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Welcome to UNM Health Sciences Center

The University of New Mexico’s Health Sciences Center is New Mexico’s healthcare and academic medicine leader. Our uniquely diverse population is dedicated to making sure New Mexicans in all parts of the state have access to quality, cutting-edge health care when and where they need it. We change lives in our community while forwarding medical research and innovation on a national level.

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What It Means to Be an Academic Medical Center

The UNM Health Sciences Center is New Mexico’s only academic medical center and home to the state’s largest teaching hospital. Academic medical centers play a vital role in advancing health care by providing exceptional patient care, training the next generation of health professionals, and driving research that leads to innovative treatments and cures.

Committed to Education, Care and Research

UNM HSC is advancing knowledge and understanding in the most vital areas of human health, with a focus on the priority health needs of our communities.
  • 1 Million + Patient visits per year
  • 1,700 Clinicians in a range of specialities
  • 2,670 Students enrolled in 2025
  • $161 M+ Research grants awarded
  • $1.6 B Contributed to economy each year

Tier 1 in Best Medical Schools: Primary Care

#7 in Nursing-Midwifery (tie)
#44 in Pharmacy (tie)
#51 in Occupational Therapy (tie)
#53 in Clinical Psychology (tie)
#54 in Speech-Language Pathology (tie)
#89 in Public Health (tie)
#91 in Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice (tie)
#57 in Physical Therapy (tie)
#75 in Physician Assistant (tie)

Tier 3 in Best Medical Schools: Research

#17 in Most Graduates Practicing in Health Professional Shortage Areas
#39 in Most Graduates Practicing in Primary Care (tie)
#63 in Most Graduates Practicing in Rural Areas (tie)

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US News and World Report Awards

New Mexico's Only Dedicated Children's Hospital

UNM Children’s Hospital is the only full-service children’s hospital in the state. We treat your kids as our own.

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UNM Hospital Critical Care Tower Strikes Gold for Sustainability

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This spring, The University of New Mexico Hospital Critical Care Tower (CCT) earned a difficult-to-obtain sustainability certification: LEED Gold. LEED stands for “Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design,” and Gold is the second-highest rating...

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Sharp Shots: New MRI-Linear Accelerator Improves Precision in Radiation Therapy

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:06:00 GMT

For radiation oncologists and their patients, small margins can make a big difference. The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center is among approximately 100 treatment facilities worldwide—and the only one in New Mexico—to offer an...

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Treating Obesity: Bariatric Surgery or GLP-1? UNM SRMC Bariatric Surgeon Weighs In

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:43:00 GMT

From TV to TikTok trends, celebrity speculation to friends and family at home, chatter about weight loss medications is everywhere. Despite the buzz, it can still be a challenge for those struggling with obesity to find the support and treatment that’s...

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Why is Everyone Talking About Cyclospora?

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

If you’ve recently heard the term Cyclospora, you’re not alone. The so-called “explosive diarrhea parasite” is currently exploding online. But just because we’re hearing more about it now does not mean the parasite or the illness it causes are...

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A Strategic Focus on Improving Community Health

UNM plays a vital role in advancing health and health equity for all New Mexicans, adressing housing, education, food, transportation, utilities, income and social inclusion.

The Office for Community Health has developed powerful strategies to touch the lives of individuals, communities, the state, the nation and world.

New Mexico’s Only Level 1 Trauma Center

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