For more than 40 years, Sister Dorothea Sondgeroth, O.P., associate executive director for St. Dominic’s Foundation, has been a cornerstone of St. Dominic’s. Beginning her journey as a dietitian and later teaching in the school of nursing while serving as director of dietetics, her commitment to this ministry has been nothing short of extraordinary. Sr.…
For decades, St. Dominic’s has been a pioneer in healthcare for Mississippi and beyond — a legacy that Jeremy Tinnerello, RN, MSN, MHA, CEN, market president for St. Dominic Health, is honored to carry forward.“When I think back to when the Dominican Sisters came from Springfield and brought their mission to Jackson in the 1940s,…
For Sister Karina Dickey, O.P., PhD, senior director of mission integration and formation, St. Dominic’s isn’t just a hospital — it’s a ministry built on faith, compassion and a deep commitment to serving the community. As mission leader for 16 years, Sister Karina has been a guiding force in ensuring that every patient, team member…
For Theilet S. Washington, BSN, RN, the path to St. Dominic Health started with a firsthand look at the teamwork that defines the hospital. As a critical care transport nurse in the Mississippi Delta, she frequently brought patients to St. Dominic’s for advanced cardiac care. Each visit deepened her admiration for the collaborative environment. “Everybody…
A simple, yet powerful emblem, the Tau honors our past and embraces our future, reflecting our mission and values. A Symbol of Faith and Service The Tau cross has deep roots in the Franciscan tradition, first used by St. Francis of Assisi as a symbol of humility and service. Since the 1990s, it has represented…
Ryan McBride has been part of St. Dominic’s for 18 years, managing the St. Dominic Family Medicine Dogwood Clinic and witnessing firsthand the commitment that defines our healing ministry. But when he experienced a stroke, that commitment became deeply personal. “The people I used to work with were the ones who helped take care of…
When Ashley Smith, MBA, BSRT(R)(CT), joined St. Dominic’s in 2001, he wasn’t sure if his future lay in nursing or radiology. What he did know is that he wanted to be in healthcare. “I walked into radiology and told them I was looking for a job,” Ashley recalls. “The assistant director at the time pretty…
When Emanuel Godfrey, RT, first walked through the doors of St. Dominic Hospital in 2002, he was looking for a job. What he found was his calling. “When I got here and during my interview, a Sister came on the intercom and said a prayer,” Emanuel recalls. “And I knew in my spirit that this…
Sometimes, how we healthcare is rooted in faith and revealed through the compassion we show every day. At St. Dominic Health, the mission goes far beyond providing excellent medical care — it’s about serving with faith, compassion, and a deep commitment to the community. LeeAnn Prisk, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, director of professional practice and…
A routine checkup led to Ed Carruthers’ multiple myeloma diagnosis. His journey to recovery and a milestone 50th wedding anniversary included Our Lady of the Lake.
Celebrating one year of the Hogs for the Cause Family Support Home, a haven for families and patients needing care at Our Lady of the Lake Health.
When it comes to preventive care, we may think of annual checkups, vaccines and managing blood pressure. But one of the most important – and often overlooked – screenings is for colorectal cancer. Why Colorectal Cancer Screening Matters Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the U.S., but it is also one…
Would you believe that the most commonly used kitchen appliance for family meals isn’t the stove, oven or even the microwave? It may actually be the power window. April Hamilton, RN, BSN, pediatric gastrointestinal and healthy weight nutrition nurse with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, shares her advice on making small changes to…
Sheryl Miller thought it was just stomach pain. As a registered dental hygienist for nearly 37 years, she was used to taking care of others — not being the one in the hospital. But in November 2023, a sudden wave of abdominal pain led her to the ER — twice. “I thought I was just…
For atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients, it’s “a game-changer.” That’s how Patrick Welch, MD, describes the Medtronic PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation System, a non-thermal ablation technology that uses electrical pulses instead of heat or freezing. “The procedure time is down to under an hour, and patients are up and walking out of the hospital in just…
At 59, Jim Teague, BS, SBB (ASCP), was healthy, active and had no reason to expect a heart attack. As senior director of core laboratory and blood services at Our Lady of the Lake Health, Jim has spent more than a decade ensuring patients get fast, accurate test results — data that can mean the…
Tippy Ventress, MSN, RN, serves as director of nursing at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital. Throughout her 28 years with our ministry, she has witnessed the profound impact that compassionate care has on patients and families. “My varied roles in my career — as a preceptor, coordinator, charge nurse, supervisor, manager and director…
Jacquelyn Taylor’s role as an orthopedic/pain management LPN at Our Lady of the Angels involves providing compassionate care to patients undergoing orthopedic treatments and managing pain, ensuring they receive the best possible outcomes. Inspiration Rooted in Love Jacquelyn’s path into healthcare was deeply influenced by a personal experience with her mother. In 2003, Jacquelyn’s mother…