UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center Earns the IRIS Seal of Recognition for Excellence in Air Quality
The International Respiratory Infections Society (IRIS) and Aerobiotix are pleased to announce that the University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center has been awarded the IRIS Healthcare Air Quality Seal of Recognition. This distinguished national honor underscores the hospital’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of air quality in its clinical, surgical, and patient care environments, thereby supporting a safer and healthier atmosphere for patients, families, and care teams.
To achieve this recognition, UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center underwent a comprehensive evaluation process conducted by infection prevention specialists. The assessment included detailed air quality audits and on-site inspections confirming the hospital’s use of advanced air purification systems to reduce airborne pathogens and enhance the overall safety of its care environment.
Located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center combines the familiarity and personal attention of a community hospital with the expertise and resources of an academic medical center. The facility delivers a broad spectrum of health services, including general and specialty medical care such as cardiology, orthopaedics, urology, ENT, pulmonary care, and general surgery. Complementing inpatient care, the hospital offers extensive outpatient and rehabilitative services, including physical and occupational therapy, primary and specialty clinics, and behavioral and mental-health support for diverse communities.
By earning the IRIS Healthcare Air Quality Seal, UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center further reinforces its commitment to patient safety, infection prevention, and overall environmental health, aligned with its mission to provide compassionate, high-quality, inclusive care for all New Mexicans.
For more information about the IRIS Healthcare Air Quality Seal of Recognition and its significance, visit safehealthcareair.org.
