News Network Posts in 2017
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Melanie Zaffuto
North Oaks Health System is accepting applications for the 2017 Junior Volunteer summer program now through May 5. Applicants must be between the ages of 14 and 17, attend a mandatory orientation June 6, and commit to a minimum of eight service hours per week during the eight-week program that runs from June 12-Aug. 4. Call North Oaks Volunteer Services at (985) 230-6811 to request an application. ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Michael Watkins of Hammond has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer of North Oaks Health System. “With more than three decades of management and leadership experience, Michael is well-equipped to oversee business operations of our health system,” asserts North Oaks President/Chief Executive Officer Michele Kidd Sutton, FACHE. “The breadth of his professional experience and ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
North Oaks Sports Medicine certified athletic trainers have joined North Oaks Physician Group orthopaedic surgeons to select Abigail McNeal, Joshua Doussan, Jaila Golden and Brayden Davis as the 2016-2017 Winter “Student-Athletes of the Season” in Tangipahoa and Livingston parishes. Female and male students were chosen from both parishes, representing the months of November 2016 ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Heart Health Services Administrative Assistant Jennifer has received the North Oaks Health System Employee of the Month Award for December 2016. "Never underestimate the power of a smile, a listening ear or the smallest act of kindness," Jennifer shares. Jennifer joined the North Oaks Department of Laboratories in 2001 as a Clerical Assistant. In 2005, she transferred to Patient Services ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Intensive Care Unit Staff Nurse Stefanie has received the North Oaks Health System Nurse Excellence Award for November 2016. I "Every patient deserves respect and dignity," Stefanie shares. Stefanie joined the health system team in 1996 as a Staff Registered Nurse at North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital. Two years later in 1998, she transferred to the Telemetry Unit at North Oaks Medical ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Charge Nurse Roxanne has received the North Oaks Health System Nurse Excellence Award for October 2016. "Nursing allows me to comfort and encourage others in their times of need," Roxanne shares. Roxanne belonged to the Telemetry Unit team as a Staff Registered Nurse from 2012 to 2014. In March 2015, she returned to the hospital in the same position and accepted her promotion to Charge ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Certified Optician Leslie has received the North Oaks Health System Employee of the Month Award for November 2016. "I love helping our patients choose eyewear that makes them feel confident," Leslie shares. Leslie joined the Patient Access team in 2010 as an Insurance Verification Assistant. In 2011, she transferred to the Physician Group as a Clinic Insurance Assistant and became a ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Ideal Protein, a medically developed weight loss program that can help you make smarter eating choices and keep the pounds off, will be showcased at a free seminar on Thursday, Feb. 16, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. North Oaks Registered Dietitian Tracy Miller will lead the seminar in Meeting Room A of the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center, located within North Oaks Diagnostic Center at 15837 Paul Vega, ...
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Nanette White
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. and is affecting both men and women at a younger age. Now more than ever, it’s important to know your personal risk factors for heart disease, what a heart healthy lifestyle looks like for you, and the warning signs that could identify the onset of a heart attack. Dr. James Parker, a North ...
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Shantel Johnson
Watch this previously recorded Facebook Live session with Nurse Practitioner Shawn Dearie. He answers questions about cough and cold symptoms. To learn more about Shawn, visit www.northoaks.org/shawn.
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Melanie Zaffuto
North Oaks Health System, Tangipahoa Parish’s second largest employer, has received Business of the Year honors from the Greater Hammond Chamber of Commerce. North Oaks’ selection out of the Chamber’s more than 620 members was announced at the organization’s 67th installation and awards banquet held Jan. 26 at the Southeastern Louisiana University Student Union Grand ...
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Laura Hanzo
Download a copy of the latest issue of CommUnity here and read about: Sutton Steps Up To Lead North Oaks Health System Patient Has Heart Attack To Heal Do What It Takes To Be Healthy in 2017 2016 Annual Report to the Community (download fold-out poster) and more!
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Melanie Zaffuto
For the second consecutive year, what patients are saying about the exceptional care they received at North Oaks has earned the health system's diagnostic services and network of primary and specialty clinics national acclaim. “Everyone listened.” “I would recommend North Oaks to any of my friends and family members. What a blessing to have this health system!” ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
The North Oaks Board of Commissioners announces the formation of the North Oaks Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to improving health in Tangipahoa and Livingston parishes through philanthropic and advocacy efforts supporting the health system. A volunteer Board of Directors will govern the non-profit organization and includes: Chairman Guy Recotta Jr., Clerk of Court for the ...
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Nanette White
Surgery Center Staff RN Sheryl has received the North Oaks Health System Nurse Excellence Award for September 2016. “I aim to lessen the anxiety my patients and their loved ones may experience by providing compassionate, safe, quality care,” Sheryl shares. In October 2009, Sheryl became a Medicine Unit staff registered nurse at North Oaks. In 2011, she became a registered nurse ...
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Laura Hanzo
Labor & Delivery Staff RN Jennifer has received the North Oaks Health System Nurse Excellence Award for August 2016. “I strive to make expectant mothers’ experiences special and memorable,” Jennifer shares. In December 2011, Jennifer joined North Oaks as a Labor & Delivery Unit Staff RN. She also helps mentor new staff members as a preceptor. She earned a bachelor’s ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
Quality Control Specialist Mary has received the North Oaks Health System Employee of the Month Award for October 2016. “I enjoy making a difference in people’s lives,” Mary shares. Mary joined the North Oaks team in 1998 as a certified nursing assistant. Before accepting her current position in 2015, she also gained experience throughout the health system as a unit secretary, ...
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Melanie Zaffuto
In response to the winter weather conditions expected to impact the Northshore today and tomorrow, Jan. 6-7, North Oaks Walk-In and After Hours Clinics will observe the following special hours of operation: North Oaks Primary Care & After Hours Clinic in Ponchatoula has closed as of 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6. North Oaks Walk-In Clinics in Hammond and Walker will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 6. ...
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Nanette White
When Michele Kidd Sutton came to North Oaks Health System 28 years ago, she never imagined that one day she would be responsible for overseeing a nationally recognized health care organization with 2,600 employees. But in January, Sutton will assume the position as North Oaks President/Chief Executive Officer. She is replacing James E. Cathey Jr., who is transitioning into a yet-to-be defined role ...
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Nanette White
Camden Jayce Patrick arrived at North Oaks Medical Center at 4:25 a.m. on Jan. 1, making him the first baby to be born in the hospital in 2017. Camden was welcomed by parents Denise Green and Antonio Patrick of Hammond. Delivered by Dr. Jaime Edwards of Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology, he weighed 6 lbs., 9 oz. and was 18 ½ inches long. Pictured presenting the Welcome Baby Basket to ...
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