Patient Stories Articles

Faith’s Journey: From NICU to Thriving

The Berken home in Lake Arthur is filled with love and activity. Although the oldest of the six Berken children have moved out, the entire family is together often for celebrations, meals and activities. In the midst of it all is the youngest, Faith, who will turn 10...

Geaux Hero: Exceptional Care Saved Liam’s Llife

When Liam Joshua started daycare in January, his family never imagined they'd soon face a nightmare. Within weeks, the 18-month-old was battling a severe illness that escalated rapidly, landing him in the ICU at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital. What began as...

A Voice for Awareness: Bryce’s Journey with Colorectal Cancer

Bryce Ramsey knows the importance of listening to her body. A nurse with 16 years of experience, she was no stranger to the demands of healthcare, but when subtle signs began appearing in her own life, she found herself on the other side of patient care. A Nurse’s...

From NICU Preemie to Thriving 4-Year-Old

The first time Kelsey held her son, Tahj, he was impossibly small — born three months early, weighing just over two pounds. Instead of going home with his parents, Kelsey and Daniel, he spent his first four months in the NICU at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s &...