describes your situation, it may be time to consider joint replacement.
• Vasectomy
• Hip Replacement
  “I had needed hip surgery for several years, but I couldn’t find a doctor willing to do it because my surgery would be much more complicated. So I was living in pain until I was referred to Dr. Wan. He did my total hip replacement surgery at Artesia General Hospital. And to my amazement, everyone in the hospital treated me like family. The nurses, physical therapists and occupational therapists, were all there to help me and teach me. I can honestly tell anyone who needs a new hip to get it. Everybody was the best. Thanks.”
• Knee Replacement
  Because hip and knee replacement surgeries are the most successful medical procedures performed today, most surgeries have no complications. When complications do arise, most can be successfully treated. Infection, blood clots and nerve damage are the most serious complications.
• Laparoscopy

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox
  Appointments for Botox® and dermal fillers are currently on hold. We hope to resume these services in the spring. Thank you for your understanding.
• Brow Lift
  Botox is an FDA-approved purified protein that’s injected into wrinkles to help flatten the muscles that cause forehead lines, crow’s feet and smoker’s wrinkles around the lips. It can also ease migraines and excessive sweating. New techniques with Botox include the “Nefertiti Neck Lift” and “Botox Brow Lift.”
• Neck Lift
• Bariatric Surgery
  Susan provides counseling for all nutrition-related issues, including obesity, celiac disease, chronic kidney (renal) disease, pre-bariatric surgery, failure to thrive and diverticulitis.

Dermatologists

• Lesions

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
• Physical Therapy
  Your care team will work with you and your family to build a personalized discharge plan. Most patients are able to recover in the comfort of their own homes and will continue therapy at an outpatient physical therapy facility three days a week. You will continue your exercises at home that you learned during your hospital stay. These will need to be done twice a day every day. Other patients will continue their rehabilitation at a skilled nursing or short-term rehab facility where their medical needs can be monitored. Your Joint Care Coordinator helps make all transitions before, during and after surgery run smoothly for a better outcome.
• Occupational Therapy
  You and your coach will participate in post-op physical and occupational therapy group sessions in the Activity Room.

Podiatrists

• General Podiatry

Allergists

• Allergies