When Jorge Castellanos, MD, started working at Our Lady of the Lake Health in 2019, its heart services looked different than they do now. While the team of cardiologists was performing certain minimally invasive procedures that provide an alternative for heart disease patients who are at high risk of surgical complications, the options available to…
Waterfront homes in Louisiana are usually high off the ground because of flooding, and Venessa Chapman’s home on the Ouachita River is no different. Fifteen steps of a staircase take her from her driveway on the ground floor to the front door each day. Even in her 60s, Venessa was used to making it up…
In honor of Black History Month 2024, we are recognizing and celebrating the contributions and achievements of several team members within our health system. These team members come from diverse backgrounds and serve in various roles, and they are united in their passion to serve the communities we are privileged to serve. This year’s Black…