David M. Hochhauser, MD, FAAP
Medical Director
Dr. Hochhauser is board certified in both Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine, with more than 35 years of experience caring for patients in hospital emergency departments, urgent care centers, and community healthcare settings throughout New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. He previously served as an emergency medicine physician and medical director at Mimbres Valley Medical Center in Deming from August 2023 through August 2025 and has worked extensively across New Mexico, including at hospitals in Las Cruces, Truth or Consequences, Grants, Lovington, Portales, Roswell, Socorro, and Tucumcari.
In addition to his clinical experience, Dr. Hochhauser has held numerous leadership roles throughout his career, including Chairman of Emergency Medicine Departments and Interim Medical Director positions at several hospitals. Most recently, he has been affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network in Pennsylvania and Three Crosses Regional Hospital in Las Cruces.
Dr. Hochhauser earned his medical degree from Rutgers University Medical School (now UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School) in 1980 and completed a combined Internal Medicine and General Pediatrics residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1984. He maintains current certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). He is active in several professional medical organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Emergency Physicians, American Association of Physician Specialties, and the American College of Physicians. He was previously an Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Rutgers University Medical School.
A licensed physician in New Mexico since 2009, Dr. Hochhauser speaks Spanish and has dedicated his career to providing quality emergency care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Hochhauser’s Education and Training:
- Medical School: Rutgers University Medical School (now UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School)
- Residency: Internal Medicine and General Pediatrics residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Professional Affiliations:
- Board Certified Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine
- Board Certified Emergency Medicine, Americal Academy of Emergency Physicians
- American Association of Physician Specialties
- American College of Physicians
Megan Toney, FP NP
Megan Toney is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 12 years of emergency nursing experience and a strong commitment to patient-centered care. Throughout her career she has remained dedicated to improving health outcomes in rural and underserved communities with a commitment to treating her patients with dignity, respect, and individualized attention.
A proud New Mexico native, Megan was born and raised in the Land of Enchantment and has deep roots in the communities she has served. She earned her Associate of Science in Nursing from Western New Mexico University in 2014 and later completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at WNMU in 2020. She then went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Phoenix.
Throughout her career, Toney has provided care in a variety of healthcare settings, including emergency departments, home health services, and critical access hospitals in Silver City, Ft. Bayard and Truth or Consequences in New Mexico and in Vail and Lakeside in Arizona. Her background includes experience serving rural populations and patients receiving care through Indian Health Service facilities.
Megan is honored to serve the people of New Mexico and remains dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and improved quality of life for individuals and families throughout the region.
Megan Toney's Education and Training:
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Western New Mexico University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Western New Mexico University
- Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, University of Phoenix
Getting to Know Megan Toney:
Outside of her professional life, Megan enjoys traveling and exploring new destinations, cultures, and cuisines. She is also an avid animal lover and cherishes spending time with her canine companions. Whether caring for patients, discovering a new destination, or enjoying time with family and pets, Megan values connection, compassion, adventure, and lifelong learning.
Thomas McClendon, FP NP
A native of Deming, Tom has spent his life serving Luna County and the southwest region of New Mexico. He retired from the City of Deming Fire Department as a captain in 2005, after spending 20 years as a firefighter and EMT. He enrolled in nursing school at Western New Mexico University and graduated in 2009. He worked as a Registered Nurse at Mimbres Memorial Hospital in the Medical/Surgical Department and in the Emergency Department until 2014. He also became a flight nurse with Air Methods Corporation, and he received his master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2021. In 2022 Tom joined the staff of Mimbres Valley Medical Group Rural Health Clinic.
“Taking care of the Deming and Luna County community healthcare needs has been my honor for the last 41 years,” said McClendon. “I’m looking forward to continuing to serve patients in the Urgent Care.”
Thomas A. McClendon’s Education and Training:
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Western New Mexico University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Western New Mexico University
- Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Maryville University
Getting to Know Thomas McClendon:
In his free time Tom, enjoys restoring vintage automobiles, hunting, fishing and camping with his children and grandchildren