From the Gridiron to Healthcare Leadership

From the Gridiron to Healthcare Leadership

Curry Allen, director for Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group, never expected to build a career in healthcare. In fact, after college and a stint playing professional football, he saw hospitals as cold, sterile places full of germs. But a part-time job as a patient...
Tippy Ventress

Tippy Ventress

Tippy Ventress, MSN, RN, serves as director of nursing at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital. Throughout her 28 years with our ministry, she has witnessed the profound impact that compassionate care has on patients and families. “My varied roles in my career —...
a journey to patient-centered care

a journey to patient-centered care

Courtney, LPN, knows firsthand how a supportive environment can transform patient care. From day one at Our Lady of Lourdes Health, Courtney has felt like a valued member of a team that prioritizes not only the well-being of patients but also the nurses who care for...
people inspired: a decades-long nursing career

people inspired: a decades-long nursing career

When moving from New Orleans to the Acadiana area 19 years ago, Jeaneth, RN, knew she wanted to work at a children’s hospital. “I wanted to work in a high-acuity hospital, and I wanted to be where there were a lot of specialties,” Jeaneth says. At the time there was...