Team Member Spotlights Articles

infection prevention starts with people

Infection prevention isn’t just about policies and protocols — it’s about people. Karen Estela, MPH, RN, CIC, FAPIC, an infection prevention nurse at Our Lady of the Lake, makes every decision centered on ensuring patients receive the best care possible.  As a valued...

from MA to LPN: how Avignon fast-tracked her nursing career

Avignon Dumas, LPN, has been part of the team at Our Lady of the Lake Health for more than 15 years, starting as a medical assistant and now working as a licensed practical nurse.  Her career path has been a testament to the health system’s supportive culture, which...

purpose meets passion for physician practice manager

When Hannah Wofford, MS, joined St. Francis Health in 2022, she wasn’t just looking for a job. She was searching for a place that resonated with her values and passion for healthcare. As a physician practice manager overseeing five primary care clinics within St....

Ryan’s journey from caregiver to healthcare leader

Ryan McBride’s commitment to serving others is deeply rooted in his early life experiences and his professional journey. As the physician practice manager at St. Dominic Family Medicine – Dogwood, Ryan has always been driven by a profound desire to care for those...