News Network Posts in 2014
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If you have medical questions, and are not sure what online medical resources you can trust, North Oaks Physician Group’s new website, NorthOaks.tv, may have your answers. NorthOaks.tv, a website health channel that features videos with North Oaks providers addressing a variety of conditions and illnesses, is scheduled to launch in spring 2014. “It is now a common practice to search ...
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The North Oaks Sports Medicine team has recognized Bailey Lee, Steven Liuzza, Tyler Pigott and Lauren Thompson as “Student-Athletes of the Month.” Loranger High School’s Bailey Lee has a 4.0 grade point average (GPA). She is a guard on the girls’ basketball team and is a “walking billboard for work ethic and overcoming adversity,”according to Girls Basketball ...
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The Tangipahoa Parish Council has voted to appoint Ann Carruth, DNS, RN, and Joycelyn M. Lee, R.Ph., a retired licensed pharmacist, to each serve a 6-year term on the North Oaks Health System Board of Commissioners. Ms. Lee will replace Guy Recotta Jr., whose term expires at the end of May 2014. Both appointments were voted upon at the Parish Council’s March 24 meeting and will become ...
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Spring is here! While you are out enjoying beautiful weather and outdoor activities, remember to take care of your eyes and keep them healthy. Dr. Daniel Dodson of North Oaks Eye Care Clinic offers tips for keeping the eyes healthy and safe on KSLU's "Point of View" with Rosa Dunn.
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The North Oaks Health System Board of Commissioners has named A.J. Bodker and Ann Carruth, DNS, RN as officers for 2014. Bodker leads the Board as Chairman with Carruth as Vice Chairman. Mr. Bodker, a Ponchatoula native, has served on the North Oaks Board of Commissioners for 10 years. He was initially nominated to the Board by the Ponchatoula Rotary Club and appointed by the Tangipahoa Parish ...
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Ear, Nose and Throat Physician Nancy Mellin, MD, has earned certification in Sleep Medicine through the American Board of Otolaryngology (ABOto). Her certification is valid from Feb. 1, 2014 through June 30, 2024. She also is certified in Otolaryngology through ABOto. With 25+ years of experience in caring for patients of all ages, Dr. Mellin practices at Northshore ENT in Hammond, which is a ...
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Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the U.S. The good news is that when caught early, colorectal cancer can be cured. The best way to prevent colorectal cancer is early and regular screening. The American Cancer Society recommends screenings, such as fecal occult blood testing and colonoscopies beginning at age 50. Screening can detect polyps before they become ...
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The North Oaks Sports Medicine team is cheering for D’Antonio Daigre, Thomas Shepard, Cameron Tate and Taylin Underwood as “Student-Athletes of the Month.” Walker High School’s Daigre has a 3.7 grade point average (GPA). He is a power lifter, and has “moved up in weight classes to selflessly make room for other teammates,” according to Coach James Roberts. He ...
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The Digital Mammography Departments at North Oaks Diagnostic Center in Hammond and North Oaks-Livingston Parish Medical Complex in Satsuma have earned a 3-year Gold Seal of Accreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR) . Digital Mammography is a specific type of imaging that takes a low-dose X-ray picture of the breast to aid in the early detection and diagnosis of breast diseases. ...
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Sybil Paulson, Senior Vice President/Rehabilitation Hospital Administrator was a guest on KSLU 90.9 FM's "Point of View" and talked with host Rosa Dunn about how to choose a rehabilitation facility for your loved one. Click the link to listen to the show.
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Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments of dry eyes.
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North Oaks Health System and the March of Dimes are partnering together to help improve the health of babies by supporting efforts to prevent premature birth, birth defects and infant mortality. North Oaks is serving as the Presenting Sponsor for this year’s March for Babies campaign. Dr. Marya Porter of Magnolia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Walker, which is a clinic of North Oaks Physician ...
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Hammond Pulmonologist Katherine St. Amant, MD, has joined North Oaks Physician Group. She practices with Dr. Arvind Yertha at North Oaks Pulmonology Clinic. Dr. St. Amant has nearly 40 years of experience in Internal Medicine and Pulmonology and specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory system diseases. She treats conditions, such as asthma, emphysema, bronchitis and ...
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The North Oaks Sports Medicine team has chosen Bobbi Amar, Keenan Austin, Marshall Graves and Samara Scott as “Student-Athletes of the Month” for December 2013. St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Catholic High School (STA) junior Bobbi Amar, 17, has a 4.0 GPA. She is a cross country distance runner. She was the school’s top runner during the first part of the season, taking first place ...
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Post-Operative Director Jackie Carr submitted the following story: No matter where North Oaks Nurses find themselves, their calling to help others is strong. A trio of Surgical Services Nurses recently came across the scene of a motor vehicle accident. Orthopaedics/Neuro Unit Staff RN Nicole, Surgery Unit Staff RN Tara and Endoscopy Staff RN Alicia quickly jumped into action to help Fire ...
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During the next few evenings, from 9 p.m.- 5 a.m., pedestrian traffic in the interior main lobby (front entrance of the Signature Building) will be restricted, and an alternate route will be necessary. The restrictions are necessary for flooring work. Access to the area surrounding the Main Information Desk and Admitting will be limited. Enter the staff corridor though the Radiology Waiting Area ...
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Dr. Nik Abraham talks about the risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for heart and vascular diseases on "Health Notes" with Johnny Chauvin on Tangi 96.5. Click the link to listen to the show. Learn how to "Find Out the State of Your Heart" from Dr. Abraham at one of our upcoming seminars on February 13 and February 19. For information and to register online, click here.
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Tharonae Lindsey was the first baby born at North Oaks Medical Center in 2014. The baby girl was born to parents Tara and Tharon Lindsey of Loranger on Jan. 1 at 1:08 a.m. She weighed 5 lbs., 14.5 oz., measured 16 ¾ inches long and was delivered by Nurse Midwife Mary Byars of North Oaks Obstetrics & Gynecology. For more information about North Oaks Women & Children’s Services, ...
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