Eunice Fire Chief Back on Duty After Heart Surgery
February 24, 2026
After a heart attack uncovered a rare congenital coronary defect, Eunice Fire Chief Chaise Brown underwent life-saving open-heart surgery at
Heart Disease Doesn’t Happen Overnight
February 19, 2026
Dr. David Theodoro shares what he sees when heart disease goes untreated and the warning signs people miss before it’s
A Life-Saving First: Mississippi’s First TAMBE Patient at St. Dominic Hospital
October 23, 2025
When 76-year-old farmer Dan Branton thinks about his care at St. Dominic Hospital, one word rises above the rest: grateful.
What Mammograms Can Reveal About Your Heart Health
September 30, 2025
Most women know mammograms are essential for catching breast cancer early. But fewer know these same images can also provide
Pioneering Heart Rhythm Care in Acadiana
February 18, 2025
For atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients, it’s “a game-changer.” That’s how Patrick Welch, MD, describes the Medtronic PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation
Protecting the Heart While Fighting Cancer
February 14, 2025
When facing cancer, patients and their doctors focus on beating the disease. But what happens when the very treatments that
Redefining Excellence in Cardiothoracic Surgery
February 5, 2025
Excellence drives everything Sarah Ahmad, MD, does as a cardiothoracic surgeon at St. Francis Health in Monroe. For Dr. Ahmad,
Healthy Hearts, Happy Kids: Ideas to Keep Your Family Active and Eating Well
January 29, 2025
Building good heart-healthy habits from a young age can set your kids up for a lifetime of wellness. From nutritious
Heart-Healthy, Southern Inspired Flavor
January 28, 2025
When you think of Southern cooking, heart health might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But
Understanding Pulmonary Hypertension
January 20, 2025
Pulmonary hypertension is a serious but often misunderstood condition that affects the heart and lungs. Experts David Moll, MD,
Heart Health 101: Expert Tips on Prevention, Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes
January 7, 2025
When it comes to heart health, prevention is key. Experts Tiffany Ardoin, MD, FACP, internal medicine physician with Our Lady
For Heart Health: How to Keep Your Cholesterol in Check
August 29, 2024
Maybe you’ve been told to watch your cholesterol, or you have a family history of high cholesterol? Or maybe you’re
Opelousas Pastor on the Road to Recovery After Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital Team Uses Advances to Treat Heart Damage
March 18, 2024
When most people think about the symptoms of a heart attack, they often picture sudden problems like chest pain and
Don’t Let Daylight Savings Mess with Your Sleep
March 5, 2024
Losing one hour of sleep can be a pain. It can also take a toll on your health if you
Geaux Hero: Director of Our Lady of the Lake’s Structural Heart Program Treats the Toughest Heart Disease Cases
February 21, 2024
When Jorge Castellanos, MD, started working at Our Lady of the Lake Health in 2019, its heart services looked different
Geaux Hero: How a Cardiologist at Our Lady of the Lake Treated LSU Coach Kim Mulkey for Heart Blockage
January 31, 2024
Federico De Puy, MD, was headed out of the office one day in spring 2023 when one of his colleagues
Celebrate Love, Joy and Healthy Hearts as a Family
January 23, 2024
Valentine’s Day serves as a beautiful reminder to prioritize the health of our physical hearts while strengthening the love we
A Matter of the Heart: Connecting Community Outreach and Clinical Research
December 15, 2023
As Our Lady of the Lake’s medical director of research, Dr. Hollis “Bud” O’Neal’s responsibilities include developing and improving access