Whether it takes the form of patient treatment, guest relations, expansion plans, community outreach and support or proactive concern for well being of our patients, employees, volunteers and physicians, North Oaks reason for being is to care for others.
Throughout the year, our dedication to care comes to life through our ongoing commitment to satisfying the continuing, ever-changing needs of our patients and their families.
December 31, 2007
North Oaks Clinic to Host Free “Healthy Resolutions” Presentation in Walker
Julius Robert Wilkerson’s birth, at 12:20 p.m. on January 1, has earned him and his parents, Jessica Chrystal and Robert Wilkerson of Amite, celebrity status at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond as Baby New Year 2008. [learn more]
December 31, 2007
North Oaks Diabetes Support Group to Learn about Risk Factors for Heart Disease
The North Oaks Diabetes Support Group will learn about risk factors for heart disease, as well as tips for lifestyle modification to reduce the risk of heart disease at their Tuesday, Jan. 8 meeting from 3-4 p.m. The free meeting will be held in Meeting Room C of the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center, located within North Oaks Diagnostic Center in Hammond. [learn more]
December 21, 2007
Nearly 300 Attend Annual NICU Reunion at North Oaks
Holiday wish lists were in order as nearly 100 children and 200 of their guests recently attended the annual Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) reunion at North Oaks Diagnostic Center in Hammond. [learn more]
December 20, 2007
Holy Ghost Fourth-Graders Donate Toys to North Oaks Pediatric Unit
The fourth-grade classes of Linda Owens, Beth Daschbach and Shannon Jordan at Holy Ghost Catholic School donated toys to the Pediatric Unit at North Oaks Medical Center on Wednesday,
Dec. 12. [learn more]
December 20, 2007
A Time to Remember … North Oaks Hospice Memory Tree
Ann Warmbir of Hammond places an ornament in memory of her late husband Ken on the North Oaks Hospice Memory Tree on Wednesday, Dec. 5. Ken was a Hospice patient prior to his passing in October of last year. [learn more]
December 11, 2007
Love Light Tree Honors 192, Remembers 527
Nearly 200 community members are being honored and over 500 loved ones remembered on this year’s Love Light Tree, sponsored by the North Oaks Medical Center Guild, according to the organization’s president and project chairperson Gladys Bordonaro. [learn more]
December 6, 2007
Jarreau Promoted to Assistant Human Resources Officer for North Oaks Health System
Jeff Jarreau, RN, BSN, of Independence has been promoted to Assistant Human Resources Officer for North Oaks Health System.
[learn more]
November 26, 2007
Watkins Promoted to Assistant Operations Officer of
North Oaks Health System
Michael Watkins of Hammond has been promoted to Assistant Operations Officer for North Oaks Health System. [learn more]
November 26, 2007
Sutton Among New Orleans CityBusiness Women of the Year
New Orleans CityBusiness recently honored North Oaks Chief Operating Officer Michele Kidd Sutton of Hammond as one of the publication’s “Women of the Year” for 2007.
[learn more]
November 21, 2007
Love Lights Available for Purchase
This holiday season, honor or remember someone special on the North Oaks Medical Center Guild’s Love Light Tree and help support their Hospice Patient and Social Services Samaritan Funds. [learn more]
November 21, 2007
North Oaks Clinic to Host Free “Pre-Diabetes Risks and Prevention” Presentation and Health Fair in Walker
Join North Oaks Family Medicine Physician DeSha Folgar, MD, for a free health fair and open forum discussion of the risks associated with pre-diabetes and tips for prevention on Thursday, Nov. 29 at 5-7 p.m. at the Livingston Parish Literacy and Technology Center, located at 9261 Florida Boulevard in Walker. [learn more]
November 21, 2007
North Oaks Medical Center to Host Annual NICU Reunion for Former Patients on Dec. 1
Former patients of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at North Oaks Medical Center and their families are invited to attend a holiday reunion on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9-11 a.m. in the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center, located within North Oaks Diagnostic Center at 15837 Paul Vega, MD, Drive in Hammond. [learn more]
November 16, 2007
North Oaks to Offer Free Car Seat Checks in Walker
Properly installed car seats can greatly increase a child’s safety while traveling in a motor vehicle. [learn more]
November 14, 2007
North Oaks Diabetes Education to Host Free “Diabetes Management during the Holiday Season” Class
Learn more about improving your eating habits and lifestyle while living with diabetes at the North Oaks Diabetes Education program’s free “Diabetes Management during the Holiday Season” class on Thursday, Nov. 15 at 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of North Oaks Diagnostic Center in Employee Training Center 1, located at 15837 Paul Vega, MD, Drive in Hammond. [learn more]
November 8, 2007
North Oaks Joins Participating Provider Network for Choices Plus Members
North Oaks Health System has signed a participating provider agreement with Peoples Health to deliver health care services to individuals who are enrolled in Choices Plus, a local Medicare Advantage plan. [learn more]
November 1, 2007
Hammond Cardiology Becomes North Oaks Cardiology on Nov. 1
Hammond Cardiology has become a clinic of North Oaks Health System effective Nov. 1, 2007, according to North Oaks Chief Operating Officer Michele Kidd Sutton.
[learn more]
October 8, 2007
Flu Shots Now Available at North Oaks Clinics
Flu shots are now available for $30 at North Oaks Clinic locations in Hammond, Independence and Walker. [learn more]
October 2, 2007
North Oaks Offers Students Opportunity to Explore Medical Careers
If you are a student between the ages of 14 and 20 thinking about a career in health care, you may want to consider joining the Medical Explorers program of North Oaks Health System.
[learn more]
September 25, 2007
Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology Moves to C.M. Fagan Drive in Hammond
On Monday, Oct. 1, 2007, Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology physicians Marya J. Porter, MD, and Thuc B. Tran, MD, along with Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Keri G. Burkes, APRN, will begin seeing patients at their new clinic, located at 1010 C.M. Fagan Drive, Suite 100 in Hammond. Patient appointments will be available between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays. [learn more]
September 21, 2007
Healthy Eating in the “Fast Lane”
The North Oaks Diabetes Support Group will learn how to make healthier choices when considering fast foods at their Wednesday, Oct. 10 meeting from 6-7 p.m.
[learn more]
September 12, 2007
Pediatricians Now Seeing Patients at North Oaks Specialty Clinic in Walker
Seven pediatricians are now seeing and accepting new patients at North Oaks Specialty Clinic in Walker in response to community requests.
[learn more]
September 12, 2007
Dr. Jay Kumar Joins Northshore Internal Medicine Associates in Hammond
Internist Jay Kumar, MD, of Hammond has joined the practice of Northshore Internal Medicine Associates in Hammond. He will begin seeing patients on Monday, October 1, 2007.
[learn more]
September 11, 2007
Women in Cancer Treatment Invited to Free Dinner Presentation of Look Good…Feel Better on Monday, Oct. 8
North Oaks Health System and the American Cancer Society will offer a free dinner presentation of Look Good…Feel Better, on Monday, October 8 from 4-6:30 p.m. in the North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital Classroom, located at 1900 S. Morrison Blvd. in Hammond. [learn more]
September 10, 2007
Cancer Support Group Reaches Out to Patients, Survivors and Caregivers
The Tangipahoa Parish Cancer Support Group invites all patients, survivors and caregivers to attend their next meeting on Thursday, Sept. 20 from 2-3 p.m. to meet others living with cancer and provide mutual encouragement to one another. [learn more]
August 2 , 2007
North Oaks Walk-In Clinic—Hammond to Open 7 Days/Week
Effective Saturday, August 18, North Oaks Walk-In Clinic in Hammond will extend hours to Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. [learn more]
July 27, 2007
Radiologic Technology Certificates Conferred on 12 Graduates
Certificates were conferred upon the 12 members of the thirty-eighth graduating class of North Oaks School of Radiologic Technology on Thursday, July 5, 2007. The commencement ceremony was held in the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center, located within the North Oaks Diagnostic Center. [learn more]
July 9, 2007
North Oaks Clinic Family Continues to Grow
Marya J. Porter, MD, and Thuc B. Tran, MD, will join the North Oaks Clinic network as physicians of Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology effective July 9, 2007. Nurse Practitioner Keri G. Burkes, WHNP, also will be joining the practice. [learn more]
May 21, 2007
North Oaks Honored by Louisiana Society for Hospital Public Relations and Marketing
The marketing, business development, physician services and print and production efforts of North Oaks Health System were honored at the Twenty-sixth Annual Spring Conference and Pelican Awards hosted by the Louisiana Society for Hospital Public Relations and Marketing (LSHPRM) on Friday, April 27 at the Baton Rouge Marriott. [learn more]
May 9, 2007
Plans for North Oaks-Livingston Parish Medical Complex Announced
North Oaks Health System, the largest community-based health care organization serving the Florida Parishes since 1960, will expand its presence in Livingston Parish by developing a major medical complex in Satsuma. [learn more]
April 26, 2007
Trent Joins North Oaks as Admissions Director
Laura Trent of Avondale recently joined North Oaks Health System in Hammond as Admissions Director. She will oversee the areas of patient admissions, registration, scheduling and insurance verification. [learn more]
April 19, 2007
North Oaks Hospice and Richard Murphy Hospice Foundation Formalize Partnership
North Oaks Hospice and the Richard Murphy Hospice Foundation have formally partnered to provide care and compassion to individuals with life-limiting illnesses. [learn more]
April 10, 2007
Dr. Robert Peltier Appointed North Oaks Chief Medical Officer
Robert Peltier, MD, of Ponchatoula has retired from the internal medicine practice of Northshore Internal Medicine Associates to join the North Oaks Health System senior management team as Chief Medical Officer. [learn more]
April 10, 2007
North Oaks Specialty Clinic to Host Free “Eat Better, Feel Better” Class
Learn how to improve your eating habits to help achieve a healthier lifestyle at North Oaks Specialty Clinic’s free “Eat Better, Feel Better” class on Thursday, April 19 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Livingston Parish Literacy and Technology Center, located at 9261 Florida Boulevard in Walker. [learn more]
April 5, 2007
North Oaks Website Offers E-Card Greeting Service
Should you have a friend or family member hospitalized overnight at North Oaks Medical Center or North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital, you may now choose to send him or her a complimentary, personalized e-card via www.northoaks.org. [learn more]
April 4, 2007
6-Week Summer Program Helps Teens Become Better Athletes
Teen athletes have the chance to get a “kick” out of their summer by participating in the North Oaks Sports Medicine Performance Program June 4 - July 13, 2007.
[learn more]
March 30, 2007
Battling Cancer with a Positive Self-Image
For women living with cancer, a confident self-image may positively affect their outlook and the effectiveness of their treatment. This philosophy is at the heart of “Look Good…Feel Better,” an American Cancer Society program. Its goal is to inform and inspire women with the determination and courage to take on the challenges of their disease and therapy.
[learn more]
March 30, 2007
Diabetes and Exercise: Get Movin’! Feel Good!
By attending North Oaks Diabetes Support Group Meeting in April, persons with diabetes and their families and friends will learn about the important role exercise plays in controlling diabetes.
[learn more]
March 19, 2007
Spring into Health at the Robert Community Health Fair
Plan to “Spring into Health” with your family at the Robert Community Health Fair. The free event will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2007 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Crossgate Church in Robert.
[learn more]
March 1, 2007
Northshore Internal Medicine Associates Joins Network on March 1
Northshore Internal Medicine Associates has become a clinic of North Oaks Health System effective March 1, 2007, according to North Oaks Chief Operating Officer Michele Kidd Sutton.
[learn more]
January 25, 2007
Dugas Selected as North Oaks Physician of the Year for 2006
Based on exceptional dedication to people, service, leadership, continuous improvement in patient care and community involvement, General Surgeon B. Forrest Dugas, MD, of Hammond has been selected as North Oaks Health System’s 2006 Physician of the Year. [learn more]
January 25, 2007
North Oaks Specialty Clinic Hosting “Heart 101” Screening Event
Get “schooled” on your personal risk of heart disease by enrolling in “Heart 101,” a free screening event to be sponsored by North Oaks Specialty Clinic in Walker on Saturday, February 10 from 8 a.m. to noon. [learn more]
January 25, 2007
North Oaks Seeks Junior Volunteers for Summer 2007
North Oaks Health System offers young people, ages 14 through 17, a unique opportunity for community service combined with career exploration. [learn more]
January 22, 2007
Physicians Announce 2007 Medical Executive Committee for North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital
Nine area physicians have been selected by their peers to the North Oaks Medical Center Medical Executive Committee for 2007. Those officers will act as liaisons between the North Oaks Medical Staff and North Oaks Board of Commissioners. [learn more]
January 22, 2007
North Oaks Medical Center Physicians Appoint 2007 Medical Executive Committe
Nine area physicians have been selected by their peers to the North Oaks Medical Center Medical Executive Committee for 2007. Those officers will act as liaisons between the North Oaks Medical Staff and North Oaks Board of Commissioners. [learn more]
January 22, 2007
Cancer Support Group Reaches Out to Patients, Survivors and Caregivers
The Tangipahoa Parish Cancer Support Group invites all patients, survivors and caregivers to attend their next meeting on Thursday, February 15 from 2-3 p.m. to meet others living with cancer and provide mutual encouragement to one another. [learn more]
January 2, 2007
North Oaks Medical Center Welcomes First Baby of 2007
Hayden Matthew Logsdon’s birth, nearly 10 hours after midnight on January 1, has earned him celebrity status at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond as Baby New Year 2007. [learn more]
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