FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ALTSD Contact
Joey Long, PhD
Public Information Officer
Joey.long@altsd.nm.gov
February 19, 2024
Aging Department welcomes Angelina Flores-Montoya as new Deputy Secretary
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is proud to announce that Dr. Angelina Flores-Montoya will be joining the department as a Deputy Cabinet Secretary on Monday, Feb. 24.
"Angelina’s deep knowledge of healthcare systems and her proven track record in policy and program leadership make her an invaluable addition to our team” said Emily Kaltenbach, ALTSD Cabinet Secretary Designate. “She brings an important clinical perspective and passion to the agency that will help strengthen our efforts to better serve New Mexico’s older adults.”
Dr. Flores-Montoya comes to ALTSD with over 25 years of experience in the areas of healthcare, education, and research, including 15 years specializing in caring for older adults. As a triple alumna of the University of New Mexico (BSN, MSN, and PhD in Nursing & Health Policy) and a Robert Wood Johnson fellow, she has focused extensively on Medicare, Medicaid, and policies that affect older adults. Most recently, Flores-Montoya has been involved in statewide nursing workforce solutions in the state of Washington as well as serving on several boards, including the National Association of Hispanic Nurses.
"It is a privilege to step into this role and work alongside a team so deeply committed to serving New Mexico’s aging population,” said Angelina Flores-Montoya. “I am grateful for the trust of Secretary Kaltenbach and look forward to utilizing my experience to help strengthen the services that so many families and caregivers rely on.”
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