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              • North Oaks Dietetic Interns Mark National Nutrition Month

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                March 24, 2016
                • In The News
                North Oaks Health System’s Dietetic Interns are observing National Nutrition Month by reminding the community to “savor the flavor of eating right.” They hosted a free Cajun and Southern cooking demonstration for the public on March 4 at Alack Culinary Equipment and Supply in Hammond. Forty participants sampled blackened catfish topped with roasted okra, pan-fried green tomatoes, ...
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              • Southeastern Athletics, North Oaks Health System Extend Partnership Through 2020-21

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                March 23, 2016
                • Media Release
                Southeastern Louisiana University Athletics and North Oaks Health System have agreed to extend their partnership through the 2020-2021 athletic season whereby North Oaks continues to serve as the official health care provider of Southeastern Athletics, SLU Director of Athletics Jay Artigues announced on Wednesday. North Oaks Health System and Southeastern Athletics have been long-time partners, ...
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              • Family Nurse Practitioner April Kluka McIntyre of Springfield Joins Staff of North Oaks Primary Care Clinic in Livingston

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                March 23, 2016
                • Media Release
                Springfield native and resident April Kluka McIntyre, MSN, FNP-C, has joined North Oaks Physician Group as a Family Nurse Practitioner with North Oaks Primary Care Clinic in Livingston. New adult and pediatric patients, age 2 and older, are now being accepted. To schedule an appointment or get information on accepted insurance plans, call (225) 686-4930. A member of the North Oaks Health System ...
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              • Labor & Delivery Charge Nurse Wanda Receives Nurse Excellence Award

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                March 18, 2016
                • In The News
                Labor & Delivery Charge Nurse Wanda has been honored with the North Oaks Health System Nurse Excellence Award. "Being a part of an amazing, life-changing experience for new families is an honor," Wanda shares. Wanda worked at North Oaks from 1982-1987 as a Unit Secretary. She then earned an associate degree in Nursing from Gordon College in Barnesville, Georgia in 1992 and returned ...
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              • Tips to Help You "Savor the Flavor of Eating Right" Shared on KSLU 90.9 FM's "Point of View"

                March 18, 2016
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                In honor of National Nutrition Month, Dietetic Intern Julia Palmisano shares ways you can eat healthy without sacrificing flavor on KSLU Radio 90.9 FM's "Point of View" with host Rosa Dunn.
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              • Cleaning Up Safely After A Flood

                March 17, 2016
                • In The News
                Many of our neighbors are cleaning up after the recent floods. Be sure to do so safely to protect yourself and your loved ones. These resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and FEMA offer information and great tips for safe cleaning: http://www.cdc.gov/mold/pdfs/homeowners_and_renters_guide.pdf http://www.cdc.gov/mold/cleanup.htm ...
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              • North Oaks Sports Medicine Student-Athletes of the Month for February Announced

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                March 15, 2016
                • In The News
                North Oaks Sports Medicine and North Oaks Physician Group’s orthopaedic surgeons have selected Camryn Flanagan of St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Catholic High School in Hammond, Damien Morgan of Independence High School, Ja’Myra Dickson of Walker High School and Damariae Claiborne of Springfield High School as “Student-Athletes of the Month” for February 2016. Camryn Flanagan ...
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              • Buyer Melanie Named Employee of the Month

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                March 9, 2016
                • In The News
                Buyer Melanie has received the North Oaks Health System Employee of the Month Award for January 2016. “I'm dedicated to working with our team to effectively and efficiently provide our health care professionals with the equipment and supplies they need to care for our patients," Melanie shares. Melanie joined North Oaks in 1989 as a Clerical Assistant in the Radiology Department. ...
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              • Choose A Team Approach To Health Care

                Posted By Percival Kane
                February 24, 2016
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                To download a PDF version of this article as it appears in our newsletter CommUnity, please click here. If your child takes a tumble, but your pediatrician isn’t immediately available, you may find that seeing a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a great option. While some folks are just learning about the benefits of including PAs and NPs (also called “advanced ...
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              • I Need To Get A What?

                February 24, 2016
                • Community Newsletter
                If you think the idea of having a colonoscopy is embarrassing or scary, you are not alone. Many Americans skip this test that looks at the inner lining of your large intestine because they are afraid, or don’t know what to expect. Yet an outpatient colonoscopy is the single most important thing you can do to prevent getting colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is a term used for cancer that ...
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              • Mending Hearts

                Posted By Laura Hanzo
                February 24, 2016
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                To download a PDF version of this article as it appears in our newsletter CommUnity, please click here. Sometimes children are born with a “hole in the heart,” causing fear in parents from their child’s first breath. But, sometimes the condition goes undetected for years before causing problems later in life. Robert Meehan Sr., pictured, is one of those patients. Although he is ...
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              • Barsley Appointed to North Oaks Health System's Board of Commissioners

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                February 16, 2016
                • Media Release
                The Tangipahoa Parish Council appointed long-time Ponchatoula resident, Robert E. Barsley, DDS, JD, to the North Oaks Health System Board of Commissioners for a 6-year term in December 2015. Barsley fills the post vacated by retired educator A.J. Bodker of Ponchatoula in February 2016. “I have been an interested observer of North Oaks Health System for many years,” Barsley shares. ...
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              • Should You Wear Custom Ear Molds?

                Posted By North Oaks Rehabilitation Services
                February 16, 2016
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                Did you know North Oaks Rehabilitation Services offers custom made ear molds? If you are prone to swimmer's ear or ear infections or participate in hunting and aviation activities, ear molds may help prevent damage to your hearing. Watch this video to see how easily ear molds can be made just for you, and learn about the protection benefits of wearing them. Ready for your custom pair? Schedule ...
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              • Bodker Retires from North Oaks Health System's Board of Commissioners

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                February 12, 2016
                • Media Release
                A.J. Bodker of Ponchatoula has retired from the North Oaks Health System Board of Commissioners following 12 years of service from February 2004 to February 2016. Bodker’s tenure on the Board of Commissioners and as Chairman of its Building Committee coincides with numerous milestones for the health system. Several additions were completed, including North Oaks Diagnostic Center in 2004; ...
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              • Transradial (Wrist) Catheterization

                February 10, 2016
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                Learn about an innovative new method known as transradial catheterization that treats heart blockages through the wrist.
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              • Bradycardia

                February 10, 2016
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                Dr. Parker discusses Bradycardia (slow heart rate) and how pacemakers and other devices can help people with this condition.
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              • Atrial Fibrillation

                February 10, 2016
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                Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment options of the most common irregular heart rhythm or arrhythmia, known as Atrial Fibrillation.
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              • Heart Attack

                February 9, 2016
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                The signs of heart attack may be different in women than in men. Learn about them and available treatment options.
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              • North Oaks Sports Medicine Student-Athletes of the Month for January 2016 Announced

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                February 5, 2016
                • In The News
                North Oaks Sports Medicine and North Oaks Physician Group’s orthopaedic surgeons have selected Meghan Becerra of St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Catholic High School in Hammond, Bryant Griggs Jr. of Ponchatoula High School, Tré Lessard of Maurepas High School and Charley Shaffer of Springfield High School as “Student-Athletes of the Month” for January 2016. Meghan Becerra is a ...
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              • EMR Analyst & Licensed Respiratory Therapist Tammy Named Employee of the Month

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                January 29, 2016
                • In The News
                Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Analyst and Licensed Respiratory Therapist Tammy has received the North Oaks Health System Employee of the Month Award for December 2015. “ I help to make sure health care providers have the information they need to give our patients the very best care, ” Tammy shares. Tammy joined North Oaks in 1996 as a Licensed Respiratory Therapist. In 2011, she ...
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              • Childhood Immunizations

                January 28, 2016
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                Learn why immunizations are so important as well as the schedules for children, preteens and teens.
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              • Getting the Right Treatment for Back Pain (KSLU Radio 90.9 FM "Point of View")

                Posted By Jared Rochelle, MD
                January 28, 2016
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                If back pain is slowing you down, listen to KSLU Radio 90.9 FM "Point of View" Host Rosa Dunn and Pain Management Specialist Jared Rochelle, MD, talk about how finding the source of your pain and getting the right treatment can help you get back to living your life.
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              • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)

                January 22, 2016
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                Dr. Kopfler explains what causes Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and what steps you can take to prevent it.
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              • Getting the Right Treatment for Back Pain

                January 14, 2016
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                If you’re experiencing back pain, you’re not alone. About 70-80 percent of us will experience back pain at some point in life. In this Tangi 96.5 FM “North Oaks Health Notes” interview, Dr. Jared Rochelle talks about how he can help you find out why you're in pain and then get you the right treatmentafor it so you can get back to living your life to the fullest.
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              • North Oaks Sports Medicine Student-Athletes of the Month for December Announced

                Posted By Melanie Zaffuto
                January 12, 2016
                • In The News
                North Oaks Sports Medicine and North Oaks Physician Group’s orthopaedic surgeons have selected Ashlee Stafford of Oak Forest Academy in Amite, Austin Ballow of Jewel Sumner High School in Kentwood, Treasure Mansur of Walker High School and Cheyenne Labruzza of Albany High School as “Student-Athletes of the Month” for December 2015. Ashlee Stafford, 17, is a junior student and ...
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