About Us Articles

From the Dugout to the ICU: Coach Lou St. Amant’s Comeback Story

At 86, Coach Lou St. Amant still throws out the first pitch, still shows up for daily Mass and still inspires everyone who knows him. But just a few months ago, he suffered a stroke following a cardiac procedure which could have benched him for good. Thanks to quick...

Coming Full Circle: The Launeys’ Life of Faith, Service and Love

For Sandra and Sonny Launey, volunteering at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center is more than a weekly commitment — it’s a shared mission rooted in faith. Sandra, 82, has volunteered at Our Lady of Lourdes since 2013. Sonny, 80, joined her in 2016. Even in...

Geaux Hero: Zachary’s Journey to a Confident Smile

Zachary Dugruise has been part of the Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health family since he was a baby, after being diagnosed with a cleft lip and palate. What began as a referral for specialized care turned into a long-term relationship with a multidisciplinary team...

From Fragile Beginnings to Thriving Futures: Catching Up with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital’s First Patients

Five years later, we catch up with three of Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital’s first patients — stories of resilience, growth and hope.