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STHS unveils first-in-region mobile lung screening unit
Friday, July 11, 2025
In its continuing effort to combat stubbornly low population health metrics in South Louisiana, St. Tammany Health System on Thursday (July 10) rolled out its latest mobile screening unit, a first-in-the-region lung screening vehicle designed to bring potentially life-saving cancer screenings directly into the community.
Give blood, get free Blue Bell ice cream
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
STHS’s Paul D. Cordes Outpatient Pavilion will host a blood drive next Wednesday (July 9), and all successful donors will receive a coupon for a free pint of Blue Bell ice cream along with a Blood Center T-shirt.
STHS announces holiday hours for the Fourth of July 2025
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
With the Fourth of July holiday coming up this Friday, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following hours for the extended weekend
Parenting Center July 2025 schedule, at a glance
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
A look at the events and activities on tap this month at the St. Tammany Health System Parenting Center.
Health system to host free diabetes education program
Monday, June 30, 2025
St. Tammany Health System’s Diabetes Education program hosts a free, hands-on health education experience featuring weekly sessions on diabetes self- management.
STHS cuts ribbon on primary care clinic at Money Hill
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
St. Tammany Health System leadership was joined by local dignitaries and residents on Tuesday, June 24, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tours of its newest St. Tammany Physicians Network primary care clinic, located just outside the Money Hill subdivision in the Bush/Waldheim area of St. Tammany Parish.
STHS scores 18 wins in inaugural Best of St. Tammany awards
Monday, June 23, 2025
Readers of NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune and the St. Tammany Farmer have named St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital the best hospital on the Northshore in the inaugural Best of St. Tammany awards
STHS earns national recognition for diabetes care
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has been designated a Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes by the independent Leapfrog Group and the American Diabetes Association
'Northshore Healthbeat' S2 E9: A Monument to Modern Medicine
Monday, June 2, 2025
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ hosts Bridget Lobello, far left, and Amy Bouton, far right, talk with St. Tammany Health System’s Brian Grissom and Amy Wade about the game-changing new St. Tammany Health System Surgery Center.
STHS’s Dr. Merrill Laurent talks men’s health on WVUE-Fox 8
Monday, June 2, 2025
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, and to mark the occasion, St. Tammany Health System’s own Dr. Merrill Laurent visited the WVUE-Fox 8 studios in New Orleans
STHS announces hours for Memorial Day 2025
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
In observance of Memorial Day, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following hours of operation for Monday (May 26, 2025).
STHS again earns national recognition for patient experience
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
St. Tammany Health System has once again received Healthgrades’ Outstanding Patient Experience Award, placing it in the top 5% of U.S. hospitals for patient experience and underscoring the health system’s focus on providing quality, patient-centric care.
STHS unveils groundbreaking lab upgrade from Abbott at St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Thursday, May 15, 2025
St. Tammany Health System has partnered with representatives from global healthcare company Abbott to unveil the installation of Abbott’s innovative GLP systems Track automated laboratory solution at the health system’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
'Northshore Healthbeat' S2 E8: The Family Medicine Formula
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
For this episode of ‘Northshore Healthbeat’ Dr. Lisa Casey, the director of the St. Tammany Health System/Ochsner Family Medicine Residency Program, and first-year resident Dr. Meghan Castillo join hosts Amy Bouton and Bridget Lobello for a discussion about the first year of the first-in-the-region program.
Grief and gratitude: Read our latest issue of Heart to Heart
Friday, May 9, 2025
Read the latest headlines from St. Tammany Health System, including the story of a how love helped a borkenhearted couple endure.
STHS Lab Director Mackey Martarona profiled in Life Sciences Review
Friday, May 2, 2025
The always-busy STHS Lab Director Mackey Martarona recently sat down with Life Sciences Review to talk about the recent lab upgrade, her rapid ascent from phlebotomist to lab director, and her approach to finding solutions to the myriad challenges that come with the job.
STHS earns 19th consecutive ‘A’ grade for patient safety
Thursday, May 1, 2025
For the 19th consecutive grading period, St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has earned an “A” grade for patient safety for spring 2025 from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization. The recognition extends St. Tammany’s streak, which began in 2016, to nine and a half years. No other Louisiana hospital or health system has received as many consecutive A’s.
Parenting Center May 2025 schedule, at a glance
Thursday, May 1, 2025
At look at the events and activities on tap this month at the St. Tammany Health System Parenting Center.
Guild members celebrated at annual volunteer luncheon
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
St. Tammany Health System leadership paid tribute to members of the St. Tammany Hospital Guild with a “Name That Tune”-themed luncheon at Tchefuncta Country Club in Covington.
STHS butterfly release honors organ donors, families
Monday, April 28, 2025
Dozens of butterflies took wing Friday from St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, part of a twin celebration both recognizing April as Organ Donation Month and expressing gratitude for the gift of life made every day by organ donors.
Happy National Volunteer Week to our St. Tammany Hospital Guild
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
In March 1955, just months after St. Tammany Parish Hospital first opened its doors, a group of like-minded local residents gathered at the Southern Hotel in Covington to discuss ideas for how they could help serve the new hospital’s healing mission. Seventy years later, the all-volunteer St. Tammany Hospital Guild is still going strong.
Easter Bunny brightens season for cancer center families
Friday, April 18, 2025
The Easter Bunny got an early start on this weekend’s festivities on Thursday, hopping by St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center to lift the spirits of invited cancer patients and their families.
'Northshore Healthbeat' S2 E7: Let’s talk about that thing nobody wants to talk about
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
On this episode of “Northshore Healthbeat,” the official podcast of St. Tammany Health System, we talk with Palliative Medicine expert Emily Pupo about Advance Care Directives -- and why they're so important for everyone to consider.
STHS announces holiday hours for Easter 2025
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
In observance of Easter, the St. Tammany Health System Pharmacy at Braswell’s will be closed Sunday (April 20, 2025) in observance of Easter. It will resume normal operating hours Monday.
Save the date: STHS sets April 24 blood drive
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
St. Tammany Health System will host a blood drive on April 24, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E6: Changing the face of healthcare for patients with autism
Friday, April 11, 2025
On today’s episode of Northshore Healthbeat, we sit down with St. Tammany Health Foundation Executive Director Nichole Suhre and Board of Trustees member Sunny McDaniel to talk about their work in the autism arena and why it is so profound for patients with autism and those who love them.
Ask the STHS expert, with breast surgeon Dr. Christopher Porter
Monday, April 7, 2025
With Women’s Health Month coming up in May, we sat down with Dr. Christopher Porter of St. Tammany Health System’s High Risk and Breast Disease Clinic, to discuss breast health.
STHS to open primary care clinic at Money Hill in Bush/Waldheim area
Thursday, April 3, 2025
– St. Tammany Health System has announced the addition of a primary care clinic at Money Hill to its growing stable of St. Tammany Physicians Network primary care locations.
Foundation efforts changing the face of autism care on Northshore
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
April is Autism Awareness Month, and St. Tammany Health Foundation is once more putting it in the spotlight as its works to improve healthcare for patients with autism in St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E5: Rich Mauti on his Cancer Crusade
Monday, March 31, 2025
Former New Orleans Saints standout Rich Mauti joins St. Tammany Health System’s “Northshore Healthbeat” podcast to talk about his decades of work on behalf of cancer causes -- including a recent gift praised as "transformational."
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for April 2025
Thursday, March 27, 2025
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Metairie Bank Northshore extends Monster Mash sponsorship through 2027
Thursday, March 27, 2025
With the three-year renewal, the bank’s Monster Mash sponsorship will reach 11 years, dating to 2017.
STHS New Family Center again earns Birth Ready+ designation
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
The New Family Center at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has again achieved the Birth Ready+ designation from the Louisiana Perinatal Quality Collaborative, a program administered through the state Department of Health.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E4: Talking Colorectal Health
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, so we sit down with two experts on the matter- gastroenterologist Dr. Brandon Brousse and family medicine specialist Dr. Maria Roberts - about ways to take control of your gut health, as well as signs that it might be time to have a deeper conversation with your primary care physician.
End of an era: COO Sharon Toups reflects on 23 years at STHS
Monday, March 17, 2025
As she prepares to retire, Chief Operating Officer Sharon Toups reflects on her two-plus-decades at the helm of St. Tammany Health System.
Cancer Center honors patients, survivors, caregivers at ‘Celebrating You’ event
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Northshore cancer patients, survivors and caregivers were honored Tuesday as part of “Celebrating You,” a quarterly tribute at St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center designed both to salute their determination and remind them of the broad community committed to supporting them.
How to vote for STHS in inaugural Best of St. Tammany poll
Monday, March 10, 2025
Voting is now open in The Times-Picayune’s first-ever Best of St. Tammany contest, and St. Tammany Health System has been nominated in more than a dozen categories.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E3: Cancer is a Team Sport
Friday, March 7, 2025
Host Amy Bouton gathers medical oncologist Dr. Suma Reddy-Satti; surgical oncologist Dr. Brian Pettiford; radiation oncology specialist Dr. Erik Lappinen; and Nurse Practitioner Renee Christman, who focuses on hematology oncology, for a roundtable discussion on the team approach to care at St. Tammany Cancer Center -- A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
St. Tammany Parish Hospital to host Ash Wednesday blood drive
Monday, March 3, 2025
With the craziness of Carnival behind us, and with local blood inventories critically short on Type O+ blood, St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital will host a blood drive on Ash Wednesday (March 5, 2025).
STHS announces 2025 Mardi Gras hours
Thursday, February 27, 2025
St. Tammany Health System has announced its hours of operation for Mardi Gras 2025 at its various clinics and other locations throughout the community.
STHS Sleep Disorders Center reaccredited through 2029
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
St. Tammany Sleep Disorders Center in Covington recently earned program reaccreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, demonstrating its commitment to the provision of high-quality care for people who have sleep problems.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E2: Called to give
Thursday, January 30, 2025
In our second episode of 2025, members of the all-volunteer St. Tammany Hospital Guild discuss their 'why?' in this episode of 'Northshore Healthbeat,' the official podcast of St. Tammany Health System.
Blood drive set for today at STHS Outpatient Pavilion
Monday, January 27, 2025
St. Tammany Health System is hosting a blood drive today (Monday, Jan. 27, 2025) at the Cordes Outpatient Pavilion in Covington from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E1: Let us begin
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Hosts Amy Bouton and Mike Scott start 2025 by welcoming STHS President and CEO Joan Coffman to the studio.
STHS names local healthcare veteran Jack Khashou new chief operating officer
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Jack Khashou, a Northshore healthcare leader with more than 30 years of experience, has been named chief operating officer of St. Tammany Health System.
STHS Board of Commissioners welcomes S. Dale Jenkins as newest member
Thursday, January 9, 2025
S. Dale Jenkins of Covington, a retail and consumer business expert with experience across the retail, consumer goods, technology, healthcare and financial services spheres, has been appointed to serve as a member of the St. Tammany Health System Board of Commissioners.
STHS art show spotlights work of Mary Helen Seago
Monday, January 6, 2025
“Celebrations in Bloom,” a solo exhibition of the works of artist Mary Helen Seago, continues through Feb. 5 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
STHS welcomes hand surgeon Dr. Grayson Terral
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Dr. Grayson Terral joins St. Tammany Health System, relocating his practice to the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic on St. Ann Drive in Mandeville.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ E16: Congratulations! You have diabetes! One patient’s success story
Thursday, January 2, 2025
It is the diagnosis nobody wants to hear, but the simple truth is that diabetes can be managed – if you know how.
STHS announces free Advance Care Planning workshops for 2025
Thursday, January 2, 2025
St. Tammany Health System’s Palliative Medicine program has announced the continuation of its Advance Care Planning and Education Walk-Up Workshop series in 2025.
Here's how to help in wake of New Year's terror attack
Thursday, January 2, 2025
In the wake of the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans, The Blood Center is urging local donors to consider giving blood at this crucial time.
Meet St. Tammany’s Baby New Year 2025
Thursday, January 2, 2025
The first baby born in 2025 at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington hospital was a baby girl born to Trinity Carr and Derek Lounge.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ E15: Merry Mocktails!
Friday, December 20, 2024
The year-end holiday season is upon us – which for many means eating, drinking and being merry. But what if you prefer to celebrate in moderation? This mocktails episode of “Northshore Healthbeat” has your name all over it.
STHS cuts ribbon on state-of-the-art same-day surgery center
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
The Northshore welcomed the next generation of local healthcare on Tuesday (Dec. 17, 2024) with the grand opening of the new St. Tammany Health System Surgery Center, a $75 million, same-day surgical facility described as the most technologically advanced of its kind in the Gulf South.
STHS announces holiday hours for Christmas 2024, New Year’s
Monday, December 16, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has announced the following hours for the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
STHS again ranked among nation’s best in 10 areas, including patient safety
Monday, December 16, 2024
Women’s Choice Award has ranked St. Tammany Health System among the Best Hospitals in America, placing it in the top 10% of 4,675 hospitals in 10 distinct specialty areas for 2025. That includes a top 4% ranking in patient safety as well as inclusion among the top 100 hospitals for patient experience.
STHS maternity care named among nation's best by U.S. News & World Report
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
The New Family Center at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has again been included on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Hospitals for Maternity Care for 2024-2025. It is one of only 12 Louisiana hospitals on the list and the only hospital in St. Tammany Parish to be included.
The Grinch joins Ruby’s Kids for cancer center holiday party
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The Grinch joined Santa Claus and volunteers with the local nonprofit Ruby’s Kids in spreading holiday cheer to the families of patients at St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
STHS to host hiring event for new surgery center
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
With our new $75 million St. Tammany Health System Surgery Center set to go online in early January, we are hiring for an array of positions, from nurses and nursing assistants to lab assistants and more.
STHS lab issues year-end blood drive challenge to community
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
The St. Tammany Health System lab is challenging the community to donate blood to help it surpass the 300-pint mark for 2024.
STHS celebrates 70 years of caring for the Northshore
Monday, December 2, 2024
Exactly 70 years to the day of its 1954 opening, St. Tammany Health System celebrated its history, its mission and the community it serves with a festive anniversary event Sunday night (Dec. 1) in the lobby of Covington’s St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
70 for 70: Yesterday, today and tomorrow …
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Note: This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 70: Yesterday, today and tomorrow …
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for December 2024
Thursday, November 28, 2024
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
70 for 70: The (new) family stone
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 69: The (new) family stone.
Parenting Center December 2024 schedule, at a glance
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
At look at the events and activities on tap in December 2024 at the St. Tammany Health System Parenting Center.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ E14: Talking toys with the parenting pros
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
If you've got little ones on your list, you'll want to listen to this episode of 'Northshore Healthbeat,' because the parenting experts at our St Tammany Parenting Center have pulled together their annual toy gift guide, and we unveil it for you in this episode.
STHS announces Thanksgiving 2024 holiday hours
Thursday, November 21, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has announced the following holiday hours for Thanksgiving 2024, which is next Thursday, Nov. 28.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E13: United in Lung Health
Monday, November 18, 2024
Megan Broussard and Caitlin Hunter join us for this latest episode of our “Northshore Healthbeat” podcast – which, not coincidentally, arrives smack in the middle of National Cancer Awareness Month – to talk about why promoting the life-saving potential of lung cancer screenings is so close to their hearts.
STHS earns 18th consecutive ‘A’ grade for patient safety
Friday, November 15, 2024
For the 18th consecutive grading period, St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has earned an “A” grade for patient safety for fall 2024 from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization.
70 for 70: When COVID came calling
Friday, November 15, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 67: When COVID came calling.
The Louisiana Child Care Parent Poll is now open
Thursday, November 14, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Education, the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, and Agenda for Children and Women United of Southeast Louisiana are researching childcare arrangements in Louisiana, and they need your help.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E12: In Case of Emergency
Friday, November 8, 2024
You know already that St Tammany Health System is the Northshore's premier destination for maternity care. You also know its St Tammany Pediatrics practice is the best place to go for expert pediatric care. But what happens when your little ones have an emergency?
In the Name of the Father: Read our latest issue of Heart to Heart
Thursday, November 7, 2024
It was 1979, and Rich Mauti had every reason to feel on top of the world. Then, on Nov. 16, 1979, news came that would change everything. That’s the day Mauti learned his father had lung cancer, the disease that would eventually claim his life. It would also give the young Mauti a new mission: to tackle cancer with the same passion and dedication he brought to the football field.
70 for 70: Where y’at?
Thursday, November 7, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 66: Where y’at?
Parenting Center’s ‘Letters from Santa’ program returns for 2024
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
With Christmas just around the corner, the elves at St. Tammany Health Foundation and St. Tammany Parenting Center are once again arranging for their pal Santa Claus to write personalized letters to local children.
Parenting Center November 2024 calendar of events, at a glance
Friday, November 1, 2024
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for November 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for November 2024
Thursday, October 31, 2024
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
70 for 70: The dream team
Thursday, October 31, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 65: The dream team.
The STHS Parenting Center's 2024 toy guide is here
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The holidays are here – and so is the STHS Parenting Center’s annual Toy Guide for 2024.
James L. Core, a four-decade member of STHS board, dies
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
James L. Core, vice chairman of the St. Tammany Health System Board of Commissioners – a body on which he served with distinction for more than 41 years – died Saturday. He was 82.
STHS hosts first NICU reunion since COVID
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Care providers from St. Tammany Health System’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit reunited Sunday (Oct. 27) with some of their former patients, the first such reunion held by the Northshore’s leading provider of maternal care since the onset of the COVID pandemic in 2019.
The Great Pumpkin visits STHS's NICU babies
Monday, October 28, 2024
It’s Halloween season, and to mark the occasion the NICU team at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital dressed up the little peanuts in their care as characters from “Peanuts” the comic strip.
70 for 70: The secret ingredient
Thursday, October 24, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 64: The secret ingredient.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E11: United in Breast Health
Thursday, October 24, 2024
STHS Community Engagement Director Anne Pablovich and St. Tammany Health Foundation Director Nicole Suhre join 'Northshore Healthbeat' hosts Mike Scott and Amy Bouton for a discussion about the health system's breast cancer awareness efforts.
Power of Pearl lung cancer walk returns for second year
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s United in Lung Health Power of Pearl campaign, a monthlong observation timed to coincide with National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, is back. The second annual event includes a T-shirt sale, a special lung screening day and a one-mile community walk.
70 for 70: A grand evolution
Friday, October 18, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 63: A grand evolution.
70 for 70: Hail to the chiefs
Thursday, October 10, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 62: Hail to the chiefs.
Can you pass the #ClearTheCrib Challenge?
Thursday, October 10, 2024
October is Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month, and to mark the occasion Mother-Baby nurses from St. Tammany Health System’s New Family Center asked colleagues to take the Clear the Crib Challenge.
A story of luck, gratitude – and a life-saving STHS nurse
Friday, October 4, 2024
Paul Clifton was in the middle of a workout at the Cardiac Rehab gym at St. Tammany Health System's Paul D. Cordes Outpatient Pavilion. Then it happened.
70 for 70: Wild horses
Thursday, October 3, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 61: Wild horses.
CityBusiness names STHS among best workplaces in New Orleans area
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
For the third year running, St. Tammany Health System has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness’ Best Places to Work in the New Orleans metro area.
Parenting Center October 2024 schedule, at a glance
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
At look at the events and activities on tap this month at the St. Tammany Health System Parenting Center.
Breast cancer T-shirt isn’t just a shirt; to these women, it’s personal
Monday, September 30, 2024
St. Tammany Health Foundation's 2024 breast cancer awareness T-shirts are a symbol of community, of compassion and of the friendships forged among the cancer patients who designed them and their care providers.
RECIPE: Chef Adam Kirzner’s healthy Shrimp Creole
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Chef Austin Kirzner of Covey Rise Farms and Lodge shares his recipe for Shrimp Creole as part of Healthier Northshore’s free Eat Well, Live Well cooking demo series.
STHS nurses honored at NDNA Nurse Excellence Awards
Thursday, September 19, 2024
St. Tammany Health System hosted the Northshore District Nurses Association’s 2024 Nurse Excellence Awards on Tuesday night (Sept. 17), and several of its nurses where among the honorees.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E8: Huddling Up for Healthy Tailgating
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
In the latest episode of St. Tammany Health System’s “Northshore Healthbeat” podcast, we huddle up with Clinical Dieticians Sarah Brignac and Jessica Greer to game-plan suggestions for feeding our appetites for good football and good health all at once.
STHS hosts blood drive today, amid Francine-related shortage
Friday, September 13, 2024
As the Blood Center rallies locals to roll up their sleeves in the wake of Hurricane Francine, St. Tammany Health System will host a blood drive today (Friday, Sept. 13) at its flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital campus in Covington.
70 for 70: The shoes off her feet
Thursday, September 12, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 58: The shoes off her feet.
Hurricane Francine: STHS post-storm update, hours
Thursday, September 12, 2024
As the Northshore wakes up this morning to the aftermath of Hurricane Francine, here's the latest updates on the state of St. Tammany Health System facilities.
Francine update: STHS announces adjusted hours
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
With Tropical Storm Francine expected to make landfall Wednesday evening in central-south Louisiana as a Category 2 hurricane, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following temporary changes to its operating hours:
STQN announces 2024 third-quarter Medical Director’s Award
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) has presented its third-quarter Medical Director’s Award to Dr. Seth McVea for his outstanding performance in achieving pediatric quality goals.
70 for 70: A father’s love
Friday, September 6, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 57: A father’s love.
STHS nurses honored at 2024 Nightingale Awards
Friday, September 6, 2024
The Louisiana Nurses Foundation held its 2024 Nightingale Awards and Gala on Saturday (Aug. 31) in Baton Rouge, and St. Tammany Health System’s Nursing Department was well represented.
Who dat say they wanna be a blood donor?
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s quarterly blood drive is coming up on Friday, Sept. 13, and all successful donors will receive a black-and-gold-themed “Give Dat” T-shirt.
Mauti Cancer Fund donates $500,000 for mobile lung cancer screening unit at STHS
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
In a resounding blow against stubborn population health metrics in South Louisiana, the Rich Mauti Cancer Fund DBA Mauti Cancer Fund on Tuesday presented a $500,000 donation to St. Tammany Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of St. Tammany Health System, for the purchase of a leading-edge mobile lung screening unit for use across the Northshore.
Parenting Center schedule for September 2024, at a glance
Friday, August 30, 2024
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for September 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
70 for 70: ‘Heroes among us’
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 56: ‘Heroes among us.’
STHS announces Labor Day 2024 hours
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has announced the following special hours for Labor Day weekend 2024 for its clinics and other facilities.
Cordes Outpatient Pavilion alters hours amid renovation
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
As part of an ongoing lobby renovation, St. Tammany Health System’s Paul D. Cordes Outpatient Pavilion will close at 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30 – an hour earlier than usual – and will remain closed through the Labor Day holiday.
Healing on the halfshell: Program taps cancer patients’ artsy side
Monday, August 26, 2024
As part of a new art therapy program at St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Cancer of Ochsner Medical Center, patients and their caregivers were recently invited to paint oyster shells that will then be sold at THE Gala to raise money for similar cancer center programs.
70 for 70: In the name of the father
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 55: In the name of the father.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E7: What’s up, Doc? Ask the Pediatrician
Friday, August 16, 2024
Dr. Seth McVea of the St. Tammany Pediatrics clinic in Mandeville answers listeners’ questions on the latest episode of ‘Northshore Healthbeat,’ a twice-monthly podcast from St. Tammany Health System.
70 for 70: Taking root
Friday, August 16, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 54: Taking root.
St. Tammany Parish Hospital ranks among nation’s best for heart attack treatment
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2024.
St. Tammany Parish Hospital among most recommended in Louisiana
Thursday, August 8, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital is among the top-recommended hospitals in Louisiana, according to a state-by-state listing published Tuesday by Becker’s Hospital Review.
Ask the expert: What’s the best sunscreen?
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
We all know we should be wearing sunscreen when we go outside, but what's the best one? We asked dermatologist Dr. Shahraam Kamalpour. Here's what he said.
So you want to work at St. Tammany Health System …
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
The STHS Human Resources Department has scheduled a Career Discovery Session for local residents interested in joining the STHS family.
Newsweek names St. Tammany Parish Hospital among best in state, nation
Monday, August 5, 2024
Newsweek has named St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital one of the best hospitals in America and the fourth-best hospital in the state of Louisiana, according to its recently released 2024 rankings.
‘70 Years Later’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine
Thursday, August 1, 2024
A quarterly publication from St. Tammany Health System.
Parenting Center August 2024 calendar of events, at a glance
Monday, July 29, 2024
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for August 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
70 for 70: First and foremost
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 51: First and foremost.
STHS Parenting Center reaccredited as Certified Autism Center
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s Parenting Center has been reaccredited as a Certified Autism Center by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), underscoring the health system’s commitment to providing exceptional care and support to the autism community.
STHS patient care unaffected by global tech outage
Friday, July 19, 2024
A widespread tech outage that has grounded flights and knocked businesses offline in an array of sectors around the globe Friday morning has not directly impacted St. Tammany Health System at this time, although health system leadership said they were monitoring the situation.
St. Tammany Health System earns national recognition for stroke care
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has earned the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold quality achievement, awarded in recognition of the health system’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment .
70 for 70: The first volunteers
Friday, July 12, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 49: The first volunteers.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E5: All In for a Healthier Community
Thursday, July 11, 2024
'Northshore Healthbeat' hosts Amy Bouton and Anne Pablovich sit down with United Way of Southeast Louisiana President and CEO Michael Williamson to discuss the triennial Community Health Needs Assessment, or CHNA – including what exactly it is and why it is important for your community that you take part.
70 for 70: Honor Red, White and Blue
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 48: Honor Red, White and Blue.
STHS welcomes first class of Family Medicine residents
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has welcomed its inaugural class of Family Medicine resident physicians to the newly launched St. Tammany Health System/Ochsner Family Medicine Residency program, a first-in-the-region initiative designed to train the area’s next generation of primary care physicians.
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation announces new name and logo, renewed mission
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
The nonprofit St. Tammany Hospital Foundation on Monday reintroduced itself to the community with a new name, new logo and renewed mission statement.
STHS announces hours for the Fourth of July 2024
Monday, July 1, 2024
In observance of the Fourth of July, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following hours of operation for this coming Thursday (July 4, 2024).
STHS’s Joan Coffman joins United Way of Southeast Louisiana board
Friday, June 28, 2024
St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman has been appointed to serve a three-year term as a member of the United Way of Southeast Louisiana Board of Trustees.
Celebrating July 4th with fireworks? Read this first
Friday, June 28, 2024
The Fourth of July is just around the corner, which means fun, food, family, fireworks – and, for many, trips to the emergency room for fireworks-related injuries. Here are some tips to keep you and your family safe.
70 for 70: Let the games begin!
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 46: Let the games begin!
Parenting Center July 2024 schedule, at a glance
Thursday, June 27, 2024
At look at the events and activities on tap this month at the St. Tammany Health System Parenting Center.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ E4: Manly Men Talking Manly Things
Monday, June 24, 2024
In this episode, timed to coincide with Men’s Health Month, hosts Mike Scott and Tim San Fillippo sit down with Dr. Michael K. Hill for a discussion of the unique health needs of men.
STHS's Joan Coffman named to Becker's list of 'CEOs to Know'
Monday, June 17, 2024
St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2024 list of 160 Community Hospital CEOs to Know.
Free Sudden Impact program educates young motorists on dangers of distracted driving
Friday, June 14, 2024
St. Tammany Health System and Louisiana State Police are once more teaming up for Sudden Impact, a free, daylong informational session geared toward young drivers.
70 for 70: Can you dig it?
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 44: Can you dig it?
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E3: An Unexpected Journey
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
The newest episode of St. Tammany Health System’s “Northshore Healthbeat” podcast has dropped.
Cancer Center schedules June blood drive
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center will host a blood drive next Thursday (June 13) as part of its annual Cancer Patient Appreciation Day festivities.
70 for 70: ‘Community spirit’
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 43: ‘Community spirit.’
STHS announces 2024 Memorial Day hours
Friday, May 24, 2024
In observance of Memorial Day, St. Tammany Health System will be observing the following hours on Monday (May 27, 2024).
70 for 70: Big personality, big heart
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 42: Big personality, big heart.
‘Northshore Healthbeat’ podcast E2: One new mom’s story
Thursday, May 16, 2024
The newest episode of St. Tammany Health System’s “Northshore Healthbeat” podcast has dropped.
STHS’s Joan Coffman named to Louisiana’s Committee of 100
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Louisiana’s Committee of 100 for Economic Development has selected St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman to serve as a member for 2024.
‘Northshore Healthbeat,’ a new STHS podcast, debuts
Monday, May 6, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has unveiled “Northshore Healthbeat,” a public affairs podcast dedicated to local healthcare issues and happenings, featuring interviews with local care providers, patients and community stakeholders.
Heart of a Tiger: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Friday, May 3, 2024
On the morning after Thanksgiving 2022, Covington native Jeff Schoen underwent an emergency heart procedure at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital. It saved his life. It also changed it in ways he never imagined. That's the cover story in our latest issue of Heart to Heart.
70 for 70: A St. Tammany time capsule
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 39: A St. Tammany time capsule.
STHS earns 17th consecutive 'A' grade for patient safety
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
For the 17th consecutive grading period, St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has earned an “A” grade for patient safety for spring 2024 from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization.
St. Tammany Pediatrics opens new clinic in Mandeville
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
The new St. Tammany Pediatrics clinic, with an integrated Express Care for Kids walk-in and afterhours clinic, began seeing patients Monday (April 29) at its newest facility at 3663 U.S. Highway 190.
Heart of a Tiger: After health scare, lawyer Jeff Schoen is a new man
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
On the morning after Thanksgiving 2022, Covington native Jeff Schoen underwent an emergency heart procedure at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital. It saved his life. It also changed it in ways he never imagined.
STPH again named best hospital by readers of Sophisticated Woman
Monday, April 29, 2024
– For the 19th consecutive year, St. Tammany Health System has been named Best Hospital in West St. Tammany Parish by readers of Sophisticated Woman magazine.
STHS Respiratory team again wins Hospital of the Year honors
Monday, April 29, 2024
The Louisiana Society for Respiratory Care has named St. Tammany Health System 2023 Hospital of the Year for Respiratory Care among hospitals with more than 200 beds.
STHS cuts ribbon on family medicine clinic in Covington
Friday, April 26, 2024
St. Tammany Health System cut the ribbon Friday on a new family medicine clinic in north Covington that, in addition to expanding access to medical care for local residents, will educate the region’s next generation of family medicine physicians as part of the health system’s first-in-the-region Family Medicine Residency program.
70 for 70: A tradition is born
Thursday, April 25, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 38: A tradition is born.
STHS again achieves Baby-Friendly designation
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has once again earned the highly prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation following a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification in the United States.
70 for 70: Here comes the (population) boom
Friday, April 19, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024.
STHS salutes its legion of volunteers at 42nd annual luncheon
Friday, April 19, 2024
Just in time for National Volunteer Week (April 21-27, 2024) St. Tammany Health System on Wednesday celebrated the members of the St. Tammany Hospital Guild – and the decades of service they have provided to the health system – at its 42nd annual Volunteer Awards Banquet.
STHS salutes past chiefs of staff with wall of honor
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
St. Tammany Health System installation honors the dozens of doctors who have served as the hospital’s chief of staff over the decades.
70 for 70: What's cookin'?
Thursday, April 11, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 36: A classic from the STHS recipe files.
Parenting Center April 2024 calendar of events, at a glance
Thursday, April 4, 2024
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for April 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
STQN announces 2024 first-quarter Medical Director’s Award
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) has presented its first-quarter Medical Director’s Award to two member physicians, Dr. Joseph Bobrowski and Dr. Ralph Millet, for attaining a perfect score on the St. Tammany Health System ambulatory dashboard for 2023.
RECIPE | Pecans, chickpea pasta are stars of latest cooking demo
Monday, April 1, 2024
Chef Osman Rodas of Pardo's Restaurant in Mandeville recently shared his receipe for Pecan Pesto Chicken during Healthier Northshore's latest Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration.
70 for 70: The dawn of a new era
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 34: The dawn of a new era.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for April 2024
Thursday, March 28, 2024
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
STHS reaccredited as Chest Pain Center by American College of Cardiology
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The American College of Cardiology has once again recognized St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain.
70 for 70: Honor roll
Thursday, March 21, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 33: Honor roll.
70 for 70: ‘Our heart and soul’
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today, installment No. 32: ‘Our heart and soul.’
So you want to work at St. Tammany Health System …
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
The STHS Human Resources Department has scheduled a series of Career Discovery Sessions on tap for local residents interested in joining the STHS family.
STHS again honored by Healthgrades for Outstanding Patient Experience
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has once again received Healthgrades’ Outstanding Patient Experience Award, placing it in the top 10% of U.S. hospitals for patient experience. This 2024 award marks the 16th consecutive year the health system has earned the honor.
70 for 70: Tally ho!
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 31: Tally ho!
STHS colleagues recognized for support of service members
Monday, March 4, 2024
The National Guard recently presented two health system colleagues with its Patriot Award, bestowed upon individuals who are especially supportive of team members who are also service members.
STHS Pharmacy at Braswell's marks grand re-opening
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Five months after acquiring Braswell’s pharmacy in Covington, St. Tammany Health System leaders made it official Thursday (Feb. 29, 2024), with a ribbon cutting and grand re-opening of the newly branded St. Tammany Health System Pharmacy at Braswell’s.
70 for 70: ‘Spoke only a little and smiled a lot’
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for March 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Parenting Center schedule for March 2024, at a glance
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for March 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
Retired STHS docs among Franklinton’s Citizens of the Year
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Retired STHS family medicine physicians Dr. Libeau Berthelot, Dr. Gerald Foret and Dr. Mark James were named Citizens of the Year for 2023 by Franklinton Mayor Gregory Route.
70 for 70: ‘First place’
Thursday, February 15, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 28: “First place.”
STHS ranked among nation’s best in 10 areas, including patient safety
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Women’s Choice Award has once again ranked St. Tammany Health System among the Best Hospitals in America, placing it in the top 10% in 10 distinct specialty areas for 2024, including in the top 6% for patient safety.
70 for 70: ‘Eat to Your Heart’s Content’
Thursday, February 8, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 27: “Eat to Your Heart’s Content.”
STHS announces expansion of pediatrics practice in Mandeville
Thursday, February 1, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has announced an expansion of its pediatric practice into the heart of Mandeville, with the planned opening in March of a new St. Tammany Pediatrics clinic and an integrated Express Care for Kids afterhours and weekend clinic all under one roof at 3663 U.S. Highway 190.
70 for 70: Muses' shoeses
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 26: Muses’ shoeses.
STHS announces 2024 Mardi Gras hours
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has announced its hours of operation for Mardi Gras 2024 at its various clinics and other locations throughout the community.
Bone & Joint Clinic expansion nearly doubles facility's size
Monday, January 29, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s Bone & Joint Clinic recently unveiled an expansion of its facility on Louisiana 21, nearly doubling its physical footprint from 7,700 square feet to 12,900 square feet.
Parenting Center February 2024 calendar of events, at a glance
Monday, January 29, 2024
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for February 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
Miracle on South Tyler Street: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Our visit with the first baby born at St. Tammany Parish Hospital is the cover story for the winter 2024 issue of Heart to Heart, which is packed with both information and inspiration as we continue our unceasing mission to increase access to quality healthcare for Northshore residents.
Free Advance Care Planning workshops announced
Thursday, January 18, 2024
St. Tammany Health System’s Palliative Medicine and Advance Care Planning Steering Committee has announced the continuation of their Advance Care Planning and Education Walk-Up Workshop series in 2024.
STHS unveils its 70th anniversary logo
Monday, January 15, 2024
Twelve months from now, on Dec. 1, St. Tammany Health System will mark the 70th anniversary of its flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
70 for 70: A pillar of the community
Friday, January 12, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 23: A pillar of the community.
RECIPE | These Pyre pork chops will get you fired up about flavor
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Chef Jeff Mattia of Pyre BBQ in Mandeville shares his recipe for Grilled Pork Chops and Bourbon Roasted Carrots as part of Healthier Northshore’s free Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration series.
Parenting Center January 2024 calendar, at a glance
Monday, January 8, 2024
A look at the events and activities on tap for January 2024 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
70 for 70 | The first nurses
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 22: The first nurses.
New program meets heart patients where they live. Literally.
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
A pilot program launched this past spring by the health system’s Home Health Services team is designed to help congestive heart failure patients more effectively manage their condition.
STHS announces New Year’s hours
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics on both New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31, 2023) and New Year’s Day (Jan. 1, 2024).
STHS announces 2023 Christmas hours
Friday, December 22, 2023
With the holiday season upon us, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics.
70 for 70 | Honoring a life of service
Thursday, December 21, 2023
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 20: Honoring a life of service.
STHS colleagues show holiday spirit with Adopt-A-Family program
Friday, December 15, 2023
In what has become a treasured holiday tradition, health system colleagues loaded up hundreds of wrapped Christmas presents – along with 16 bicycles – destined to warm the holidays of local families in need.
STHS announces Thanksgiving 2023 holiday hours
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
St. Tammany Health System has announced the following holiday hours for Thanksgiving 2023, which is this Thursday, Nov. 23.
Parenting Center’s ‘Letters from Santa’ program returns for 2023
Thursday, November 16, 2023
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and the elves at St. Tammany Hospital Foundation and St. Tammany Health System’s Parenting Center are once again arranging for their pal Santa Claus to write personalized letters to local children.
A salute to veterans: STHS’s Missing Man Memorial, explained
Friday, November 10, 2023
Saturday (Nov. 11) is Veterans Day, and St. Tammany Health System’s Spiritual Care team is marking the occasion with a “Missing Man Memorial” to honor those service members who haven’t come home.
‘70 for 70’ history project: The doctors are in
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Part of “70 for 70,” a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 14: The doctors are in.
Diabetes doesn’t have to be an inevitability
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of symptoms, promote healthy living and ensure that people are aware of the risk factors of diabetes.
Dr. Lucia Sicinschi joins primary care team at STPN-Covington clinic
Monday, November 6, 2023
Dr. Lucia Sicinschi, a specialist in adult internal medicine, has joined the team at the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Covington.
Something precious this way comes: NICU shows its Halloween spirit
Monday, October 30, 2023
Proving you’re never too little to costume, St. Tammany Health System’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit recently celebrated Halloween by dressing up its little pumpkins for the holiday.
This is the way: STHS unveils interactive hospital map
Friday, October 27, 2023
The health system recently unveiled an electronic wayfinding system designed to guide visitors through the Covington hospital upon their arrival on campus
Cordes Outpatient Pavilion sets Oct. 30 blood drive
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
The STHS Cordes Outpatient Pavilion will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday (Oct. 30). All successful donors will receive a shirt and a Mortuary ticket.
Vote for STHS in Edge of the Lake Reader's Choice Awards
Monday, October 16, 2023
Edge of the Lake magazine has opened up voting for its latest round of Reader’s Choice Awards, and, as always, friends of St. Tammany Health System are encouraged to vote for it in a number of categories covering western St. Tammany Parish.
‘70 for 70’ history project: The keys to a healthier Northshore
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Part of “70 for 70,” a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 10: The keys to a healthier Northshore.
Time for flu shots; here’s where you can get yours
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Flu season is once more upon us, and to help keep our community protected, the St. Tammany Physicians Network offices in Covington, Folsom, Madisonville and Mandeville have scheduled upcoming flu clinics.
Healing Arts' first exhibition in 3 years is its biggest yet
Friday, September 29, 2023
On Sept. 26, St. Tammany Hospital Foundation’s Healing Arts Initiative hosted its latest gallery series, the first since being forced into COVID hibernation three years ago.
Salmon bowl recipe a nutritional powerhouse
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Chef Osman Rodas of Pardo's Restaurant in Mandeville leads Healthier Northshore's latest Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration.
STHS, Ochsner announce family medicine residency program
Monday, September 25, 2023
St. Tammany Health System and Ochsner Health have announced the establishment of a first-in-the-region family medicine residency program, set to welcome its inaugural resident class at a purpose-built clinic in north Covington on July 1, 2024.
Blood Center ups the ante for Oct. 3 drive at STHS
Monday, September 25, 2023
In addition to receiving the previously announced “Rocky Horror Picture Show”-inspired T-shirt, successful donors will also get a free VIP Fast Pass Admission to the Mortuary in New Orleans.
STHS again named among region's best workplaces
Thursday, September 21, 2023
For the second consecutive year, St. Tammany Health System has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness’ Best Places to Work in New Orleans.
St. Tammany Health System acquires Braswell’s pharmacy in Covington
Friday, September 15, 2023
St. Tammany Health System, the premier provider of healthcare in northern and western St. Tammany, has acquired the iconic Braswell’s community pharmacy in Covington, health system leadership has announced.
STQN physician shares experience in historic quake
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
For Dr. Christopher Foret, it was the vacation of a lifetime, a visit to far-off Morocco and its innumerable charms with family and some of his closest friends. Then, last weekend’s historic 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit
STHS announces holiday hours for Labor Day 2023
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
With Labor Day coming up on Monday (Sept. 4, 2023), St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics.
STHS earns highest distinction in U.S. News & World Report rankings
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best Hospitals ranking, as a High Performing hospital for treatment of heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia and stroke.
‘World-class cancer care, close to home’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Friday, August 4, 2023
When we at St. Tammany Health System talk about delivering world-class healthcare close to home for our Northshore neighbors, it is not just some empty marketing slogan. It is both a promise and a guiding principle that undergirds everything we do. We think you will agree the latest issue of our quarterly Heart to Heart magazine speaks to that loudly and clearly.
STHS earns five stars from CMS for 2023
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
The federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has updated its Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings for 2023, and St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital is among those institutions receiving the maximum five stars.
New to breastfeeding? New STHS program can help
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
St. Tammany Health System has introduced an outpatient lactation consult program designed for new moms in need of assistance or advice as they begin their breast-feeding journey with their new baby.
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation issues call for entries for Healing Arts exhibition
Thursday, July 20, 2023
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation has issued a call for entries for the next Rotating Gallery Series, part of its award-winning Healing Arts Initiative.
How compassion (and STHS rehab therapy) gave one woman her life back
Friday, July 14, 2023
‘My life would not ne what it is today’ without cardiopulmonary rehab program at STHS, patient says.
STHS announces July 4th holiday hours
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
With the July 4th holiday near at hand, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics.
Ochsner Health and MD Anderson Announce Partnership to Create Fully Integrated Cancer Program in Louisiana
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Ochsner Health and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today announced a partnership to create Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center in southeastern Louisiana. The fully integrated cancer program will include St. Tammany Cancer Center — A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center. Cancer patients in the region now have access to cancer treatments that are among the most advanced in the nation.
STQN announces Q2 2023 Medical Director’s Award
Friday, June 16, 2023
St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) presented its Medical Director’s Award for the second quarter of 2023 to cardiologist Dr. Russell Reed, for his leadership in improving cardiac care coordination and reducing congestive heart failure readmission rates at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
STHS recognized as among nation’s top hospitals for heart attack treatment
Thursday, June 1, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has received the American College of Cardiology’s 2023 Platinum Performance Achievement Award for sustained high-level performance in the National Cardiovascular Data Registry Chest Pain-MI Registry. It is one of only 262 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.
Parenting 101: Free workshop series launched for new parents, caregivers
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
On June 5, STHS will launch a free workshop series designed to teach new parents and caregivers what they can expect during their baby’s first year.
Feds change course, urge regular mammos for women 40+
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
In an effort to combat what is described as alarmingly high breast cancer diagnoses among certain populations, American women are being advised to begin regular mammograms at age 40, according to guidance released Tuesday (May 9, 2023) by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
St. Tammany again named Best Hospital by readers of Sophisticated Woman
Thursday, May 4, 2023
For the 18th year running, St. Tammany Health System has been named Best Hospital in West St. Tammany Parish by readers of Sophisticated Woman magazine. In addition, St. Tammany Health System’s Dr. Thomas Anzalone was named Best Anesthesiologist, and Dr. Ralph Millett was named Best Internist.
STHS earns 15th consecutive 'A' for patient safety
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
For the 15th grading period in a row, St. Tammany Health System has received an “A” grade for patient safety for spring 2023 from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization. It is the only Louisiana health system with 15 consecutive A’s. The next closest has 10.
Meet Kevin Gardner, the man behind THE Gala
Friday, April 28, 2023
In the beginning, it was personal for Kevin Gardner. It still is, but the small cancer fundraiser he and business partner Mike Ford started almost a decade and a half ago to honor their mothers has grown to become much more.
'Cooking with Heart': Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Hungry? After seeing the cover of this issue, featuring Chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo in Covington, and reading the accompanying story and recipe on Page 9, we sure are.
Prepare for the unexpected at free Advance Care Planning workshop
Thursday, April 13, 2023
On Tuesday (April 18, 2023), the health system will host a free, walk-in workshop at which attendees will learn the steps necessary to communicate and codify their medical preferences, including with regard to end-of-life decisions, should they be unable to voice their desires when the time arises.
How electrophysiology is changing heart care
Monday, April 10, 2023
So what is electrophysiology, exactly? We recently sat down with STHS cardiologist Dr. Paul Stahls to find out.
Express Care walk-in clinic to observe reduced Easter hours
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
In observance of Easter, St. Tammany Health System’s Express Care walk-in clinic in Covington will observe reduced hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday (April 9, 2023).
Introducing the STHS Sunflower Award, honoring non-nursing colleagues
Monday, April 3, 2023
St. Tammany Health System introduces the Sunflower Award, honoring the work of non-nursing colleagues.
On the air: Transforming the Northshore into a healthcare hub
Friday, March 31, 2023
A little less than a year ago, local healthcare leaders were working hard to launch Northshore Healthscape, an initiative to shape the Northshore region into a true healthcare destination. Now, almost year into that project, where does Northshore Healthscape stand?
STQN announces 2023 Q1 Medical Director’s Award
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
– St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) presented its Medical Director’s Award for the first quarter of 2023 to Dr. Victoria Blossman, a family medicine practitioner based out of the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Folsom, for excellent patient care and achieving outstanding population health outcomes.
10 tips for eating well on a budget, from the STHS Parenting Center
Thursday, March 16, 2023
March is National Nutrition Month, and the experts at the St. Tammany Parenting Center are marking the occasion with a series of advice columns to help parents most effectively meet their children’s nutritional needs.
Nominations now open for Great 100 Nurses of 2023
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Nominations are now open for the Great 100 Nurses of Louisiana celebration for 2023.
Recipes: Cancer Center cooking demo gets its Irish on
Friday, March 10, 2023
With St. Patrick’s Day 2023 just a week away, the dietitians at St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, recently featured a pair of appropriately Irish-inspired recipes as part of their most recent cooking demonstration on March 10.
Applications being accepted for STHS 2023 Collegiate Shadowing Program
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s Summer Collegiate Shadowing Program is now accepting applications for summer 2023. The application deadline is April 17.
For Dr. Farah Ali, palliative medicine is ‘a privilege and an honor’
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Dr. Farah Ali doesn't see her new posting as director of St. Tammany Health System's Palliative Care program as merely a job. It’s a calling.
Why St. Tammany Health System? Let us count the ways …
Friday, February 24, 2023
STHA AVP of Workforce Development Bronwyn Doyle visits The Lake 94.7-FM studios to talk about why STHS is the employer of choice for nurses on the Northshore.
You might be done with COVID, but STHS’s frontline caregivers aren’t
Friday, February 24, 2023
The health system leaders visited frontline caregivers on the COVID unit at its flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital on Monday to offer thanks -- and doughnuts.
STHS announces Mardi Gras 2023 hours
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
With the exception of its Emergency Departments and its Express Care walk-in clinic, all St. Tammany Health System outpatient facilities will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 21, in recognition of Mardi Gras 2023.
A Valentine’s Day history of the STHS twin-hearts logo
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
It’s Valentine’s Day, which means all manner of heart-shaped things, so we felt it only appropriate to trace the history of St. Tammany Health System’s heart-shaped logo.
Eat Well, Live Well: Chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo shares roasted chicken recipe
Friday, February 3, 2023
Chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo in Covington demonstrates how to cook roasted chicken thighs with a variety of fresh, roasted vegetables, all part of Healthier Northshore's Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration series.
‘The Heart of St. Tammany’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Monday, January 23, 2023
“We are the heartbeat of our community.” Those are the first words of our St. Tammany Health System mission statement, so it’s only fitting that the cover of our first 2023 issue of Heart to Heart magazine features an image of a heart.
Stop the Bleed training now includes online option
Monday, January 23, 2023
Stop the Bleed, a program formed to teach everyday people simple, lifesaving techniques to stabilize someone suffering from uncontrolled bleeding until medical professionals arrive, has introduced a free, interactive online course available on its website.
STHS’s cardiology practice starts 2023 in growth mode
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s cardiovascular practice – one of the oldest and most respected heart and vascular clinics in western St. Tammany Parish – is starting 2023 with a new name, a number of new faces and the addition of a new clinic for the convenience of Mandeville patients.
On the air: Meet new STHS cardiologist Dr. Stefan Sicinschi
Monday, January 9, 2023
Technically, American Heart Month isn’t until February, but since some people are still making their New Year’s resolutions – and you know who you are -- St. Tammany Health System cardiologist Dr. Stefan Sicinschi recently visited to The Lake 94.7-FM in Covington to discuss the importance of preventive heart health.
Nearly three years later, this is what ‘living with COVID’ looks like
Friday, January 6, 2023
Two years and 10 months after the pandemic started, this is what “living with COVID” looks like: the steady drumbeat of new variants, continued vaccine hesitancy, the ever-present specter of the arrival of yet another surge.
Cardiologist Dr. Stefan Sicinschi comes home to STHS
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Newest member of St. Tammany Health System’s cardiology team is no stranger to the Northshore.
Parenting Center January 2023 schedule, at a glance
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
A quick look at the events and activities on tap for January 2023 at the St. Tammany Parenting Center.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for January 2023
Monday, December 19, 2022
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Diabetes management: It takes a team
Monday, November 21, 2022
Tips to help reduce your risk of diabetes or, if you’ve already been diagnosed as diabetic, reducing your risk of complications.
STHS earns 14th consecutive A-grade for safety
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
For the 14th grading period in a row, St. Tammany Health System has received an A for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization.
On the Air: How STHS's Virtual Care Now program changes the game
Thursday, November 10, 2022
With St. Tammany Health System’s Virtual Care Now program, you can get the same-day appointment over your smart phone or tablet – and without even leaving your house.
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation earns President’s Arts Award
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation’s Healing Arts Initiative has been named the 2022 recipient of the St. Tammany Commission on Cultural Affairs’ President’s Award.
On the air: Taking on the No. 1 cancer killer in the U.S.
Friday, November 4, 2022
St. Tammany Health System’s Meagan Broussard visits with The Lake 94.7-FM host Charles Dowdy to talk about lung cancer and the health system’s lung screening program, which is offering a screening special all month long.
STHS breaks ground on $75 million surgery center
Thursday, November 3, 2022
The $75 million same-day surgical center will be built adjacent to the existing Paul D. Cordes Outpatient Pavilion on Bootlegger Road) south of Covington.
Meet Dr. Marissa Moore, one of STHS's newest family physicians
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Dr. Marissa Moore, a family medicine practitioner, has joined the St. Tammany Health System family as a member of its St. Tammany Physicians Network primary care clinic in Mandeville.
What is gestational diabetes, and why should I be concerned about it?
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, an observance intended to raise awareness of symptoms, promote healthy living and ensure that people are aware of the risk factors of diabetes. The focus this year: gestational diabetes.
Coming home: Dr. Victoria Blossman is right back where she belongs
Thursday, October 27, 2022
Family medicine specialist Dr. Victoria Blossman might be new to St. Tammany Health System, but she’s by no means new to the Northshore.
STHS unveils Virtual Care Now, same-day primary care from anywhere
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
In an expansion of its digital health offerings, St. Tammany Health System has announced Virtual Care Now, a healthcare innovation in which patients can schedule same-day virtual visits with a healthcare provider dedicated solely to conducting such electronic visits.
STQN announces 2022 Q3 Medical Director's Award
Thursday, October 13, 2022
St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) presented its 2022 third-quarter Medical Director’s Award to Dr. Chris Foret for his leadership in advancing population health efforts in the tri-parish area encompassing St. Tammany, Washington and Tangipahoa parishes.
Dr. Victoria Blossman joins Folsom family medicine clinic
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Dr. Victoria Blossman, a primary care physician specializing in family medicine, has joined the medical staff at the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Folsom.
STHS’s heart valve replacement team logs another ‘first’
Monday, October 10, 2022
On Oct. 5, St. Tammany Health System TAVR team became the first in Louisiana to successfully implant in a patient the newest Edwards SAPIEN 3 Ultra RESILIA valve.
COVID, flu, RSV, monkeypox: What you need to know
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Even if you manage to avoid the viruses swirling throughout our community, the nonstop worry they generate is enough to make a person sick. But just how concerned should we be about each of these current health threats?
It’s flu-shot season; here’s how you can get yours
Monday, October 3, 2022
It’s flu season, which means it’s also flu-shot season. Here are dates and times of pop-up flu-shot clinics being offered this year at our St. Tammany Physicians Network offices throughout western St. Tammany Parish.
STHS named among best workplaces in New Orleans area
Friday, September 16, 2022
St. Tammany Health System has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness’ Best Places to Work in New Orleans for 2022.
Latest STHS nursing innovation gives patients a ‘guardian angel’
Friday, September 16, 2022
St. Tammany Health System is currently piloting a 'virtual nurse' program, leveraging in-room technology to enhance patient care at its flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
6 things to know about monkeypox
Thursday, September 15, 2022
To better understand the monkeypox outbreak, we visited recently with St. Tammany Health System infectious disease expert Dr. Mike Hill. Here’s what he had to tell us.
STHS, Healthier Northshore launch free cooking demonstration series
Monday, September 12, 2022
St. Tammany Health System, in partnership with Healthier Northshore, has announced “Eat Well, Live Well,” a series of free cooking demonstrations from local chefs designed to showcase healthy and delicious dishes incorporating locally grown produce.
Dr. George Isa joins cardiology team at St. Tammany Health System
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Dr. George Isa, a cardiology specialist with nearly three decades of experience in medicine, has joined the care team at St. Tammany Health System’s cardiovascular care clinic, 1006 S. Harrison St. in Covington.
On the air: The ease and convenience of virtual health
Friday, August 12, 2022
St. Tammany Health System Assistant Vice President of Strategy Kelly Rabalais visits The Lake 94.7 FM studios to discuss how technology is changing healthcare.
STHS care providers use team approach for patient rounds
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Earlier this month, doctors and nurses at the hospital returned to Structured Interdisciplinary Bedside Rounding – or SIBR rounding – which is the fancy name for a process in which an inpatient’s entire care team visits them in their room daily to discuss and coordinate their care.
STHS Express Care clinic relocating today to 80 Gardenia Drive
Friday, August 5, 2022
St. Tammany Health System’s Express Care walk-in clinic will be closed today (Friday, Aug. 5, 2022) ahead of its reopening Saturday (Aug. 6) at the St. Tammany Physician’s Network Covington office at 80 Gardenia Drive, Suite B.
STHS's Joan Coffman appointed to Louisiana Hospital Association board
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Health System’s president and CEO will represent LHA’s Northshore District for a two-year term.
U.S. News & World Report ranks STHS among best in state
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
St. Tammany Parish Hospital, the flagship facility of St. Tammany Health System, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as among the best regional hospitals in Louisiana, ranking second-best in the New Orleans metropolitan area and fourth-best statewide.
‘Riding High’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine
Friday, July 22, 2022
See the latest edition of our quarterly magazine highlighting good news and updates from St. Tammany’s hometown hospital
On the air: Talking with pediatrician Dr. Seth McVea
Friday, July 22, 2022
On Monday (July 18), Dr. Seth McVea joined St. Tammany Health System’s pediatrics practice, operating alongside Dr. Jennifer Miles at the practice’s Mandeville location (201 St. Ann Drive).
On the air: St. Tammany Health System is in hiring mode
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Just take a drive around western St. Tammany Parish, and it’s evident that St. Tammany Health System – with some two dozen facilities and counting – is in growth mode. The thing is, people are needed to staff those buildings
Meet Dr. Seth McVea, St. Tammany’s newest (and maybe happiest) pediatrician
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Dr. Seth McVea, a native of Franklinton and an LSU graduate, is the newest pediatrician at St. Tammany Pediatrics. Dr. McVea, who is accepting new patients, works out of the practice’s Mandeville clinic at 201 St. Ann Drive in Mandeville.
On the air: How to keep your July 4th safe as well as fun
Thursday, June 30, 2022
The Independence Day weekend is here, and that means fireworks, cookouts, boating excursions – and all the hazards that come with them.
American Heart Association recognizes STHS for quality stroke care
Thursday, June 23, 2022
In recognition of the high quality of its stroke care and dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care, St. Tammany Health System has been recognized by the American Heart Association with a 2022 Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus achievement award.
STHS again honored for Outstanding Patient Experience
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
The 2022 recognition from Healthgrades places the health system in the top 5% of U.S. hospitals for patient experience.
Nominations now open for Great 100 Nurses of 2022
Monday, June 20, 2022
Nominations, which can be made online at g100nurses.awardsplatform.com, are open through July 21.
STHS again named an Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence
Monday, June 13, 2022
St. Tammany Health System has again been named an Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence by the Infectious Disease Society of America, an honor conferred upon institutions that demonstrate excellence by integrating best practices in the challenging areas related to antimicrobial stewardship.
How LDH's ‘Pink Letter Campaign’ could save your Medicaid
Monday, June 13, 2022
To help inform Louisiana residents of the changes – and, more importantly, to ensure they don’t lose coverage – LDH has launched a “Pink Letter Campaign,” a one-time, direct-to-member initiative that includes a pink-colored mailer sent to every Medicaid household.
STHS named among nation’s top hospitals for heart attack treatment
Monday, May 30, 2022
St. Tammany Health System has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2022.
STHS marks Memorial Day 2022 with tribute to veterans
Monday, May 30, 2022
In a show of respect and gratitude to the nation’s veterans, members of St. Tammany Health System’s Security Department and its Spiritual Care Team on Monday held a solemn flag ceremony in the cafeteria of the health system’s Covington hospital, where a Missing Man Memorial was also set up.
STHS invites community to free Stop the Bleed classes
Monday, May 30, 2022
The Stop the Bleed program is part of a national initiative to train members of the community to stabilize a wound until EMTs arrive.
Crawfish-themed blood drive set for June 3 at STHS
Monday, May 23, 2022
Set for next Friday, June 3, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., it’ll be held in the Mandeville/Covington conference room on the health system’s main hospital campus (1202 S. Tyler St., Covington).
12 good reasons to donate blood
Monday, May 16, 2022
Donating blood saves lives, simple as that. In fact, one whole blood donation can save as many as three lives. But that’s just one of myriad benefits blood donors get when they roll up their sleeve.
Critical blood shortage prompts call for local donations
Friday, May 13, 2022
The nationwide blood shortage afflicting U.S. hospitals and health systems since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact Northshore blood supplies, with Rh negative in particular short supply locally.
STHS monitoring contrast dye levels amid global shortage
Friday, May 13, 2022
With a global shortage of the contrast dye used in CT scans and other procedures impacting hospitals around the world, St. Tammany Health System is closely monitoring its inventory but at the moment is not cancelling or rescheduling any procedures that require the dye.
STHS earns 13th straight ‘A’ for patient safety
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
For the 13th grading period in a row, St. Tammany Health System has once again received an A for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare consumer protection organization.
St. Tammany Quality Network honors local doctors for 2021 achievements
Thursday, April 21, 2022
St. Tammany Quality Network recently held its annual membership and awards banquet, at which more than two dozen local care providers were singled for achievements in 2021.
Doctor’s orders: ‘Don’t ghost me’
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Dr. Christine Thurston visits The Lake 94.7-FM studios to explain why it’s important to see your primary care physician every year.
STHS to mark Lab Week with local blood drives
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Next week is Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, and you can show your appreciation for our STHS lab team by rolling up your sleeves – and maybe helping them win a free meal in the process.
STHS adjusts availability of COVID vaccines, boosters
Thursday, April 7, 2022
As St. Tammany Health System transitions to the next phase of its COVID response, it’s also transitioning to a new procedure for delivering COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.
WATCH | STHS's newest TV commercials make their debut
Friday, March 18, 2022
The health system’s newest commercial spots – one focusing on women’s health and the other on cardiology – are in the can, and you can get an early peek at them here.
Meet Dr. Vernon Palmisano, Mandeville's newest family physician
Thursday, March 17, 2022
Dr. Vernon Palmisano, a board-certified family medicine practitioner specializing in vertigo treatment, has joined the St. Tammany Physicians Network primary care clinic in Mandeville. He is the ninth physician associated with the Mandeville practice.
Getting to the heart of coronary artery disease
Monday, March 14, 2022
Dr. Russell Reed of St. Tammany Health System's Covington Cardiovascular Services details the warning signs and risk factors associated with coronary artery disease.
TAVR 101: A closer look at the groundbreaking heart surgery
Thursday, March 10, 2022
STHS's Dr. Georges Antoun explains how the minimally invasive TAVR procedure works, as well as its benefits.
Guild makes $41,000 donation to St. Tammany Hospital Foundation
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
On Monday (Feb. 21), members of the all-volunteer St. Tammany Hospital Guild presented St. Tammany Health System and St. Tammany Hospital Foundation leadership with their annual donation, this year in the amount of $41,000.
On the air: How TAVR has forever changed heart surgery
Friday, February 18, 2022
In recognition of American Heart Month, interventional cardiologist Dr. George Isa paid a visit to The Lake 94.7-FM studios in Covington to talk with host Charles Dowdy about St. Tammany Health System’s first-on-the-Northshore TAVR program and why it’s such a game-changer for local heart patients.
5 warning signs of heart attacks in women
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Many people imagine a heart attack like they’ve seen in the movies. But that dramatic grasping of the chest is not necessarily an accurate picture of what warning signs you should be aware of.
On the air: Got chest pain?
Friday, February 11, 2022
St. Tammany Health System Chest Pain Coordination Jeff Meyers – the man behind the health system’s designation as an Accredited Chest Pain Center – paid a visit to The Lake 94.7-FM studios recently to talk all about tickers.
Three common heart health myths, explained
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Dr. Paul Stahls helps set the record straight during the kickoff of the health system's 2022 Red Sofa Campaign.
Should I get a COVID test? Here’s what the experts say
Thursday, January 6, 2022
With a national shortage of COVID-19 home testing kits putting a strain on medical facilities, St. Tammany Health System is asking local residents to adhere to the following guidance when considering whether or not they should get tested.
STHS and Ochsner Urgent Care holiday hours announced
Thursday, December 23, 2021
St. Tammany Health System and its partner Ochsner Health have announced holiday hours for their local Urgent Care and Express Care locations.
STHS sets emergency blood drives
Monday, December 13, 2021
With blood inventories remaining at critically low levels, St. Tammany Health System is teaming with the Blood Center for three upcoming emergency blood drives.
On the air: Looking back at 2021 and forward to 2022
Friday, December 10, 2021
As we nudge nearer to the cusp of a new year, St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman recently visited The Lake 98.7 FM studios to look back at 2021 and ahead to 2022.
St. Tammany Health System earns national TAVR certification
Thursday, December 9, 2021
American College of Cardiology certifies STHS for TAVR patient care, quality and safety.
Longtime local physicians Mark James, Libeau Berthelot to retire
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
For 37 years, Dr. Mark James and Dr. Libeau Berthelot have worked together. At the end of December 2021, the two Folsom physicians will both retire.
Vote for STHS in 16th annual Northshore’s Best contest; here’s how
Thursday, December 2, 2021
Sophisticated Woman magazine has opened up voting for its 16th annual Northshore’s Best issue, and St. Tammany Health System qualifies in a number of categories.
STHS announces 2021 holiday hours
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
With the holiday season upon us, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics.
‘Cajun Christmas’ blood drive set for Dec. 1 at STHS
Monday, November 22, 2021
, St. Tammany Health System will host a blood drive on Dec. 1 in the Mandeville/Covington room of its Covington hospital campus (1202 S. Tyler St.) from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
STHS now administering pediatric COVID vaccines
Friday, November 12, 2021
Following its approval by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, St. Tammany Health System is now administering Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 pediatric vaccine to children between the ages of 5 and 11 years old.
St. Tammany Health System earns 12th consecutive A-grade for safety
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
For the 12th grading period in a row, St. Tammany Health System has received an A for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization.
Seven STHS physicians named to statewide Top Doctors list
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Louisiana Life magazine has released its list of the top local doctors for 2021, and seven St. Tammany Health System physicians are in that number.
It’s flu vaccine time. Here’s where you can get yours …
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
COVID-19 might be getting all the headlines, but flu season 2021 is upon us, and to help keep our community protected, the St. Tammany Physicians Network offices in Madisonville, Folsom and Covington have scheduled upcoming flu clinics.
COVID-19 test collection site in Mandeville to close
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
With COVID-19 infections declining across the parish, St. Tammany Health System has announced it will close its COVID-19 test collection site on Highway 22 next to Tiffany Lanes in Mandeville effective Monday (Oct. 18, 2021).
Express Care walk-in clinic gets a new home after Hurricane Ida
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
After the Covington building housing the clinic suffered roof and water damage during Hurricane Ida, Express Care will set up shop beginning this Saturday (Sept. 25) in an undamaged portion of the old St. Tammany Pediatrics space adjacent to the old Express Care office, at 71338 Highway 21, Suite 102.
STHS listed in ‘Best Hospitals’ guidebook for 2022
Thursday, September 16, 2021
The guidebook recognizes hospitals for their commitment to quality and patient improvement in the heart care arena, as designated by the American College of Cardiology.
STHS pediatrics practices, Express Care temporary relocate due to Ida damage
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
The Covington complex housing our St. Tammany Pediatrics clinic, our Pediatrics Therapy department and our walk-in Express Care clinic suffered roof damage significant enough to warrant the temporary relocation of all three practices until more long-term solutions are reached.
The doctors are in at STPN primary care clinics post-Ida
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
St. Tammany Physicians Network’s primary care clinics in Covington, Folsom, Mandeville and Madisonville – including St. Tammany Pediatrics and our Express Care clinic – are all now seeing patients, although some have been temporarily relocated due to Hurricane Ida damage.
STHS doctors conducting virtual visits post-Ida
Thursday, September 2, 2021
St. Tammany Health System is still operating under emergency operations in the wake of Hurricane Ida, but doctors from our primary care, pediatrics and orthopedics clinics are conducting virtual visits to serve the community in this time of need.
STHS under emergency operations post-Ida
Monday, August 30, 2021
St. Tammany Health System is performing under emergency activation as a result of Hurricane Ida. Main campus and Mandeville Emergency Department are in service for emergency care.
Pfizer’s COVID vaccine wins FDA’s full approval
Monday, August 23, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday morning gave its full approval to Pfizer|BioNTech’s two-shot COVID-19 vaccine, a regulatory move health experts hope will mark a turning point in the pandemic.
STHS cardio-pulmonary rehab program renews national certification
Thursday, August 5, 2021
The American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) has renewed accreditation of the cardiac and pulmonary rehab program at St. Tammany Health System, recognizing STHS’s commitment to improving quality of life for patients by enhancing standards of care.
VIDEO | Welcome to St. Tammany Health System
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
At St. Tammany Health System, we’ve been caring for our Northshore neighbors since our founding in December 1954 as St. Tammany Parish Hospital. A lot has changed in that time, and we’re proud of the technologically advanced regional medical center we’ve grown to become. Join us for a video tour of our Covington hospital – and we look forward to caring for your family’s healthcare needs for years to come.
Be Well Bus's Mammo Tour 2021 announced
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Two months after its arrival, the tires have been kicked, the kinks have been ironed out and St. Tammany Health System’s Be Well Bus -- a custom-designed mobile health unit -- is ready to hit the road on its first major tour.
One doctor’s COVID story: ‘I fear what it would have been like had I not had a vaccine’
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Six months after being vaccinated, Dr. Mark James contracted a 'breakthrough' case of COVID-19. He's not angry, though. He's convinced the vaccine saved his life.
STHS earns accolades from U.S. News & World Report
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has been named among high performing hospitals for 2021-22 by U.S. News & World Report for back surgery and treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart attack, heart failure and kidney failure.
On the air: How you can man up this Men’s Health Month
Monday, June 28, 2021
June is Men’s Health Month, and STHS Nurse Practitioner Max Martell’s advice to men is simple: Go see your doctor.
Pop-up COVID vaccine clinic set for Folsom
Monday, June 21, 2021
A pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinic offering Johnson & Johnson’s one-and-done, single-dose vaccine will take place at STHS’s St. Tammany Physicians Network office in Folsom on Wednesday (June 23) from 8 to 11:15 a.m.
STPN Mandeville to host pop-up J&J COVID vaccine clinic
Thursday, June 17, 2021
The St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Mandeville will host a pop-up COVID-190 vaccine clinic this Friday (June 18) from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Being distributed will be Johnson & Johnson’s one-and-done, single-dose vaccine.
Folsom office to host pop-up COVID vaccine clinic
Friday, June 11, 2021
Sleeves up, Folsom. A pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinic offering Johnson & Johnson’s one-and-done, single-dose vaccine has been scheduled for STHS’s St. Tammany Physicians Network office in Folsom on Wednesday (June 16)
STHS Chest Pain Center lauded nationally
Friday, June 11, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has been awarded the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2021. It is one of only 132 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.
Trend toward younger, unvaccinated COVID patients causing concern
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
St. Tammany Health System leaders have noticed a troubling new trend among the COVID-19 inpatient population at their Covington hospital: a marked increase in the hospitalization of otherwise healthy people between the ages of 30 and 45 who have not been vaccinated.
Free lecture to address sleep apnea
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
St. Tammany Health System and Ochsner are teaming with the YMCA for a free informational lecture on sleep apnea.
Pop-up J&J vaccine clinic coming to Mandeville
Monday, May 31, 2021
. A pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinic offering Johnson & Johnson’s one-and-done, single-dose vaccine has been scheduled for STHS’s St. Tammany Physicians Network office in Mandeville this Friday (June 4)
STHS cardio team celebrates 100th TAVR procedure
Thursday, May 27, 2021
Members of St. Tammany Health System’s cardiology team recently celebrated the health system's 100th TAVR procedure since the first one was performed at STHS – and on the Northshore – on Oct. 2, 2019.
Pop-up J&J vaccine clinics set for Mandeville, Folsom
Monday, May 17, 2021
Pop-up Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine clinics have been scheduled for STHS’s St. Tammany Physicians Network primary-care offices in Mandeville and Folsom in coming days.
COVID vaccine now available to patients as young as 12
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Following new guidance from the CDC, FDA the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Louisiana Department of Health, St. Tammany Health System is now accepting COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children as young as 12 years old.
How luck, training helped an STHS nurse save a school bus driver
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Quick thinking by a St. Tammany Health System nurse anesthetist, along with a lot of luck and perhaps a little divine intervention, helped save the life of a beloved Madisonville school bus driver who suffered a medical emergency earlier this week while driving a bus full of elementary school children.
A special thank you for National Nurses Week 2021
Monday, May 10, 2021
With National Nurses Week continuing through Wednesday (May 12), we at STHS want to thank our nurses for their daily displays of dedication, professionalism and compassion.
Pop-up Moderna vaccine clinic comes to Mandeville
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has scheduled a pop-up Moderna COVID-19 vaccine clinic for this Friday (April 30) at its St. Tammany Physicians Network office in Mandeville.
STHS ranked among Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience
Monday, April 26, 2021
Women’s Choice Award has once again ranked St. Tammany Health System among its list of Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience in its size category, medium hospitals and health systems.
St. Tammany Health System Reaccredited as Chest Pain Center
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
The American College of Cardiology has once again recognized St. Tammany Health System for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain.
STHS cuts ribbon on new four-story patient tower
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
St. Tammany Health System leaders cut the ribbon Tuesday (April 13) on one of the biggest expansions in the organization’s 67-year history, a four-story, $56 million new patient tower blending state-of-the-art medical technology with the health system’s long-standing Healing Arts philosophy.
Dr. Foret's 6 tips for getting back into pre-COVID shape
Monday, April 12, 2021
Given that April is National Public Health Month, St. Tammany Health System’s Dr. Christopher Foret of the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Folsom, recently went on The Lake 94.7-FM to offer tips on getting back into healthy habits.
An Easter milestone: COVID count hits zero at STHS
Monday, April 5, 2021
Easter was a particularly joyous day at St. Tammany Health System this year. On Sunday morning (April 4), for the first time in 13 months, the health system had zero patients in COVID care at its Covington hospital.
STHS sets COVID vaccine pop-up for Madisonville
Friday, April 2, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has scheduled a Saturday pop-up vaccine clinic for April 10 at its St. Tammany Physicians Network office in Madisonville, 1520 Highway 22.
Dr. Torcson: Northshore COVID numbers manageable – for now
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
With federal officials warning of a potential fourth surge of COVID-19 infections amid the loosening of restrictions by numerous states including Louisiana, coronavirus numbers in western St. Tammany Parish are manageable at the moment, according to St. Tammany Health System Chief Medical Officer Dr. Patrick Torcson.
Mass COVID vaccination event set for Wednesday in Mandeville
Monday, March 29, 2021
COVID vaccine appointments are now available for a mass vaccination event to be held this Wednesday (March 31) at the Castine Center in Mandeville .
COVID vaccine eligibility expanded again
Thursday, March 18, 2021
New group includes restaurant workers, grocery store workers, construction workers and a litany of others in occupations deemed “essential,” regardless of a patient’s underlying health conditions,.
St. Tammany Health System adjusts visitation policy
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
With COVID-19 infection rates in St. Tammany Parish on the decline, and as vaccinations become available to more residents, St. Tammany Health System has adjusted its visitor policy, effective March 17, 2021.
STHS lowers flags to mark one year of COVID
Friday, March 12, 2021
St. Tammany Health System leaders joined with frontline healthcare workers on Friday (March 12) for a brief ceremony in solemn recognition of the diagnosis of the first COVID-positive patient at its Covington hospital one year ago.
A look back on the year of COVID – and a look forward
Friday, March 12, 2021
While the past year of COVID-19 has been defined by tragedy, it's also worth reflecting on the many small victories along the way.
State expands COVID vaccine eligibility to 16+ with qualifying conditions
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
A year to the day after the Louisiana’s first confirmed case of COVID-19, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Tuesday (March 9) that the state is expanding vaccine eligibility effective immediately.
STHS to offer J&J's one-dose COVID vaccine in Mandeville, Madisonville and Folsom
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has confirmed delivery of 1,000 doses of the newly approved, single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, which will be distributed Thursday and Friday (March 4 and 5) to patients meeting state vaccine eligibility criteria at its St. Tammany Physicians Network clinics in Mandeville, Madisonville and Folsom.
As COVID restrictions loosen, health experts urge caution
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
With COVID-19 infection rates heading in the right direction statewide, and a third vaccine getting federal approval this week, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards said he will sign an order loosening restrictions and moving the state to Phase 3 of its reopening plan effective Wednesday (March 4).
Pop-up COVID vaccine clinics coming to Mandeville, Madisonville
Friday, February 26, 2021
With the flow of COVID-19 vaccine ramping up, St. Tammany Health System has scheduled one-day pop-up vaccine clinics for its primary care clinics in Madisonville and Mandeville.
Red Sofa Campaign comes to St. Tammany
Thursday, February 25, 2021
If you’ve been in the lobby of St. Tammany Health System’s Covington hospital recently, you’ve probably noticed a red sofa positioned prominently just inside the main entrance – and you’ve probably also wondered to yourself, “What the heck is that all about?”
Another STHS pediatric department earns autism certification
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
St. Tammany Pediatrics, the primary care pediatric practice of St. Tammany Health System, has been named a Certified Autism Center by the International Board of Credentialing and Education Standards (IBCCES).
Teachers, others now eligible for COVID vaccine
Monday, February 22, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has expanded its COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to include several new groups.
This Lent, why not sacrifice bad heart habits?
Friday, February 19, 2021
It’s Lent, which is a time in which many people dedicate themselves to sacrifice and reflection. It’s also, however, a good time to rededicate yourself to healthier habits.
STHS announces Mardi Gras 2021 hours
Friday, February 12, 2021
With the exception of its Emergency Departments and its Express Care walk-in clinic, all St. Tammany Health System facilities will be closed Feb. 16 in recognition of Mardi Gras 2021.
Krewe of Muses brings Mardi Gras spirit to STHS
Friday, February 12, 2021
There won’t be any Mardi Gras parades this year, thanks to COVID-19, but members of one New Orleans superkrewe are making sure the healthcare heroes at St. Tammany Health System get at least a taste of Carnival anyway.
Pop-up COVID vaccine clinic coming to Folsom
Thursday, February 11, 2021
STHS has scheduled a pop-up COVID vaccine clinic for Saturday, Feb. 20, at its clinic at 82525 Highway 25.
Mardi Gras likely to bring COVID surge, data suggests
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
There won’t be any parades this Mardi Gras, but those who insist on attending mass gatherings on Fat Tuesday can plan on catching something anyway. It just won’t be limited to beads and doubloons.
COVID vaccine eligibility lowered to 65, state announces
Friday, February 5, 2021
Louisiana will expand eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines on Monday (Feb. 8), lowering the minimum age from 70 to 65 and adding all first responders, not just those providing healthcare and vaccinations.
How teamwork, technology saved one man's life | VIDEO
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Tony Magee is thankful for a lot of things, but above all he’s thankful to be alive – and for the surgical team at St. Tammany Health System and its partners at Ochsner Health that saved his life.
A New Hope: Read the latest edition of Heart to Heart
Monday, January 25, 2021
As bad as 2020 was, the new year dawns with no shortage of hope. That’s the theme of the January 2021 edition of Heart to Heart, St. Tammany Health System’s quarterly magazine.
Can I get the vaccine yet or can’t I? Here’s your answer.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine yet, or do I still have to wait? That seemingly simple question is creating no small amount of confusion.
STHS is now hiring healthcare heroes
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
To help fill a number of new and open positions, STHS has scheduled an open house to be hosted by Chief Nursing Officer Kerry Milton and other members of our dynamic nursing leadership team from 4 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 2.
Governor extends coronavirus restrictions until Feb. 10
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
The extension will maintain 50% occupancy limits for most businesses. Additionally, bars can open to indoor service at 25% capacity but only if their parish has seen two straight weeks of 5% or less positivity.
STHS expands COVID vaccine eligibility to those 70 and over
Monday, January 11, 2021
St. Tammany Health System on Monday (Jan. 11) announced the expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to include members of the community who are 70 years or older, as well as local community physicians, their employees and other health professionals.
List of local pharmacies offering COVID vaccines released
Monday, January 4, 2021
The Louisiana Department of Health on Monday morning (Jan. 4, 2021) announced the list of 107 pharmacies across the state now administering the COVID-19 vaccine to members of the public who meet certain requirements.
Retired nurses sought to help administer COVID vaccines
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
As COVID-19 vaccine distribution continues to ramp up, St. Tammany Health System is seeking retired nurses willing to volunteer to help administer them.
STHS publishes 2020 holiday hours
Thursday, December 24, 2020
For the convenience of our patients and community as the holiday season arrives, below find St. Tammany Health System’s 2020 holidays hours below, from Thanksgiving through Jan. 1.
Governor extends Phase 2 coronavirus restrictions
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
With coronavirus infections still raging statewide, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Tuesday (Dec. 22) that Louisiana will remain under Phase 2 of its COVID-19 restrictions for at least another three weeks, until Jan. 13.
A well-traveled Dr. Christine Thurston is home at last in Mandeville
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
After a youth as a self-described military brat, Dr. Christine Thurston decided to set down roots in Mandeville, where she works for St. Tammany Health System.
COVID-19 vaccine myths, debunked
Monday, December 21, 2020
With shipments of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine beginning Sunday (Dec. 20), just a week after Pfizer-BioNTech’s began distribution, the coronavirus news has been coming fast and furious – but so have the COVID vaccine myths.
For Dr. Marcus Wallace, getting the COVID vaccine is ‘a no-brainer’
Friday, December 18, 2020
“I’ve heard words like ‘game-changer’ when people talk about the vaccine. My word is ‘no-brainer,’” Wallace said after getting his shot. “Everybody should get it.
STHS administers its first COVID-19 vaccines
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
As part of the continued federal deployment of the groundbreaking Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, St. Tammany Health System infectious disease specialist Dr. Mike Hill became the health system’s first staff member to receive the vaccine at 10 a.m. Wednesday morning (Dec. 16).
STHS again earns 'A' for patient safety from Leapfrog Group
Monday, December 14, 2020
For the 10th grading period in a row, St. Tammany Health System has received an A for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization. The health system is one of only 29 hospitals nationally to have achieved an A in every grading period – which occur every fall and spring – since the inception of the program in 2012.
St. Tammany Health System named a Top Teaching Hospital nationally
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, St. Tammany Health System’s Covington hospital was named a Top Teaching Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group in an announcement released Tuesday (Dec. 8).
Women’s Choice Award again recognizes STHS as among America’s Best for patient safety, cancer care and more
Monday, December 7, 2020
Women’s Choice Award has once again named St. Tammany Health System among America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety, as well as in a variety of other areas for 2021 including cancer care, heart care, obstetrics, orthopedics and minimally invasive surgery.
The future of COVID: Vaccines are coming, but then what?
Thursday, December 3, 2020
As the saying goes, it’s always darkest before the dawn – but there’s a glimmer of light not too far in the distance regarding COVID.
STHS named among top 10% in nation for hospital care
Monday, November 30, 2020
St. Tammany Health System has been recognized for overall excellence and patient safety in areas including overall hospital care, overall medical care, cardiac care and interventional carotid care by CareChex.
Northshore hospitals team for #MaskUp campaign
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Northshore hospital leaders are coming together to urge residents to mask up in response to the recent local surge in COVID-19 cases.
St. Tammany Health System CEO Joan Coffman gives thanks in Healthcare Journal of New Orleans Q-and-A
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
We all know that 2020 has been a difficult year, particularly for healthcare workers. But, as St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman points out in the December 2020 issue of the Healthcare Journal of New Orleans, there are, indeed, plenty of reason to be thankful.
Full steam ahead: New four-story patient tower takes shape
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Work on St. Tammany Health System’s new patient wing – ground for which was broken in 2018 and which is part of a three-year, $100 million expansion plan – continues apace.
Chest pain? Here’s what you should do
Friday, October 9, 2020
Ever since March, when it first reared its head locally, COVID-19 – and how to avoid catching it – has dominated the thoughts of nearly everyone everywhere every day. In many cases, though, that’s been to the detriment of their health from a non-COVID standpoint.
Chest pain? Here’s what you should do
Friday, October 9, 2020
Ever since March, when it first reared its head locally, COVID-19 – and how to avoid catching it – has dominated the thoughts of nearly everyone everywhere every day. In many cases, though, that’s been to the detriment of their health from a non-COVID standpoint.
STQN announces 2020 Q3 Medical Director’s Award
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
St. Tammany Quality Network presented its third-quarter 2020 Medical Director’s Award to Dr. David Toups for his leadership and tireless work in developing processes that improve patient throughput and enhance the patient experience in St. Tammany Health System’s Emergency Department.
Four STHS Security officers promoted to sergeant
Friday, September 11, 2020
When the sun rose Friday, they were rank-and-file security officers. By the time they left for the day, however, Anthony Fortier, David Reed, Tirrell Washington and Eric Wiggins of the St. Tammany Health System Security Department all had new titles – and new stripes on their uniform shirts.
Visitation policy revised amid COVID-19 surge
Friday, September 11, 2020
Amid a continued spike of COVID-19 cases in our community and in our hospital, St. Tammany Health System is limiting visitation to one adult caregiver (18 years or older) per patient per day.
Louisiana to ease COVID restrictions, governor announces
Friday, September 11, 2020
Despite concerns over the volume of Labor Day gatherings across the state amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards said Thursday that shrinking case counts warrant the further loosening of state-mandated restrictions. And so, effective Friday (Sept. 11), Louisiana will transition from Phase 2 to Phase 3 of its reopening, he said.
STHS earns international autism certification
Friday, September 11, 2020
Two St. Tammany Health System Pediatric Departments are now a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The designation means that physicians and staff in the inpatient pediatric unit and pediatric emergency department completed an additional autism-specific training and certification program to improve patient outcomes and experiences.
Meet Dr. Catherine Pechon, Madisonville’s newest family physician
Friday, September 11, 2020
Board-certified in family medicine and with interests in preventative healthcare and wellness, women’s health, and weight management, Dr. Catherine Pechon in July joined St. Tammany Health System’s new family medicine practice in Madisonville, at 1520 Highway 22.
STHS Madisonville clinic transitions to full-family primary care practice
Friday, September 11, 2020
After three years of functioning as a pediatrics practice, St. Tammany Health System’s Madisonville clinic at 1520 Highway 22 is transitioning back to a full-family primary care practice.
Louisiana to ease COVID restrictions, governor announces
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Despite concerns over the volume of Labor Day gatherings across the state amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards said Thursday that shrinking case counts warrant the further loosening of state-mandated restrictions. And so, effective Friday (Sept. 11), Louisiana will transition from Phase 2 to Phase 3 of its reopening, he said.
STHS earns international autism certification
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Two St. Tammany Health System Pediatric Departments are now a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC), a designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).
STHS Madisonville clinic transitions to full-family primary care practice
Thursday, August 20, 2020
After three years of functioning as a pediatrics practice, St. Tammany Health System’s Madisonville clinic at 1520 Highway 22 is transitioning back to a full-family primary care practice.
Meet Dr. Catherine Pechon, Madisonville’s newest family physician
Monday, August 3, 2020
Board-certified in family medicine and with interests in preventative healthcare and wellness, women’s health, and weight management, Pechon in July joined St. Tammany Health System’s new family medicine practice in Madisonville, at 1520 Highway 22.
Visitation policy revised amid COVID-19 surge
Monday, August 3, 2020
Amid a continued spike of COVID-19 cases in our community and in our hospital, St. Tammany Health System is limiting visitation to one adult caregiver (18 years or older) per patient per day.
Four STHS Security officers promoted to sergeant
Friday, July 31, 2020
When the sun rose Friday, they were rank-and-file security officers. By the time they left for the day, however, Anthony Fortier, David Reed, Tirrell Washington and Eric Wiggins of the St. Tammany Health System Security Department all had new titles – and new stripes on their uniform shirts.
Do hot or cold temperatures affect COVID-19 coronavirus?
Thursday, March 26, 2020
A closer look at the virus behind the pandemic.
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