Respiratory Care Services
The Cardiopulmonary Department provides respiratory care throughout MCHD, including inpatient therapy, outpatient services, and respiratory support for patients receiving emergency care.
Meet Our Leadership
Angel Nieto, AAS, RRT, CTTS
Cardiopulmonary
Cardiopulmonary Director
Angel Nieto brings 26 years of cardiopulmonary experience and 21 years of service at Martin County Hospital District. As Cardiopulmonary Director, he leads respiratory care services throughout the hospital with a focus on quality, collaboration, compliance, and responsive patient care.
Department
Cardiopulmonary
MCHD Service
21 Years
Experience
26 Years
Credentials
AAS, RRT, CTTS
Department focus
Respiratory Care Across MCHD
As Cardiopulmonary Director, Angel Nieto oversees respiratory care services throughout Martin County Hospital District with a focus on quality, compliance, teamwork, and responsive patient care.
Pulmonary Function Testing
The department provides pulmonary function laboratory testing to help evaluate lung function and support the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions.
Leadership and Collaboration
Angel works to provide strong leadership for his team while coordinating policies, procedures, and departmental operations that support MCHD's mission, goals, and patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science
Credentials
RRT, CTTS
Registered Respiratory Therapist · Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist
Experience
26 Years
Current role
Cardiopulmonary Director
About Angel
A Career Built Around Respiratory Care
Angel Nieto's career in healthcare began at Physicians and Surgeons Hospital in Midland, Texas, where his first job was in the maintenance department as a landscaper. That experience inspired him to pursue a career in the medical field. Today, he brings 26 years of experience to cardiopulmonary care, including 21 years of service at MCHD.
Outside of work
Angel enjoys reading and horse racing.
21 years at MCHD
Angel has spent more than two decades serving MCHD and working alongside departments throughout the hospital.
A proud milestone
One of his proudest achievements was the start of 24-hour, seven-day-a-week cardiopulmonary services at MCHD.
Looking ahead
His vision is to continue expanding and growing the Cardiopulmonary Department to better serve the needs of the community.
Cardiopulmonary Care
Learn More About Angel's Team
The MCHD Cardiopulmonary Department provides respiratory care throughout the hospital, including inpatient therapy, pulmonary function testing, outpatient services, and emergency respiratory services. Explore the department and learn more about the care available at MCHD.