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
New Year, New Skin: How The Medical Spa Can Help You Glow
December 31, 2024
As the calendar flips to a new year, you may be ready to prioritize your health and self-care. This year,
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
Local mom triumphs over breast cancer after comprehensive treatments at St. Francis locations in Northeast Louisiana
October 15, 2024
Joanna Allen first felt something amiss with her body in July 2022 while applying lotion to a rash. There was
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
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
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
The Power of Prompt Action: A Stroke, Fast Treatment and Recovery at St. Francis Medical Center
May 1, 2024
Although Ms. Willie Mae Davis downplays her experience of having a stroke last November at her home in Bosco, her
people inspired: from student nurse to bedside RN
April 24, 2024
For more than two years, Natalie Sims, RN, has been an essential part of the inpatient surgical services team at
people inspired: Leona’s dedication to social work
February 2, 2024
Although newer to our ministry, Leona, MSW, is planting herself in her role as a social worker in the case
April Worley
October 24, 2023
Physician office supervisor April Worley believes that the St. Francis Medical Group is a special place to work because everyone
Kathy Belt
October 16, 2023
Kathy Belt started her career at St. Francis Medical Center 45 years ago because she enjoyed helping people. Today, her
Lynn Weaver
October 12, 2023
Lynn Weaver’s job in medical records looks much different than it did in 1978, but she is invigorated by the
people inspired: how Chase surpasses expectations
October 4, 2023
Chase Ryals, CNMT, has been a nuclear medicine tech at St. Francis Health for about two years, and in that