Rural Doctor's Plea: Medicaid Cuts Threaten Lives in New Mexico

In rural southeastern New Mexico, access to healthcare is a growing concern. Cardiologist Dr. Amanda Ryan, who cares for 13,000 patients in a region where severe heart disease is striking younger people, shared her concerns about potential Medicaid cuts. "While Washington debates the cuts," she stated, "the stakes couldn’t be higher." The distance to specialized care adds to the challenge; patients often have to travel hours for necessary treatment. Dr. Ryan's experience highlights the critical need for adequate healthcare funding in underserved areas and the devastating impact of potential cuts on vulnerable populations.