Residents in Action – Graduate Medical Education
March 11, 2022
Across our health system, resident physicians are an important part of the care we provide. What is a Resident? A
Brent Allain Jr., MD
March 11, 2022
After spending much of his childhood hanging around his father’s family medical practice in the small south Louisiana town of
Kelly Finan, MD, MSPH, FACS, FASCRS
March 11, 2022
Helping people has always come naturally for Kelly Finan, MD, MSPH, FACS, FASCRS, colon and rectal surgeon at Our Lady
Nathan Hite, MD
March 11, 2022
Board Certified colorectal surgeon Nathan Phillip Hite, MD, is a lifelong Louisiana resident. Well, almost. “I like to say that
Mo Al Efishat, MD, FSSO
March 11, 2022
On paper, his credentials are impressive. Born and raised in Amman, Jordan, Mo Al Efishat, MD, received his medical degree
Five Tips to Eat Healthy and Seasonal During National Nutrition Month
March 5, 2022
It’s kind of perfect timing. National Nutrition Month falls in March, when we’re all likely starting to veer away from
Making History with Louisiana’s First Non-invasive Pediatric Spinal Surgery
March 3, 2022
On February 22, 2022, 14-year-old Emily made history that had nothing to do with the repeating twos in the date.
From Race-Day Training to Competitive Sports for Kids: Remember to Keep It Fun
March 3, 2022
Regular exercise is great for kids of all ages, but the most important thing is to keep the experience full
Avoiding Little League Elbow—An Injury Not Limited to Baseball
March 2, 2022
As the weather warms and baseball families head back to the diamond, young athletes–especially pitchers–are at risk of injuring their
Men in High-stress Jobs Need to Pay Attention to Heart Health
February 18, 2022
It wouldn’t be a spoiler to tell you that in the very first episode of the HBO series Succession, the
Get Outside and Active as a Family
February 14, 2022
Getting outside for some fresh air and activity as a family may be just what the doctor ordered, literally. Katie
Ranada Johnson, MD
February 11, 2022
“If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl, but whatever
Navigating Childhood Hormonal Disorders
February 10, 2022
Childhood growth and development can be complicated, but specialized care helps families manage any issues that may arise. Manish Raisingani,
Tips to Stay Safe and Warm During Winter Weather
January 20, 2022
Winter weather shows up so infrequently in the South that it may be hard to remember what steps to take
Keeping the Happy in Happy Birthday in the Hospital
December 20, 2021
While no one wants to be in the hospital for their birthday or the holidays, one young patient said he
Jason Peary Bridges, MD
September 7, 2021
It wasn’t a surprise to his family when Jason Peary Bridges, MD, decided to become a physician. His grandfather was one
Five Tips to Prevent Heartburn
July 19, 2021
Most of us have experienced that burning sensation in our chest we know as heartburn. Despite the name, the discomfort
Is It GERD or Acid Reflux?
April 6, 2021
If you’re experiencing persistent stomach pain, you may wonder whether it’s GERD or acid reflux. Get the facts.