Nov 15, 2023 | Patient Stories
Vicario Fletcher was having trouble breathing. At night, she would get winded just walking from her bed to the bathroom. She thought maybe it was her heart medication that was making her short of breath. An appointment with her cardiologist in August 2020 confirmed...
Nov 10, 2023 | Team Member Spotlights
Dizziness and vertigo were the first signs that something was wrong for Greg Brooks Jr., a senior safety for the LSU Football team. Greg was on his way to being a big part of the Tigers’ 2023 season after starting in 13 of 14 games last year. This season, his...
Nov 10, 2023 | Heart Health
In May 2023, Coach Kim Mulkey was riding high after an incredible NCAA championship for the LSU Women’s Basketball team. But a hidden heart condition could have derailed all of those celebrations. What should have been a routine scan of her neck following a previous...
Oct 31, 2023 | Primary Care, Seasonal
As the seasons change and we look for cooler weather, it’s essential to arm ourselves against the flu and its unwelcome companions. The key to navigating this season with confidence lies in fortifying our immune system, ensuring optimal sinus care and knowing...
Oct 27, 2023 | Team Member Spotlights
From nursing school through now serving as senior director of regulatory management, Phyllis Simmons, BSN, RN, has dedicated her career to Our Lady of the Lake Health. Having worked at Our Lady of the Lake for more than 50 years, Simmons has seen a lot of changes...
