When Progress Isn’t Linear: One Family’s Autism Journey into Adolescence
April 1, 2026
As he enters middle school, Tyler continues navigating life with autism, epilepsy and hearing loss with support from his care
A New Era of Surgical Care in Northeast Louisiana
February 16, 2026
Dr. Sarah Ahmad and her team at St. Francis becomes the first in Northeast Louisiana to perform a fully robotic
Expert Heart Care Delivered with Compassion
February 3, 2026
Dale Smith shares how TAVR at FMOL Health | St. Francis restored his breathing, confidence and trust with expert care
Inside the Structural Heart Program at St. Francis
January 20, 2026
Learn how St. Francis’ Structural Heart Program brings advanced, minimally invasive heart care to Northeast Louisiana, helping patients improve their
Moments That Matter: Healthcare in Action
December 23, 2025
At St. Francis Medical Center, a housekeeper and a nurse show how courage, compassion and presence turn ordinary moments into
Barbara Love, CRT
October 21, 2025
When Barbara Love began her career with St. Francis Health in 1980, she had no idea it would become a
A NICU Journey of Hope: Weston’s Story
May 30, 2025
On a recent spring afternoon, Sarah Finney sits outside of her Crossett, Arkansas, home as she discusses her youngest son,
Raising the Standard for Moms and Babies Across Louisiana
April 23, 2025
Three FMOLHS hospitals have earned Birth Ready designations from LaPQC, recognizing their commitment to exceptional care for moms and babies
From the Dugout to the ICU: Coach Lou St. Amant’s Comeback Story
April 21, 2025
At 86, Coach Lou St. Amant still throws out the first pitch, still shows up for daily Mass and still
Nina Wade-Johnson
February 14, 2025
As a director of environmental services at St. Francis Medical Center, Nina Wade-Johnson takes pride in providing a consistently high
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,
Lisa Mitchell
February 5, 2025
When families face the uncertainty of chronic and terminal illnesses, Lisa Mitchell, MSW, DSW, stands beside them, offering guidance, support
purpose meets passion for physician practice manager
January 3, 2025
When Hannah Wofford, MS, joined St. Francis Health in 2022, she wasn’t just looking for a job. She was searching
Take Control: Tips to Prevent and Manage Diabetes
October 23, 2024
In Louisiana, diabetes is a serious health concern, with approximately 486,600 adults — 13.8% of the population — living with
Gail Talton
October 10, 2024
Gail Talton is celebrating an incredible 45 years with our health system. Starting as a mail clerk, her journey has
Gayle McDonald
October 10, 2024
Gayle McDonald marked an incredible milestone last May, celebrating 45 years as an operating room service line specialist at St.
from front desk to leadership: a journey of growth and impact
September 9, 2024
For more than 18 years, Pearl has been a beacon of dedication at St. Francis Health, leaving a lasting impact
Balancing Breastfeeding and College Classes
August 27, 2024
Emily found out she was pregnant at 19, in the middle of her sophomore year at the University of Louisiana