From the Gridiron to Healthcare Leadership
March 19, 2025
Curry Allen, director for Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group, never expected to build a career in healthcare. In
from MA to LPN: how Avignon fast-tracked her nursing career
January 3, 2025
Avignon Dumas, LPN, has been part of the team at Our Lady of the Lake Health for more than 15
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
Ryan’s journey from caregiver to healthcare leader
January 3, 2025
Ryan McBride’s commitment to serving others is deeply rooted in his early life experiences and his professional journey. As the
a ray of light for care coordination
January 3, 2025
After spending years in various nursing roles, from bedside care to home health, Autumn “Sunshyne” Morris, RN, BSN, was ready
a decade of dedication: from entry-level to key player
January 3, 2025
Over the past 10 years, Celeste Shelvin has grown from an entry-level position to being a key player on Our
prioritizing quality and community care
January 3, 2025
For over 30 years, Jill Breazeale, RN, has been a driving force for excellent patient care in her community. From
a journey to patient-centered care
January 3, 2025
Courtney, LPN, knows firsthand how a supportive environment can transform patient care. From day one at Our Lady of Lourdes
From Patient Attendant to VP: 27 Years of Leading with Compassion
December 10, 2024
Jason Rogers, MSN, RN, never set out to lead; in fact, he almost turned down his first leadership role in
Families Treating Families: Mother-Daughter Duo Caring for Baton Rouge’s Children
November 1, 2024
For Michelle Flechas, MD, and her daughter, Meaghan Smith, MD, medicine is more than a profession – it’s a family
Geaux Hero: Tina Labatut Overcoming Breast Cancer with Strength and Grace
October 9, 2024
Tina Labatut, RN, BSN, OCN, began her journey with breast cancer just before Christmas 2022. As the director of operations
Building a Legacy: A Master Pediatrician’s Journey
September 24, 2024
With a medical career spanning continents and decades, Raghubir Mangat, MD, has dedicated her career to pediatric medicine, culminating in
Geaux Hero: How Dior’s Compassionate Care Changes Lives
September 18, 2024
For Ariane “Dior” Tero, CNA, compassion isn’t just part of the job — it’s the heart of everything she does.
new mission, same passion: Ashlyn’s leap from teaching to tech
September 9, 2024
When Ashlyn joined our health system in November 2021, she didn’t just start a new job. She embarked on an
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
inspired to care: a new nurse’s story of support and growth
August 26, 2024
When Dallas, LPN, talks about her experience at Our Lady of the Angels Hospital, her eyes light up with gratitude
from dish room to director: Patsy’s inspiring career journey
August 26, 2024
More than 30 years ago, Patsy Tennon found herself at a crossroads, searching for a job to support her family.
Inspired by Compassion: A Living Kidney Donation
May 2, 2024
Remarkable stories of resilience and healing happen every day at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital, but an extraordinary