Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Center
The ALS Center at the University of New Mexico serves people with motor neuron disease in not only New Mexico, but in west Texas, southern Colorado, and eastern Arizona. We are one of just 5 certified centers in the United States sponsored by the Muscular Dystrophy Association as well as the ALS Association. We are also an ALSA Certified Center, coordinating care with our multi-disciplinary team approach to comprehensive care in a single appointment.
The ALS Center at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center is the only facility in New Mexico to provide comprehensive care for ALS patients. In a single appointment, patients are attended by skilled professionals in the following areas:
- Neuromuscular Nurse - Oversees and monitors patient care both in and between clinic visits, coordinates research projects, and works with community agencies and insurance for your care.
- Speech Therapy - Suggests appropriate exercises for swallowing; monitors need for and provides assistive equipment.
- Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy - Provides new approaches to managing tasks of daily life.
- Nutrition - Evaluates diet for optimum health and energy.
- Social Work - Assists with community and support services.
- Respiratory Therapy - Maintains watch on pulmonary functions; adjustments to respiratory equipment.
- Neurologist/Neuromuscular Specialist - Focuses on evidence-based care and treatment, with over 14 years of specialized training and experience in ALS.