August 29, 2017

The Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians (LAFP) announced that Dr. Jonathan Hunter of Alexandria, La. was installed as its president for 2017-2018. Sworn in at the inaugural luncheon in New Orleans, La. on Aug. 5, Dr. Hunter became the LAFP’s 70th president.

August 29, 2017

West Jefferson Medical Center (WJMC) EMS is donating $500 to the Wears Valley Volunteer Fire Department in Wears Valley, Tenn. to help build living quarters for EMS crews in an area that doesn’t currently have 24/7 EMS service.

A year ago, wild fires devastated rural communities in the Smokey Mountains. As a result of the fires, three people died. One of them lived in Wears Valley.

August 29, 2017

Three new officers were recently appointed to the University Medical Center Management Corporation (UMCMC), the governing board for University Medical Center (UMC) New Orleans. Officers are appointed for a one-year term.

August 29, 2017

Tulane Health System has named Melanie Caughman, RN, its director of emergency services at Tulane Lakeside Hospital for Women and Children. As director of emergency services, Caughman will have responsibility for the overall management and operations of the emergency department at the Metairie hospital.

August 22, 2017

Ochsner Health System is proud to announce the 16-member graduating class of the 11th Annual STAR Summer Scholars Program (Science, Technology, Academic, Research). This rigorous full-day, four week-program is offered to selected high school students who have an interest in pursuing education and careers in science and medicine. The goal is to engage students in healthcare careers through practical learning and innovative educational opportunities.