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Louisiana Tennis Coach Recovering from Pancreatic Cancer

Shelby Graciana had spent her whole life as a successful athlete. From the time she was a teen, Graciana was a star on the tennis court, at one point ranking as the top tennis player in Louisiana. More recently, Graciana has worked as a tennis coach in South...

Motherhood Against the Odds: An Inspiring Journey

When a tragic accident left Katie Hughes paralyzed, her dreams of motherhood seemed impossible. But with unwavering faith and incredible support, Katie’s journey became an inspiring testament to the power of resilience and love. Embracing God’s Plan In 2011, a...

Going Above and Beyond: Exceptional Physical Therapist Gives Courage and Confidence

When Jaclyn and Todd Peters brought their 9-year-old daughter Cecilia to Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health for physical therapy, they expected professional care. What they experienced, however, was nothing short of exceptional. Todd is manager of imaging at Our...

Diabetic Wound Care Patient Credits Lourdes Team for Healing and Compassionate Care

Stepping inside a hyperbaric oxygen chamber might be intimidating for a lot of people. Eric Navarre was one of them. He had a diabetic wound on his foot that wasn’t healing properly, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy can help speed up the healing process. The treatment...

Rosalind’s Gratitude for Exceptional Pediatric Care

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What began as persistent fever and swelling on the side of 2-year-old Mila’s neck led to a hospital stay over the holidays, including two...

Geaux Hero: 4-year-old Leukemia Patient Gets Expert Care at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital

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In January 2023, Destiny O’Bryan was starting to worry about her daughter. At 3 years old, Ahnalyse Choplin wasn’t much of a napper, but...

Challenges and Triumphs: Keeping the Gabriel Family Close During a NICU Stay

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Bringing a child into the world is filled with joy, excitement and anticipation. For Kristen and Michael Gabriel, their journey through...

Geaux Hero: After a Work-Related Accident and 37 Surgeries, Ryan Boudreaux is on the Road to Recovery Thanks to Our Lady of the Lake

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Going through surgery requires a lot from a patient, including a determination to heal and recover in order to get back to a normal...

Carson’s Journey with Child Life Services

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In the heart of every child beats a rhythm of dreams, laughter and boundless curiosity. For 8-year-old Carson Fremin and his family, life...

Brightening Futures One Smile at a Time: Ms. Gwen’s Experience with St. Bernadette Community Clinic

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Lafayette native Gwendolyn Marie Dunbar, affectionately known as Ms. Gwen, experienced transformative care from St. Bernadette Community...

Geaux Hero: Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital Helps Two-Year-Old Breathe Easy with Reconstructed Airway

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Respiratory issues due to COVID-19 and RSV are a top concern for parents and pediatric doctors. For two-and-a-half-year-old Carter Parker,...

Innovative COPD Procedure Helps Our Lady of the Lake Patient Breathe Easier

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Vicario Fletcher was having trouble breathing. At night, she would get winded just walking from her bed to the bathroom. She thought maybe...

Three-Time Breast Cancer Survivor Shares Her Remarkable Story

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In 1994, Trudy Marlbrough faced a battle that shaped her: a diagnosis of breast cancer. Although she experienced 25 years of remission,...

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