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New CMO Tackles Jail Healthcare Crisis
8 Jun
Summary
- Dr. Rebecca Fastle appointed Chief Medical Officer for Bernalillo County.
- Focus on improving safety for vulnerable MDC patient population.
- Initiatives to integrate healthcare and streamline patient communication.
Dr. Rebecca Fastle has been appointed Bernalillo County's Chief Medical Officer, a significant step in strengthening healthcare leadership. She began her role on June 1, 2026, and will guide medical policy for healthcare at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) and the juvenile detention center. Fastle's primary goals include improving safety for MDC's vulnerable patient population and ensuring compliance with the McClendon settlement agreement.
With extensive experience at MDC, Fastle will work to integrate healthcare entities to streamline communication and patient care. She acknowledges the significant challenges in meeting healthcare demands, particularly staffing shortages. Fastle also plans to lead initiatives addressing health needs across county programs and serve as a liaison to providers, aiming to connect fragmented services and ensure all teams are on the same page.
