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Medical Directory A list of health care providers in Taos County
Health Insurance Exchange: FAQ
Patient satisfaction directly linked to hospital reimbursements
Dr. Mark Niemiec: Giving back to the community Robin Martin
Owner
Chris Baker
Publisher
Chris Wood
Advertising Manager Joan Livingston
Editor
Andy Jones
Special Sections Editor
Ray Seale
Veterans returning to wholeness through mindful yoga and meditation
The cardinal rules of healing
From diagnosis to ‘lookin’ good’:What’s new in optometry
Healing, health, and wellness in Northern New Mexico
Production, Technology & Web Director Jennifer Taphorn
Advertising Production Manager Jennifer Taphorn Julie Osmanski Sally Brooks
Graphic Design Sally Brooks
Cover Design
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226 Albright St. • Taos, NM 87571 575-758-2241 The stories in The Taos News’ 2014-2015 Medical and Wellness Directory are written by local health care professionals and represent a wide spectrum of opinions and practices. The viewpoints of the authors are strictly their own and are not endorsed by The Taos News.
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P HYSICIANS The wide majority of physicians MD/DO in this directory maintain hospital privileges
at Holy Cross Hospital and/or St. Vincent Hospital. However patients needing hospital services should contact each physician to verify if they have current hospital privileges.
ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY
EMERGENCY ROOM
JACK S. GARLAND, MD
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL EMERGENCY DEPT.
Holy Cross Hospital 1397 Weimer Road, Taos
758-8883
CARDIOLOGY ISMAIL GEILAN, MD LUIS CONSTANTIN, MD
1399 Weimer Road, Suite 200, Taos
758-2224
NEW MEXICO HEART INSTITUTE 835-A Spruce St., Española 2085 South Pacheco, Santa Fe 502 Elm St., Albuquerque 2237 Trinity Dr., Unit B, Los Alamos 105 Mills Ave., Las Vegas 200 Hospital Dr., Raton
800-262-8012 nmhi.com
COLONOSCOPY & UPPER ENDOSCOPY TAOS SURGICAL SPECIALTIES HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL Aiden O’Rourke, MD Ryan Murphy, DO 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 600, Taos
758-3141 or 751-0334
Per Bjorkman, MD Haywood Hall, MD Michael Howard, MD Linda Lynch, MD Paul Mikkelson, MD Jonathan Rudolf, MD Jennifer Siegel, MD Daniel Caplin, DO Abraham Balsamo, PA Beatrice Balsamo, PA Christa Castro, PA Alan Walker, PA Martha Miller, CNP 1397 Weimer Road, Taos
758-8883
ENDOCRINOLOGIST EL CENTRO FAMILY HEALTH CLINICS PEÑASCO MEDICAL CLINIC Amanda Goertz, MD David Gould, PA 15136 State Road 75, Peñasco
587-2205 ecfh.org
FAMILY PRACTICE EL CENTRO FAMILY HEALTH CLINICS PEÑASCO MEDICAL CLINIC
FAMILY PRACTICE ASSOCIATES OF TAOS
Christian Killer, MD Lucas Schreiber, MD 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 150, Taos
758-3005
DERMATOLOGY/ FACIAL AESTHETICS MARSHALL REICH, MD FACS
Debra Reich, Paramedical Aesthetician Northstar Plaza, Suite 67B, El Prado
James Cardasis, DO 15136 State Road 75, Peñasco
587-2205 ecfh.org
EMBUDO MEDICAL CLINIC 2243 State Road 68, Rinconada
505-579-4255
EL CENTRO FAMILY HEALTH CLINIC, RAHC 2010 Industrial Park Road, Española
776-8332
505-753-7395
RAMON SANCHEZ, MD
BOND MEDICAL CLINIC
1399 Weimer Road, Suite 200, Taos
711 Bond St., Española
779-0361
505-753-9503
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
TAOS MEDICAL CLINIC
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL Paul Johnson, MD Gary LaMotte, MD Samuel Moses, MD Peter Selzer, MD John Whitaker, MD Michael Romero, RPA 1397 Weimer Road, Taos
Alfredo Vigil, MD Barbara Troy, MD Gina Balsamo, PA Nancy Campbell, CNP Lee Trivino, CNP 1331 Gusdorf Road, Taos
758-3601
758-8883
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CIMARRON HEALTHCARE CLINIC Abbie Laursen, MD Eddie Baldwin, PA-C 356 9th St., Unit C, Cimarrón
INTERNAL MEDICINE TAOS MEDICAL GROUP
575-376-2402
FAMILY PRACTICE ASSOCIATES OF TAOS Delores Endres, MD Christian Killer, MD Alana Benjamin, MD Larry Schreiber, MD Lucas Schreiber, MD Marc Steinberg, MD Ellen Warren, MD Abraham Balsamo, PA-C Charles Bonfanti, PA-C Marty Schantz, PA-C Sandra Hamilton, CFNP Beverly Teagle, CFNP 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
Erin Doherty, MD Jemery Kaufman, MD Michael Kaufman, MD Robert White, MD Debra Van Willigen, MD Marcia Beatty, CFNP 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 200, Taos
758-2224
LAY MIDWIVES TAOS HOMEBIRTH & MIDWIFERY
Nicole Maillis LM, CPM Marcy Andrew, LM, CPM Dorothy Kaech, LM, CPM 4151 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ranchos de Taos
758-1388
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758-3005
MORENO VALLEY HEALTHCARE CLINIC Dennis Cohen, MD Erin Santistevan, RN Margaret VanAntwerp, FNP Diana Louise Lewis, FNP 11 Elliot Barker Lane, Angel Fire
377-3301
PEÑASCO HEALTH CLINIC
NURSE MIDWIVES NORTHERN NEW MEXICO BIRTH CENTER Joan Norris, LM CPM Kiersten Figurski, LM CPM 1331 Maestas Road, Taos
758-1216
nnmbirthcenter.org
James Cardasis, DO Rana Russell, CFNP Darlene Trujillo, RN 24 State Road 73, Peñasco
WOMEN’S HEALTH INSTITUTE
PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL SERVICES/ QUESTA HEALTH CENTER
758-5001
Juliet Labreche, MD Tim J. Moore, MD Naomi Hannah, CNM Susan Akins, CNM 1329 Gusdorf Road, Taos
587-1833
Gina Perez-Barone, MD Carol Quintana, FNP Jessica Harrower, LMSW Debra Costillo, DDS Kia Tamaki Harrold, FNPC 2573 State Road 522, Questa
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO BIRTH CENTER
586-0315
TAOS AESTHETICS MEDICAL CENTER Ellen Warren, MD 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste. 150, Taos
751-4472
Joan Norris, CPM Kiersten Figurski, CPM 1331 Maestas Road, Taos
758-1216
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WOMEN’S HEALTH INSTITUTE
GENERAL SURGERY TAOS SURGICAL SPECIALTIES HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL Stephen Cetrulo, MD Alden Cockburn, MD Aiden O’Rourke, MD Ryan Murphy, DO 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 600, Taos
758-3141 or 751-0334
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
Juliet Labreche, MD Tim J. Moore, MD Naomi Hannah, CNM Susan Akins, CNM 1329 Gusdorf Road, Taos
758-5001
WOMEN’S WELLNESS — BIENESTAR DE LA MUJER, LLC Coral Pitkin, CNP
Se habla español Also offer Mayan Abdominal Massage Taos
613-6118
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Health Insurance Exchange FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS By Maria Meadowcroft
T
he Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as ACA or “Obamacare,” was signed
into law on March 23, 2010. It initiated the most significant changes in the U.S. health care system since Medicare was established in 1965. Since then, our health care system has been slowly changing. One of the key measures of the new health reform law is that it extends coverage to millions of Americans without health insurance and broadens insurance benefits. Most Americans are required to have health insurance starting in 2014 or pay a tax penalty. Over the past six months, Taos Health Systems has had health care guides available to help local residents navigate New Mexico’s health insurance market place. They have successfully met with, created accounts for, and enrolled 100 consumers in the Health Insurance Exchange. They have coached another 50 people over the phone, and completed 414 Medicaid applications since October 2013. As our health care guides have talked to hundreds of people they’ve been asked many questions and have heard many concerns. We’d like to share some of the
most common ones:
What happens if I don’t get insurance? The open enrollment deadline is March 31, 2014. If you are not enrolled in a health insurance plan either through the insurance exchange, Medicaid or your employer, you can file an exemption. There are many ways to qualify for one. Our health care guides can help determine if you qualify and even help you file so you don’t receive a tax penalty. If you have coverage now, but move or become un-employed and don’t have insurance, you can have up to three months within a year before you begin accruing a tax penalty. The penalty will begin at the fourth month, and continue for each month after that you are not covered.
I’ve never needed insurance in the past – why do I need it now? We don’t know what is going to happen to the programs that non-insured and indigent populations HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE CONTINUES ON PAGE 16
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HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE CONTINUES FROM PAGE 14 have historically been able to fall back on, such as Sole
• Changes in your family size (for example, if
Community Provider Funding and other indigent
you marry, divorce, or have a baby).
programs, including the hospital’s charity care. The ACA
You are basically signing a one year contract, and
law is requiring that many of these programs begin to
next year’s plans can change. The next open enrollment
require you to demonstrate that you’ve applied for, and
period will begin around November 15th for coverage to
been denied, insurance in the private market.
begin in January 2015.
I’m on Medicare. Do I need to enroll in a different plan? If you’re on Medicare, the Marketplace won’t affect
What is a network and why is it important to me? Network is the facilities, providers and suppliers your
your Medicare choices or benefits. No matter how you
health insurer or plan has contracted with to provide
get Medicare, whether through Original Medicare or a
health care services. You should always make sure to
Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), you
know the name and type of the plan you have. Is it an
won’t have to make any changes. Individuals who are
HMO, PPO, POS, or catastrophic plan? And, when you
eligible for Medicare must enroll.
call to schedule your doctor’s appointment, ask whether
What if I can’t afford the monthly payments? Monthly payments are referred to as premiums. Depending on your annual earnings, you may qualify for a premium tax credit that could lower your monthly payments. It is important that when you sign up for a plan you make a good guess of what your annual income will be for the year, because at the end of the year your
the provider is in-network or out-of-network. In-network means that your insurance plan has contracted with these providers for their health care services. The copayments (upfront payments) are usually less than if you see a provider who is out-ofnetwork.
What is a deductible? It is the amount you owe for health care services
health exchange application should match your tax
before your health insurance or plan begins to pay. For
return.
example, if your deductible is $1,000, your plan won’t
Also, New Mexico has expanded its Medicaid
pay anything until you’ve met your $1,000 deductible
program for adults. So those who historically have not
for covered health care services subject to the deductible.
qualified may qualify now. This will be determined
The deductible may not apply to all services. This is one
when you visit the insurance marketplace website or one
more reason to pay attention to the summary of benefits
of our guides. However, if you are determined to qualify
— some services in your plan might not be subject to the
for Medicaid, don’t wait for Medicaid to contact you, as
deductible.
that can take a while. Be proactive and contact them. You can do so at yes.state.nm.us.
Is dental covered? The health exchange plans do not cover dental or
Can I change my plan once I’ve selected it?
vision for adults. Anytime throughout the year, you can
You cannot change your plan after you’ve made your
to choose from. Medicaid does cover dental for adults
first month’s premium (payment). You will be locked into that plan until December 31st unless you have
add a stand-alone dental plan. There are eight options and children. We’re know there is a lot of information, and
a change in your life that can make you eligible for a
navigating that information can be difficult. We’re here
Special Enrollment Period to enroll in health coverage.
to help you! If you have questions or concerns about
Examples of qualifying life events are:
the health exchange or Medicaid, visit our website
• Moving to a new state
TaosHealth.com, or call our Health Care Guides at 575-
• Certain changes in your income
751-5764.
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ONCOLOGY
EAR, NOSE AND THROAT SPECIALISTS NEW MEXICO FINEST FIRST
NEW MEXICO CANCER CARE ASSOCIATES Eric Bernstein, MD Kathryn Chan, MD Scott M. Herbert, MD Timothy Lopez, MD Karen LoRusso, MD Leanna Scott-Timperley, MD Carolyn Phillips, CNP Jennifer Porter, CNP 490 A West Zia Road, Santa Fe 1337 Gusdorf Road, Suite O, Taos
505-913-8900
CHRISTUS ST. VINCENT REGIONAL CANCER CENTER Eric Bernstein, MD Kathryn Chan, MD Bryan Goss, MD Scott M. Herbert, MD Timothy Lopez, MD Karen LoRusso, MD Leanna Scott-Timperley, MD Donald Shina, MD David Snyder, MD Carolyn Phillips, CNP Jennifer Porter, CNP 490 A West Zia Road, Santa Fe
OPTHAMOLOGY EYE ASSOCIATES OF NEW MEXICO Angela Bratton, MD Jock Morrison, MD Timothy Johnson, OD A J Javid, OD 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 300, Taos eyenm.com
ORTHOPAEDICS TAOS ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE Dan Guttman, MD James Lubowitz, MD John B. Reid III, MD 1219-A Gusdorf Road, Taos
758-0009
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OTOLARYNGOLOGY SOUTHWESTERN EAR, NOSE, THROAT & ASSOC. David Brown, MD Matt Hinsley, MD Lily Love, MD Peter Shepard, MD Thomas Thomason, MD 1620 Hospital Drive, Santa Fe 835 Bruce St., Espanola 108 Legion Dr., Ste. B, Las Vegas 118 Central Park Square, Los Alamos
505-982-4848
MOGUL MEDICAL URGENT CARE CLINIC William Blevins, MD Spike Lynch, MD Linda Lynch, MD Tim Quigley Peterson, MD Paul Mikkelson, MD Christa Castro, PA Taos Ski Valley
776-8421
PEDIATRICS FAMILY PRACTICE ASSOCIATES OF TAOS
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SOUTHWESTERN EAR, NOSE, THROAT & ASSOC. HEARING & BALANCE CENTER Kathleen Weidner, AUD Lisa Pulsipher, AUD Dorothy McCurley, AUD Maureen Coleman, HIS 1620 Hospital Drive, Santa Fe 835 Bruce St., Española 108 Legion Dr., Ste. B, Las Vegas 118 Central Park Square, Los Alamos swenthearing.com
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758-0621
505-913-8900
505-946-3947
Ian Alexander, MD Jesse Knight, MD Jeff Davis, PA Steve Harris, PA Steven Lauer, CFNP Taos Medical Professional Bldg., 1399 Weimer Road, Taos & Los Alamos
Delores Endres, MD Christian Killer, MD Alana Benjamin, MD Larry Schreiber, MD Lucas Schreiber, MD Marc Steinberg, MD Ellen Warren, MD Abraham Balsamo, PA-C Charles Bonfanti, PA-C Marty Schantz, PA-C Sandra Hamilton, CFNP Beverly Teagle, CFNP 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-3005
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Patient satisfaction directly linked to hospital reimbursements By Maria Meadowcroft
N
o one wants to have to stay in the hospital
excellent patient care, and that HCAHPS survey is very
overnight, but if you’ve ever had to you probably
important to us. It can impact any future experience
remember a few things: pain, the physicians and
you might have. This feedback is important because the
nurses who were trying to keep that pain tolerable, a
survey results can provide invaluable information about
call bell, and nurses checking on you, listening to your
the overall hospital experience for the patient. It helps us
questions and explaining things in ways you understood.
learn our strengths and weaknesses. It can also pinpoint
Hopefully, when it was time to go home, the hospital
areas of patient satisfaction success and those that need
staff made sure you had all the information and help
improvement, ultimately leading to improvement in
you needed to avoid a relapse and readmission, along
overall patient satisfaction and the delivery of quality
with written instructions to consult about symptoms,
health care to our community. We partner with Avatar,
problems, and how to care for yourself. After your stay,
a company that conducts patient satisfaction surveys.
maybe you were sent a survey in the mail a week or two
Like many hospitals, we view patient satisfaction as a
after you were home. Did you fill out the survey and return it, or did you toss it in the trash can not wanting to be bothered? Because of the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), hospital reimbursements are significantly impacted by HCAHPS (Hospital
key tool in our quality improvement
It is believed that patient satisfaction will significantly define the future of health care in the United States.
Consumer Assessment of Healthcare
processes. In addition, the Hospital ValueBased Purchasing Program of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services links part of a hospital’s payment to its performance on a set of quality measures. They also provide significant financial incentives for hospitals to score well in the HCAHPS
Providers and Systems) scores. HCAHPS is a hospital
survey. The program allows CMS to collect from
survey instrument and data collection methodology
hospitals up to 1 percent of their CMS reimbursement
for measuring patients' perceptions of the hospital
monies in 2013, and 0.25 percent from 2014 to 2017,
experience. This means that patients can report and
and redistribute that money to different hospitals
rate their hospital experiences, which provides valuable
according to performance in 12 clinical process of care
feedback to future patients and the hospital. It is believed
domains. The process of care domains include core
that patient satisfaction will significantly define the
measure indicators associated with heart failure, acute
future of health care in the United States.
myocardial infarction, pneumonia and the Surgical Care
At Holy Cross Hospital, we work hard to provide
Improvement Project and eight patient satisfaction
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This means that the better we perform, the more money we are likely to receive.
dimensions (HCAHPS).
administration and staff have worked hard to educate
Hospital reimbursement is determined by the clinical
patients on the importance of completing the survey
process of care scores, which account for 70 percent of
and returning it, as well as improving on the patient
the formula, and the HCAHPS scores, which carry a 30
experience.
percent weight. This means that the better we perform, the more money we are likely to receive. The HCAHPS patient satisfaction program gives
Our scores have been steadily increasing, and we continue to work hard to improve more. But we cannot know if you were happy with your care or if
consumers an opportunity to provide CMS with
we can improve your satisfaction unless you tell us. By
information about the patient experience, and how
completing the Avatar survey, sharing your feedback
well the facility performed in regard to pain control,
on how we’re doing, and offering suggestions for
promptness of care delivery, communication, discharge
improvement you are not only helping us improve our
instructions, room and facility cleanliness, and whether
scores, you help us become better health care providers.
the patients felt they were treated with courtesy and respect.
For more information about Holy Cross Hospital or
Over the last few years, Holy Cross Hospital
Taos Health Systems visit TaosHospital.org.
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TAOS CLINIC FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
PSYCHIATRY
Debra McGrew, MD Denise O’Grady MD Diva Olipra, MD Sylvia F. Villarreal, MD Sarah Drenning, CFNP 1393 Weimer Road, Taos
ROBERT FRANKLIN, MD
taospeds.org
758-7263
PODIATRY
TRI COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES
FAMILY FOOT CARE
758-5857
751-0800
PSYCHOTHERAPISTS/SOCIAL WORKERS
FOOT & ANKLE ASSOC.
CAROLE POZZI, LMFT
401 Acoma, Suite 105, Taos
737-0240
AGAVE HEALTH
1509 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-8651
413 Sipapu Street, Taos
Douglas Tozzoli, DPM PC 1337 Gusdorf Road, Suite O, Taos Also locations in Española & Santa Fe
William J. Blake, DPM Jason Rockwood, DPM Chad Squire, DPM Edward Williams, DPM Thomas Chambers, DPM 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 700B, Taos
751-0123
NEW MEXICO FOOT AND ANKLE ASSOCIATES Joel Wilner, DPM, FACFAS 665 Harkle Road, Santa Fe
338 Randall Lane, Taos
758-0345
ELIZABETH DINSMORE, PHD 119 Cruz Alta Road, Taos
758-9732 or 613-0493 FAMILY MEDIATION David Stewart, LPMHC 705 Felicidad Lane, Taos
737-9348
mediateus.com
DON FLORY, PHD
11 Catalina Court, El Prado
751-3848
drdonintaos.com 705 C Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
737-9352
770-2404
RADIOLOGY
SANTA FE IMAGING
MICHAEL CUMMINGS, PHD
Page Mastor, PHD 1337 Gusdorf, Suite H, Taos
Sandy Bodge, LPCC 1331 Maestas, Taos
505-946-3250
PSYCHOLOGISTS
A PORT IN A STORM
PSYCHOTHERAPY & COUNSELING PRACTICE
2590 Camino Entrada Suite 103, Santa Fe
SantaFePodiatrist.com
770-1873
770-1379
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WILLIAM KOTSCH, PHD
Counseling/Energy Healing/Training
1640 Hospital Drive, Santa Fe
505-983-9350
URGENT CARE FAMILY PRACTICE ASSOCIATES OF TAOS Delores Endres, MD Christian Killer, MD Alana Benjamin, MD Larry Schreiber, MD Lucas Schreiber, MD Marc Steinberg, MD Ellen Warren, MD Abraham Balsamo, PA-C Charles Bonfanti, PA-C Marty Schantz, PA-C Sandra Hamilton, CFNP Beverly Teagle, CFNP 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-3005
TAOS URGENT CARE
Debi Sanchez, MD Judy Lockwood, CFNP Mary Harrison, CFNP Lisa Bushnell, CFNP 330 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite C, Taos
758-1414
taosurgentcare.com
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D r. M a r k Niemiec GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY By Teresa Dovalpage
The team at Dr. Niemiec's office. (Teresa Dovalpage)
L
continuing her education in the dental field.
Cinema and gave them away, for free, to any patient
patients," said Dr. Niemiec. “We want to give back to
who wanted to go. They could also bring guests, "who
the community that has helped us succeed for so many
were hopefully not our patients but wanted to be," said
years.”
ast March, Dr. Mark Niemiec bought all tickets for the opening night of “Noah,” at the Storyteller
Cheryl Niemiec, office manager and marketing director for Dr. Niemiec.
"This is our way of saying thank you to our
His patients, on the other hand, let him know they appreciate his efforts.
The "Movie Night" was a total success and they plan
“One of our patients came in the other day and told
to repeat it soon. "Or do an equally fun event," she said.
me, ‘I love going to the dentist,’” said Dr. Niemiec. “You
This is not the only time Dr. Niemiec and his team have done something special to show their appreciation to their patients. As part of their 15th Anniversary Extravaganza in 2013 they gave away a trip to Jamaica. They also gave away dining packages, a Kindle Fire, a $200 gift card to ACE Hardware, a coffee maker and a camping stove, among other items, and have had barbecues for their patients. “We consider them as part of our big family,” Dr. Niemiec said. Last May they offered a $500 scholarship
can’t get a better compliment than that.”
A Variety of Services Dr. Niemiec has a full-service dentistry practice that specializes in occlusal disorders. He provides preventative, restorative and a full range of cosmetic dental services. Such services include crowns and bridges, porcelain veneers, inlays and onlays, fillings, bondings, root canals, whitening, periodontal treatment, surgical implant placement and many more.
to a 2013 Taos High School graduate interested in
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“We also pride ourselves in giving excellent care to all
is the wife of Dr. Niemiec. Her role is to oversee the
the people who come to us,” he said. “Our team’s goal
operations of the office and help patients with insurance
is to create a friendly and comfortable environment
questions or other concerns.
for everyone so we also offer headphones with
Lynn Lobato is a board certified dental hygienist. She
music, channel surfing on our Direct TV network,
graduated from the University of New Mexico and has
and total conscious sedation. We give our patients
been with Dr. Niemiec as a dental hygienist for 7 years.
high-quality dental work, pain free care, and a high
Last year Darlene Heathman joined the team.
level of customer service.” Dr. Niemiec is certified to
“Our goal is to see emergencies the same day, and
offer conscious sedation (“the ultimate in stress-free
to not have anyone wait too long for a cleaning or an
dentistry,” he explains). He is a certified provider of
appointment with the doctor,” said Cheryl Niemiec.
Invisalign and Smart Moves for straighter teeth without
All the dental assistants in the office are fully licensed
braces. He is also a contracted
in the areas they perform. They
provider with many insurance
It also helps to set a positive example for children, so dentist visits become stress-free occasions. “No need to fear the dentist!” Lobato said.
companies including those offered by the state, county and city governments, as well as the schools.
Keeping in Touch Each month patients receive a newsletter highlighting things that are going on at Dr. Niemiec’s office. The newsletter also lets them know about special offers and community service projects.
have traveled to Florida, Nevada and California to keep up-to-date in the field of dental assisting.
Tips from Lynn Lobato “When dealing with dental health, it is better to prevent diseases than to treat them after they happened,” said Lovato. “That is particularly true for children. Poor dental hygiene can lead to gum disease, decay, and tooth loss, but teaching children
“We sometimes offer limited time deals on our Facebook page as well,” said Cheryl Niemiec.
about taking proper care of their teeth today will prevent complicated dental procedures later on. Early brushing and flossing are very important to preserve a healthy smile for a lifetime.”
The Team Dr. Niemiec has been in practice for 17 years. He graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School and has completed advanced training at the University of Southern California for complex surgical procedures, including implant placement. He spent over two years studying with the Dawson Academy in order to further his expertise in areas like occlusion, how the teeth fit together properly and TMJ problems. Besides being the office manager, Cheryl Niemiec
Reluctant brushers may be encouraged by getting them fun-looking brushes and colorful toothpaste, Lobato said, and by singing or telling them stories while helping them brush their teeth. It also helps to set a positive example for children, so dentist visits become stress-free occasions. “No need to fear the dentist!” Lobato said. Dr. Niemiec’s office is located at 1399 Weimer Rd., suite 800, phone: (575) 758-9777, markniemiecdds.com
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A Dental Experience to SMILE about Complete Dental Care for the Entire Family * Cleanings * Fillings * Crowns * Bridges * Implants * Root Canals * Whitening * Straightening
Mark Niemic, DDS 1399 Weimer Rd, Suite 800, Taos (Next door to Holy Cross Hospital) (575) 758-9777
New Patient Exam & X-rays
$99.00
FREE Whitening Trays with new patient exam
$50 In-Office Credit For State, County or School Employees
(Regularly $193)
Mark Niemiec, DDS 575-758-9777
Mark Niemiec, DDS 575-758-9777
Mark Niemiec, DDS 575-758-9777
Limit One Offer per person
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Discover healthy treatment alternatives for hair, skin, nails & body…
…making Taos beautiful for over 30 years
SPIRITS OF BEAUTY 330B Paseo del Pueblo Sur . Taos www.spiritsofbeauty.com 575-758-1178
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AESTHETICS MEDICAL CENTER Ellen Warren, MD
BOTOX | FILLER | DERMA SWEEP | LATISSE By Appointment Only 575-751-4472
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MOGUL MEDICAL URGENT CARE CLINIC William Blevins, MD Spike Lynch, MD Linda Lynch, MD Tim Quigley Peterson, MD Christa Castro, PA Taos Ski Valley
RIO GRANDE DENTAL
Michael Rivera, DDS 107 Plaza Garcia, Suite E, Taos
758-0531
TAOS FAMILY DENTISTRY INC. Kathleen Rogers, DMD 1335A Gusdorf Road, Taos
776-8421
751-9333
UROLOGY
TAOS SMILES
ALDEN COCKBURN, MD AUA 1399 Weimer Road Suite 600, Taos
758-3141 or 751-0334
Jeff Hammerman, DDS MAGD 1027 Salazar Rd Suite 1, Taos
758-1100 or 758-9338 taossmiles.com
DENTAL HEALTH
CHIROPRACTIC
JUDY ANDERSON, DDS
COLONIAS CHIROPRACTIC CENTER
105B Paseo del Cañon West, Taos
758-7337 or 758-7889 keepsmilin.org
ANGEL FIRE FAMILY DENTISTRY Strider McCash, DDS 27479 U.S. 64, Angel Fire
Arthur Lynch, MD Lucy Whyte Ferguson, DC Lynn Sellyei, DC, MSA Kathy Jackman, LMT Abigail Kaelin, LMT 98 State Road 150, Ste. 7, El Prado
776-1117
377-1383
EMBUDO DENTAL CARE Richard Padberg, DMD
RICHARD HENDRIN, DC
726 C Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-9006
(505) 579-4680
EL CENTRO CHIROPRACTIC
JUSTIN NYLUND, DDS
Walter Jakiela, DDS, MAGD 1392 Weimer Road, Suite A, Taos
758-8654
Janet Lewis, DC 623 D Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-2944
SMALLING CLINIC LLC
MARK NIEMIEC, DDS
1399 Weimer Road, Suite 800, Taos
758-9777
markniemiecdds.com
Gerald Smalling, DC, CCST 1337 Gusdorf Road, Suite U
751-4325
TAOS CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALING
TAOS DENTAL GROUP
Tom Simms, DDS Justin Nylund, DDS 1392 Weimer Road Suite B, Taos
758-8303
taoscosmeticdentalcenter.com
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO DENTAL CENTER Kellie Harris, DDS, FAGD 1337 Gusdorf Road, Suite A, Taos
751-9661
kellieharrisdds.com
PRESBYTERIAN/QUESTA DENTAL CENTER Debora Castillo, DDS, MPH 2573 State Road 522, Questa
586-0045
EL CENTRO DENTAL CLINIC
Margaret Hansen, DC Christele Semaille, DC Karen Zakar, DC Christine Ciceri, DOM Keith Douglas, LMT Patrice Johnson, LMT Ana Beluche, LMT Anne Thrun, LMT, CST Helen Tracey, LMT David Fischer, CPed 219 Cavalry Road, Taos
751-1616
TAOS CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER Doug Christian, DC Donavon Christian, DC Thomas Krieger-Fritsch, DC Jennifer Christian, DC Keith Christian, DOM 813 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
758-8498
Arturo Sisneros, DDS Gregory Bauer, DDS 15136 State Road 75, Peñasco
587-2809 ecfh.org
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PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL GROUP AT ESPAﾃ前LA HOSPITAL DIABETES EDUCATION
Laurie Vigne, RN, CDE FAMILY MEDICINE
Jodi Casados, MD Vidya Subramanian, MD Tanya Gallegos, CFNP GENERAL SURGERY
Marshall Jordan, MD Miguel Iturregui, MD INTERNAL MEDICINE
Rose Greenwald, MD Rajan Mirchandani, MD Murray Ryan, MD Joanna Toews, MD NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING
PEDIATRICS
Hamood Malik, MD Chelsea Kirby, MD Katherine Seluja, PNP PODIATRY
Ryan Tingle, DPM PULMONARY MEDICINE
Sal Narayanan, MD SAME DAY CARE CLINIC
Tina Abbott, CFNP Beth Donaldson, CFNP Open 7 days per week, 10 am - 8 pm SLEEP DISORDERS MEDICINE
Sal Narayanan, MD UROLOGY
Fernando Gonzalez, MD
Enid Lewis, Dietitian OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
DiAnne Johnson, MD G.V. Swan, MD ORTHOPEDIC CARE
Matthew McKinley, MD Herbert Rachelson, MD Steven Jones, DO Yolanda Martinez-Salazar, PA Linda Garcia-Lucero, CFNP
COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS FIRST BORN PROGRAM
747-2050 Promoting joyful and confident parenting for first-time parents. HOME CARE
753-1510 Post-operative care and chronic disease management for patients at home.
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COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH CARE ALLERGY SOLUTIONS OF NEW MEXICO Amanda Lora, RN 522 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
770-1418
allergiesNM.com
HEART OF THE SACRED
Sensei Anthony Sanchez, Master Healer/Teacher 522 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
779-1363
iamthatiamministries.net
ANANDA KALI AT ESSENTIAL MASSAGE & FACIALS Movement, Massage, Facials 824 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado
A BEAUTIFUL BRAIN
Teri Kent, MSHS 4170 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ranchos de Taos
613-5694
779-5785
movetovitality.com
abeautifulbrain.net
KHALSA HEALTH CENTER
ALL IS WELL, LC
Harbhajan Khalsa Rajinder Khalsa
Bodywork, emotional therapy, yoga, Pilates
Catherine Ralston, medical intuitive 119 Quesnel, Taos
758-9773
Northstar Plaza, Suite C 65 State Road 522, El Prado
751-1335
taospsychic.com
khalsahealth.com
JOEY BLUE, LISW
Psychotherapist & energy healing Taos
MANDALA CENTER
758-9511
Retreat Center 96 Mandala Road, Des Moines, NM
PAMELA BYERS, IRP
mandalacenter.org
575-278-3002
Reiki master, holistic coach
770-6640
MEDICA NOVA
WHOLISTIC ALTERNATIVES
751-2067
sacredearthenergy.com Robin Cunningham, CH, RRMT, LMT
779-6802
Dr. Angelika Maria Koch, D.N.M, LCH 61 Blueberry Hill Road, Taos medicanova.net
MERIDIAN THERAPY
wholisticalternatives.com Energy healing
Lynn Sellyei, DC MSA 94 State Road 150, Suite 3 El Prado
737-5222
315-651-1957
KARLA JOY DEMERS, SLCS
MOVE INTO BALANCE FELDENKRAIS STUDIO
PAMALA S. DEAN, MA CT.H. NBCC
Energy healer Taos
Prisca Winslow Bradley 1335 J Gusdorf Road, Taos
758-9511
779-7169
moveintobalance.com
JONI DUNN, LISW
NEW LIFE PREGNANCY CENTER
Energy healing/psychotherapy
105 Bertha Road, Ste. D, Taos
770-3126
758-2899
STEPHANIE GUTZ, MSW, LISW Awakening heart energy medicine Taos
779-3391
WHOLISTIC HEALTH
Debra Sherry, DMH Homeopathy, nutrition, Heilkunst 107 Plaza Garcia, Unit B, Taos
505-603-9888
EARTH WALK MEDICINE Reverend Sandra Chestnutt
779-4253
earthwalkmedicine.com
pregancytaos.com
OCEAN OF SOUND
Carrie Moon Vibrational Sound Medicine, Cranio Sacral Therapy
613-0559/758-1885
SACRED TRADITIONS
Sunny Redmond Homeopathy, cranial sacral therapy, applied kinesiology, specialty in trauma, end of life care Taos
751-0080
sunnyredmond.com
KATE HARRIS
Jin Shin Jyutsu 414 La Lomita Road, Taos
751-1422/770-1341
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TAoS DenTAl GRoup ouR fAmily cARinG foR youR fAmily
A Reason To Smile. 1392 Weimer Road
575.758.8654 575.758.8303
Suite A Suite B
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Veterans returning to wholeness through mindful yoga and meditation By Carrie Leven
Ed Galusky gets a deep stretch in a Svastha Yoga pose in a Yoga for Veterans class last May at the Questa Health Center. (Tina Larkin)
M
edical research shows that alternative and complimentary mindfulness practices like Yoga
and Meditation can help trauma survivors return to a
Dedicated veterans and their family members continue to attend our Friday morning Free Svastha Yoga class at Questa Health Center, now well into our
feeling of peacefulness.
second year serving the community.
Mindful Yoga Therapy for Veterans teaches, “Mindful movement is a tool to direct the breath through the body. Movement connected to the breath is powerful and helps bring veterans back into their bodies, while helping move trauma out of their body, mind, and spirit.” After attending just two of my
“Movement connected to the breath is powerful and helps bring veterans back into their bodies, while helping move trauma out of their body, mind, and spirit.”
Veterans’ Yoga classes in Questa, a
A few have come and gone, but one veteran loved the benefits of Yoga so much that he enrolled in the yoga program at UNM-Taos and received specialized training in yoga for veterans. Veterans under standard care for stress, anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are usually treated with psychotherapy and pharmaceuticals like anti-depressants, anti-anxiety, and sleeping pills. A
Vietnam veteran who was used to sleeping in two-hour
typical remedy is to increase dosages to deal with
shifts told me, “My sleep has gotten so much better since
increased symptoms, but some patients want to use less
starting yoga. I’m now sleeping three or four hours at a
medication and maybe eventually, no medication. They
time.” Another veteran, of the Iraqi war said, “I feel so
want to begin healing their unseen injuries from inside,
peaceful after your yoga class.”
to reawaken the connection to their body and mind,
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to gain more control and become whole again.
teacher Deborah Halpern in Angel Fire.
Mindful yoga therapy for trauma survivors is
VA Representative Michael Pacheco can direct
complimentary to what I’ve learned through Svastha
veterans to New Mexico VA services and programs,
Yoga Institute with Monique Parker and Dr. Ganesh
and Not Forgotten Outreach in Taos is a treasure for
Mohan. Svastha is Sanskrit for “returning to self ” and
veterans and families. Visit The National Center for
has reintegration as a goal. Both svastha yoga therapy
PTSD website for more on mindfulness practices at
and mindful yoga therapy for veterans encourage a
ptsd.va.gov/public/treatment/therapy-med/mindful
peaceful yoga practice done at deliberate and slow
ptsd.asp.
pace, while focusing on the flow of the breath. Together, these disciplines use familiar and simple
Svastha yoga teachers offer svastha yoga classes for stress management in Taos, El Prado, and Questa. A
movements to awaken the mind-body connection
complete schedule of classes can be found at svastha
and keep one connected to the present moment while
yoga institute at svasthayogainstitute.com.
contributing to overall health and wellness. Repeated
Feel free to join us in Questa for Carrie's Free
practice of mindfulness techniques retrains the brain
Weekly Svastha Yoga class for veterans and families,
and body to be more resilient to stress, lessen future
every Friday 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Questa Health
anxiety and depression episodes, and recover more
Center. The Community Svastha Yoga class on
quickly from mental and physical setbacks.
Wednesdays is also free for veterans, and held from
The best advice from veterans to other veterans is to
5:30 to 7 p.m. at OCHO in downtown Questa.
reach out and seek help when feeling overwhelmed or if having trouble after returning from military service. In the Taos area, counselor Kirsten Wing at the Taos VA Clinic is also trained in mindful yoga therapy
Carrie Leven is an archaeologist and Svastha Yoga teacher living in Questa with her husband Monte Doeren, a Vietnam Veteran who attends her weekly yoga classes.
for veterans, as is psychotherapist and svastha yoga
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TOTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER OF TAOS
Screening, Vaccinations, Injections & Consultations 622 A&B Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
737-5810
HEALTH CLUBS AURA FITNESS
1337 Gusdorf Road, Suite S, Taos
758-9733
taoshealthandwellness.com
aurafitnesstaos.com
COLON HYDROTHERAPY
CURVES FOR WOMEN
TAOS CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALING
751-1113
751-1616
NORTHSIDE HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER
Keith Douglas Blair, LMT 219 Calvary Road, Taos
1350 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite A, Taos
1307 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado
DOCTORS OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
751-1242
ASTRID BROUWER, DOM
50 Los Banos Drive, Ojo Caliente
Acupuncture and Herbology 623 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
770-5918
800-222-9162 www.ojospa.com
TAOS PILATES STUDIO
CROSSROADS CLINIC OF NATURAL HEALTH Lilly Marie Blecher, ND, DOM 1331 Maestas Road, Taos
1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado 758-7604 taospilates.net
TAOS SPA & TENNIS CLUB
343-7588
111 Doña Ana Drive, Taos
drlillymarie.com
758-1980
TAOS CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER Keith Christian, DOM 813 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
758-8498
taosspa.com
HEARING AIDS PREMIER HEARING CENTER
TAOS CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALING Christine Ciceri, DOM 219 Calvary Road, Taos
1350 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 3, Taos 1651 Galisteo St., Doctors Park, Suite 7, Santa Fe 7920 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Ste A, Albuquerque
751-9327, 505-988-4327 or 505-299-4327
751-1616
premierhearing.com
OLIVER MCCRARY, DOM
218 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
751-0377
THE HEALTH AND LONGEVITY CLINIC Jim Dixon, DOM, Dipl Ac, CH Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Qi Gong 408 Perry Lane, Taos
758-3638
WHITE CRANE CLINIC Carl Wagner, DOM, Dipl Ac 1332 Gusdorf, Ste. E, Taos
758-2700
WILLOW CLINIC
Caroline Colonna, DOM, Dipl Ac, CH Acupuncture, herbal, nutrition, lifestyle and functional medicine, insurance accepted 1103 Don Juan Valdez Lane, El Prado
758-5070
willowclinic.com
WIN SMITH, DOM BS DIPL AC
Acupuncture, naturopathic medicine, natural biologic remedies Taos
758-2038
OJO CALIENTE MINERAL SPRINGS RESORT & SPA
SANDIA HEARING
Dreamcatcher Suites Plaza, 515 Gusdorf Road, Suite 6, Taos 3454 Zafarano Dr., Unit B, Santa Fe
800-646-1984
SandiaHearingCenter.com
SOUTHWESTERN EAR, NOSE, THROAT & ASSOC. HEARING & BALANCE CENTER Kathleen Weidner, AUD Lisa Pulsipher, AUD Dorothy McCurley, AUD Maureen Coleman, HIS 1620 Hospital Drive, Santa Fe 835 Bruce St., Española 108 Legion Dr., Ste. B, Las Vegas 118 Central Park Square, Los Alamos
505-946-3947
swenthearing.com
HOME HEALTH CARE SUPPLIERS & PROVIDERS AAA HOME CARE
In-home assistance with ADL’s for the disabled & elderly in Northern NM 929-931 Calle Conquistador, Taos
758-2902 or 866-929-2902
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The cardinal rules of healing By Dr. Win Smith
1. Vis Medicatrix Naturae, aka, the Healing force of Nature. The primary edict of
call this 'spontaneous healing' and feel it must be the exception; but it is actually the rule, and all organisms,
modern medicine is Primum Non Nocere, or “first
under the correct circumstances, are capable of
of all do no harm,” which is avoidance of a negative,
accomplishing it.
not the promotion of a positive. Unfortunately for the past 30 years or so, the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. has been and still remains the consequences of pharmaceutical drugs taken and used, as directed, so this edict has been abandoned and replaced by the worship of 'modern' medicine and its synthetic drugs. When unburdened from substances and foods that create illness, the body can heal itself. The schedule for this healing cannot be directed by our own limited understanding of nature's course, but must be surrendered to. We must have faith that the correct diet of fresh, non-toxic foods, combined with the removal of toxic substances, will allow the body's inherent capacity for healing to manifest itself according to its own schedule and its own methods via its inherent wisdom. Some
2. There exist Laws of Nature. Violation of the laws of nature results in immediate and inseparable cause and effect Karmic manifestations. These manifestations may not, however, be immediately seen or sensed; rather, their effect may be cumulative and may take years to become overtly manifest. The manifestation of this violation is unnecessary suffering, disease, and premature death. The human body is a holy temple. Violation of the laws of nature defiles this temple.
3. Man cannot improve on that which God made perfect. Eat whole foods as God made them. Taking a whole, perfectly created food, like a grain THE CARDINAL RULES OF HEALING CONTINUES ON PAGE 50
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Finally, after 10 years - relief! - Maria Perez “My name is Maria Perez. Ten years ago I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I have had joint destruction typical of this disease in numerous joints for these past 10 years, and was given prednisone, methotrexate, and other drugs to try to control it. My rheumatologist finally said he could do nothing more for me. I even went to a popular nutritionist who used a computer to determine the best diet for me. Despite the drugs and diet, I kept getting worse, and eventually could hardly walk. One year ago I began treatment with Dr. Win Smith. I was skeptical since he said the primary treatment would be diet. But after following his unique protocol for the past year, I now take no medication, and can say that I am at least 70% improved. I walk regularly, and most joints don’t even have pain any longer.” Many diseases, even so called incurable ones, often respond favorably to the correct treatment. I have developed effective protocols for many illnesses, and patients often improve dramatically and may even be able to safely stop taking prescription medication as well. Call me, Dr. Win Smith, D.O.M., at (575) 758-2038 for an appointment to see what I can do for you.
I can’t promise a cure, but if you suffer from chronic pain or chronic illness, please call me, Dr. Win Smith, D.O.M. at 575-758-2038 for an appointment. You owe it to yourself to get the best, most effective natural treatment available.
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THE CARDINAL RULES OF HEALING CONTINUES FROM PAGE 48 of wheat, and genetically modifying it, running it
unaltered and even to be driven ever deeper into the
through a roller press to remove the nutritious bran
body. In this medical treatment “whack a mole” scheme,
and germ, bleaching it, and adding back a few cheap
one set of symptoms or a disease that is suppressed but
synthetic vitamins, in no way improves it. To the
not cured will inevitably be driven deeper, to surface as
contrary, eating foods which have been processed in this
another set of symptoms or, what on the surface appears
way violates the holy temple that is the human body.
to be a different disease. Symptoms are messengers
Soda and junk food, contrary to the apologist
whose desperate message is that one or more laws
manufacturers who say they can be part of a healthy
of nature have been violated; that violation must be
diet, have no place whatsoever in the human diet, but
corrected.
rather are disease causing.
Suppressing the symptoms with toxic drugs does
4. Humans are not Carnivores or Omnivores. There is not a single evolutionary, "intelligently designed," anatomical
nothing to correct that violation. Drugs are not more powerful than foods, and this teaching has corrupted the very foundation of Western medicine. This belief represents a great hoax perpetrated
or physiologic trait that demonstrates or affirms that we require any animal based protein or animal based fatty acids for our basic or optimal sustenance. Humans do not require the life and blood sacrifice of any animal creature to sustain or create optimal health. Taking the life of another creature, in the mistaken
As Hippocrates wrote: “let your food be your medicine.” That is the true Hippocratic oath.
application of the misguided false logic
violates the laws of nature. High animal protein diets such as the Atkins diet, Paleo diet, Omni diet, South Beach diet, etc., violate the laws of nature, and often embody the false god of weight loss as their primary motivation and justification. These diets defile the holy temple that is our body, the result of which is disease and death.
5. Virtually all modern medical approaches, whether with drugs or so called natural medicines such as herbs, amino acids, or nutritional supplements, are designed to address certain symptoms, not the actual cause of illness, and are often symptom suppressive, not curative. Once symptoms and diseases arise, the horse has already left the barn. Cessation of symptoms is by no means synonymous with true cure. Suppression of symptoms allows the basic disease process to go
university medical research sponsored by such pharmaceutical companies, and ultimately, its predictable end result, which is the treatment protocol now encouraged by the Affordable Care Act: cheaper pharmaceutical drugs and the elimination of the 'donut hole' being the measure of its success. Screening and vaccinations,
of reductionistic nutritional teachings, which say we must have meat or another animal's milk,
by the pharmaceutical companies,
while useful, do not represent the pinnacle of preventive medical philosophies. Unfortunately, today's miracle drug all too often becomes tomorrow's class action lawsuit. Even the most cursory research demonstrates this fact again and again. And until we get back to basics, ie., the cardinal rules of healing, this pattern will remain. Biological systems evolved with foods and their biological systems modifying constituents, and, as old fashioned as it may seem, food will always be the most powerful and effective medicine. As Hippocrates wrote: “let your food be your medicine.” That is the true Hippocratic oath. Dr. Win Smith obtained his bachelor of science from Furman University, and has been licensed in New Mexico as a Doctor of Oriental Medicine since 1982. He apprenticed in Oriental Medicine with Dr. Hsi Yu Tao, and has been incorporating natural healing methods in his clinical practice since 1976.
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MOUNTAIN HOME HEALTH CARE 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Suite 180, Taos
758-4786
OPTIONS HOME CARE SERVICES 1335 Gusdorf Road Suite S, Taos
737-5539
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WALGREENS PHARMACY 811 Paseo del Pueblo Sur
Billy Knight 115 La Posta Road, Ste. D, Taos
751-3388
NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE CO. 758-1023
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ZEE MEDICAL
Provider of van-based first aid, safety, and emergency products and services
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PEOPLES INSURANCE
Inside Peoples Bank South, Taos
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STATE FARM
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HOSPITALS ESPAÑOLA PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
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MASSAGE & WELLNESS
505-753-7111
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL 1397 Weimer Road, Taos
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434-933-2610
522 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
758-8883
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LOS ALAMOS MEDICAL CENTER 3917 West Road, Los Alamos
AFFINITY HEALING ARTS
505-662-4201
Anne Thrun, LMT 5324
losalamosmedicalcenter.com
776-3135
CHRISTUS ST. VINCENT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
AGAPE MASSAGE
455 St. Michaels Drive, Santa Fe
505-913-3361 stvin.org
Elizabeth Squires, LMT 5812
770-6356
ATHENA SWINFORD, LMT 6708
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776-7239
ANGEL FIRE MASSAGE THERAPY
Norma Hoffman, LMT 3007 Inn Business Center, Bldg. 3469, Suite 6, Angel Fire Hwy. 434
377-2613
800-835-8699 bcbsnm.com
AURO MESA
BROWN & BROWN INSURANCE
101 Coyote Loop, Arroyo Hondo
627 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
776-2212
758-2244
auromesa.com
FARMERS INSURANCE GROUP
BALINESE MASSAGE
Dennis L. Santistevan 330D Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
776-3224
Kirstie Segarra, LMT 4888
770-1274
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PERSONALIZED NATURAL MEDICINE
FOR A VIBRANT YOU
Dr. Caroline Colonna, a Doctor of Oriental Medicine certified by the NM Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (BAOM) and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) since 1998, helps patients truly achieve a healthier lifestyle. She is also a professional triathlete, mother, and step-grandmother. FAQ: I’ve been on prescription meds for high blood pressure (HBP) for years, but I don’t think it’s good for me to keep taking them. Can you help me safely get off them? : Yes. Using the Oriental Medicine Diagnostic Model and modern tests, I can identify the underlying causes for your HBP and then treat them. FAQ: What might be causing my HBP? : Chronic stress is a frequent cause, along with too much sitting and a nutrient deficient diet. The Adrenal Stress Index (ASI) test can provide insight into how stress is impacting your cortisol (stress hormone) and adrenal functions. I use patients’ ASI test results to help me diagnose their stress level as well as monitor the effectiveness of our treatments. FAQ: So you don’t use a “one size fits all” approach to treating your patients with HBP? : No. I develop a personalized treatment plan for my patients with chronic lifestyle issues; it takes commitment to reestablish health. I use acupuncture to rebalance the flow of energy and recommend lifestyle modifications to help them achieve their health goals, such as sitting less, eating nutrient rich foods, and engaging in at least one mindful activity, like yoga, qi gong or
meditation, each day. Frequently, we also have to work on restoring quality sleep to achieve optimal results. FAQ: Does acupuncture hurt? : No. The needles I use are extremely thin and masterfully inserted to ensure a painless experience. FAQ: I have a friend who wants to lose weight. Can you help her, too? : Yes. In fact, I go beyond helping patients lose weight. I help them reduce their biological age by selecting individualized nutrients, based on their unique biological needs; recommending specific lifestyle changes; and making a commitment to follow through with our plan—together. FAQ: Is it expensive? : Not necessarily. A number of insurance plans cover at least some of the costs for tests and treatment. And I strive to find the most economical way to test and treat my patients. FAQ: Can I drop by or call you at to discuss my health issues? : Please do. My role, as your doctor, is to guide and support your healing process. Your role, as my patient, is to take your health into your hands and make the changes you need to make to achieve your goals.
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From diagnosis to 'lo o k i n ’ g o o d:' WHAT’S NEW IN OPTOMETRY By Andy Dennison
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lighter and more scratch-resistant, said Compton, and
to manufacturing just the right lens to producing
like 3D for TV or movies.
oday’s optometry is firmly fixed in digital world —
be it in diagnosis, materials or style.
From identifying the source of an eyesight problem
lightweight stylish frames — all aspects derive benefits
The state-of-the art materials make lenses thinner, the coatings on some lenses create sophisticated effects, “One big advance is the ability of polarized lenses to
from the age of computers, so say local optometrists
make the transition from dark to light environments,”
and eyewear retailers.
Compton said.
“The examination and diagnosis technology is
At Sunshades, King sells high-end sunglasses that
just exploding,” said Dr. Jane Compton, a doctor of
have lenses of a mixture of glass and polycarbonate that
optometry who has been practicing in Taos since 1985.
have the clarity of glass but are shatterproof.
“We can detect issues in advance of problems, and help prevent and protect people from eye disease.” As examples, Compton pointed to digitized retinal cameras that preclude the need for pupil dilation and auto-refractors that produce prescriptions without the
“Different lens materials will also have different levels of protection,” King said, noting that cheaper sunglasses typically just have a coating sprayed on the lens that is more susceptible to scratching. Many Taoseños wear contact lenses, optometrists say, and it’s the materials too that contribute to
need for verbal eye-chart tests. Dr. Robert Retzlaff, an optometric physician who
improvements. Compton said that the dry and
runs RealEyes in Taos, said lasers produce “extremely
dusty world of Taos tests contact lenses, but modern
detailed measurements” that pinpoint degeneration
materials have made them more comfortable and
and streamline treatment options.
moister longer.
“The Ocular Computerized Tomography (OCT
“I’m seeing more people wearing the single-use,
for short) allows us to see the cornea and retina with
disposable contact lenses,” Compton said. “I put them
greater detail than ever possible with microscopes and
in for skiing, and then throw them away.” For diabetics, RealEyes Retzlaff pointed to contact
lenses,” Retzlaff said. The result of digitized diagnosis is eyewear that is customized to the individual. Tammy King, owner of SunShades & Optics of Taos, said the “individual” lens
lenses with microchips that can measure glucose levels in tears in real time. “Perhaps there will come a day when people with diabetes don’t have to prick their fingers every day to
is one of the latest innovations. “An ‘individual’ lens is basically tailored to the needs of each person,” King said. “The lenses are
check their sugar levels,” he said. As for style, you can pretty much find anything these
also processed differently to be more accurate with
days — from classic to modern to "out-there." Compton
less distortion. It’s kind of like comparing a new HD
called today’s stylings a “free for all. “If you like it, it’s probably available, from big and
flatscreen TV with an old TV.” Retzlaff noted that while in the past, plastic or glass
round to little and square,” she said.
was pour into a mold and compressed to the correct
“Right now, big is in, the bigger the better” said
thickness and curvature, today’s lenses are cut with
Sunshade’s King, who sees a day when computer and
lasers from a large mold, using computer control to
smart phone technology will be embedded in the
match the prescription — so-called free-form lenses.
sunglasses. “But there really is something for everyone.”
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LUNA BODYWORK & BIRTH
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758-4439
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758-8014
770-6762
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541-761-8344
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TAOS SAGE WATERS MASSAGE, NURTURING BODYWORKS
586-1726/ 770-5020
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EL MONTE SAGRADO SPA
Lee Hester, LMT 1473 Taos
737-9880
taossagewaters.com
317 Kit Carson Road, Taos elmontesagrado.com
ESSENTIAL MASSAGE & SPA THERAPIES
Kyoko Hummel, LMT 072 Ananda Kali, LMT 6351, esthetician 045408 Elizabeth Burgess, LMT 3372 824 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
751-4040
TaosEssential.com
RUTH FAHRBACH, LMT 4621 770-7517 taoshemp.com
758-4634
OJO CALIENTE MINERAL SPRINGS RESORT & SPA 50 Los Banos Road, Ojo Caliente
800-222-9162 or 583-2233 ojospa.com
PRYANTA HEALING Pamela Schlade, BHSP Raven Tompkins Taos
776-8752
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SALON MARJORIE - AVEDA CONCEPT
LIZ GILBERT, LMT 259 BCST 751-7513 or 770-1698
237 Ledoux St., Taos
751-7246
salonmarjorie.com
MARY GREEN, LMT 3413
L. BERNICE SANDOVAL, LMT 3903
737-0338
770-7118
Taos
INNER RHYTHMS POLARITY THERAPY Cat Hale Taos
522 Paseo del Pueblo Norte
DARRELL SCHAUERMANN, LMT 4510 Taos
770-0628
779-2810
SONJA’S SKIN SALON
INNOVATIVE THERAPIES Terri Picard, LMT Taos
Facials, skin care, skin products & makeup 330 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste. E2
758-7580
770-7914
SPIRITS OF BEAUTY
NANCY JOHNSON, RN, LMT 070 Taos
330B Paseo del Pueblo Sur
758-1178
spiritsofbeauty.com
751-6586
MASSAGE THERAPY FRANCIE CASPER, RN, LMT, CEIM
TAOS AESTHETICS MEDICAL CENTER Dr. Ellen Warren, MD 630 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
751-4472
Massage therapy, infant massage lessons
907-765-1858
GINNY WATERSTREET, LMT 3362 Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner
613-2090
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Dedication
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H e a l i n g, h e a l t h, and wellness in Northern New Mexico By Robin Cunningham
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indeed an individual one. Ultimately it is the individual
land of enchantment, we blend centuries of healing
who decides the best journey for her/his unique
cultures such as curanderismo, traditional Native healing
experience of life. Definitions of health, wellness, healing,
practices, remedios and herbal treatments, spiritual and
vitality, cure, medicine, restorative, etc. are readily
shamanic healing, massage and bodywork therapies, and
available in Webster’s Dictionary, yet each of us is on a
more with contemporary healing methods, including
solo journey of discovery about what these mean and
pharmaceutical medications, surgical procedures and
how these are defined in our world, bodies, and medicinal
emergency medicine.
choices.
orthern New Mexico is a healing mecca unlike
anywhere on the planet. In this vast, changeable
What defines “medicine” here in Northern New
The journey to wellness, healing, and overall health is
Herbal remedies play a significant and empowering
Mexico is a combination of all of these models — weaving
role in health and wellness, and pre-date modern
multi-cultural beliefs, ancient traditions, modern
pharmaceuticals by thousands of years. Studies with
experience, knowledge and wisdom with the embrace of
native and indigenous peoples continue to produce
the land, enhancing the unique “medicine” available here.
extraordinary herbal and pharmaceutical medicines.
"I was taught by some very wise old people that
Healing and health vs. cure is a debate revolving
everything we come into contact with is 'medicine,'
around health, wellness and quality of life.
including those things that we think look like medicine
Contemporary medicine addresses the symptom and
such as pills, injections, and surgical procedures, but more than that
seeks to be the primary agent to affect Each of us is our own healer.
'medicine' is all the things we deal
that in all cases, while traditional medicinal practices, such as herbal
with and respond to. Each of us has
medicine, engage in the “spirit”
our own unique medicine made up of our skills, talents,
of healing with the individual — on all levels of an
sufferings and mistakes. Every experience that we have
individual’s life — to achieve a greater quality of life
in life makes up our own personal medicine, whether it
experience that is considered true health. Both disciplines
is a bodily illness, a relationship with another person or
offer solutions.
our relationship with the kind of work we do," says Rob Hawley, owner of Taos Herb Company. "Each of us is our own healer. We know our own
Here in Northern New Mexico, we have a rich tapestry of medicinal resources. Ultimately, what each of us deems as our personal medicine may be a combination
medicine better than anyone else," Hawley continues.
of tradiciones, personal awareness and wisdom, and
"On the journey of healing ourselves we will make use of
contemporary medicine. Health, after all, isn’t a singular
helpers such as doctors, therapists, and even lawyers, but
state of being; rather it consists of many possibilities and
most of all we heal ourselves when we learn to listen to
healing partners all directed by you, the individual and
the teachings of the medicine that our life has brought us."
the master of your own wellness.
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TAOS CENTER FOR NATURAL HEALING Margaret Hansen, DC Christele Semaille, DC Karen Zakar, DC Christine Ciceri, DOM Keith Douglas, LMT Patrice Johnson, LMT Ana Beluche, LMT Anne Thrun, LMT, CST Helen Tracey, LMT David Fischer, CPed 219 Cavalry Road, Taos
REAL EYES
Robert Ratzlaff, OD 1353 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Suite C , Taos
758-3215
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SUNSHADES OF TAOS 108 West Plaza, Taos
751-1565
sunshadesoftaos.com
TAOS EYEWEAR
751-1616
taoscenterfornaturalhealing.com
Jane Compton, OD Cruz Alta Plaza, 710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste. F
758-2205
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TAOS HEALING ARTS
Julia Ruth Claus, LMT 4879 Bonnie McNairn, LMT 3439 Dory Hulbert, LMT 7073 Daniel Pretends Eagle, LMT 6825 308 B Paseo Del Pueblo Norte at Duane Street, Taos
758-7975
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PHARMACIES SAVON PHARMACY IN ALBERTSON’S 710 A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-1203
SMITH’S FOOD & DRUG CENTERS
TAOS MOBILE MASSAGE
224 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
751-1924
TAOS COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
TAOS ROCKS
737-5810
Mitzy Kennaugh, LMT 2148 Taos
758-4823
622 A&B Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos taoshealthandwellness.com
Ana Chavez Taos
WALGREENS PHARMACY
751-3309
811 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
taosrocks.com
758-1704
TAOS SCHOOL OF MASSAGE 94 Hwy 150, El Prado
WALMART DISCOUNT PHARMACY 926 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-2725
758-2743
TAOS SPA & TENNIS CLUB 111 Doña Ana Drive, Taos
758-9030
PHARMACIST COUNSELING TAOS COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
MARY TARA MASSAGE & ENERGY WORK Mary Tara, LMT 0027 Taos, near Plaza
622 A&B Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
737-5810
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758-1741
PHYSICAL THERAPY
TRANSFORMATIONAL BODY WORK
NORA BISHOP PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES
Judah Botzer, LMT 116
Located in the Taos Spa & Tennis Club 111 Doña Ana Drive, Taos
751-0779
737-0715
YOU! TAOS DAY SPA
1027 Salazar Rd, Ste G, Taos
TAOS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & SPORTS MEDICINE
751-9837
youtaosdayspa.com
1398 Weimer Road, Suite 203, Taos
OPTOMETRISTS/OPTICIANS BOTWIN EYE GROUP
North side: 1307 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado
758-1004
TAOS PHYSICAL THERAPY INC. SPORTS REHABILITATION
Mark Botwin, OD Santa Fe
505-954-4442 or 800-473-0988 EYE ASSOCIATES OF NEW MEXICO Angela Bratton, MD Jock Morrison, MD 1399 Weimer Road, Suite 300, Taos
758-0621
737-0304
414 Sipapu St., Taos
758-8761
taosphysicaltherapy.com
PHYSICAL THERAPY
11 Elliott Barker Lane, Bldg. B, Angel Fire
377-1900
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PSYCHOTHERAPISTS/ SOCIAL WORKERS JOEY BLUE, LISW LCSW SLCS Psychotherapist & energy healing Taos
758-9511
CONNIE CROOM, MS LPCC
RETIREMENT LIVING THE BRIDGE AT ALAMOSA
An Independent and Assisted Living Community 3407 Carroll Street, Alamosa, Colorado
719-587-3514
AlamosaAssistedLiving.com
705C Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
770-4316
TAOS RETIREMENT VILLAGE Independent, Home Health, Assisted and Skilled Care 414 Camino de la Placita, Taos
JONI DUNN, LISW
Psychotherapist/energy healer Taos
758-8248
770-3126
taosretirementvillage.com
758-7835
VITAMINS & FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
STEPHANIE GUTZ, MSW, LISW
CID’S FOOD MARKET
779-3391
758-1148
NANCY HAZEN, MA LMFT
TAOS HERB CO.
758-1494
758-1991
BRUCE GROSSMAN, LPCC 631 Kit Carson Road, Taos
Taos
623 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos cidsfoodmarket.com
308 Rio Lucero Road, El Prado
PRACTICE TAOS LIMITED
710 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Ste. J, Taos taosherb.com
Barbara Hope, LISW, LCSW 827 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
TOTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER OF TAOS
WILLIAM KOTSCH, PHD
737-5810
770-1873
WALGREENS PHARMACY
224-1132
705 C Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
JOSIE LENWELL, MA LMFT 3006 Cottontail Road, Taos
751-0407
622 A & B Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, NM 87571 taoshealthandwellness.com 811 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-1704 or fax 758-3185 THE HEALTH MILL™
BARBARA SHERMAN LMFT
Liz Winslow Fruits, RN, GCFP Health Awareness Coach
751-3847
healthawarenesscoaching.com
Taos
613-2828
DOUGLAS G. SCOTT, PSYD LMFT 827 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos
770-2324
taosbehavioralhealth.com
AGAVE HEALTH
1509 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos
758-7263
CARYLE ZORUMSKI, EDD LPCC 515 Gusdorf Rd. Ste. 1, Taos
751-0449
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