http://pressroom.prlog.org/NorthOaks/About North Oaks Health System - North Oaks Health System is a community-based hospital organization with nearly 3,000 employees, physicians and volunteers, serving the Florida Parishes of Louisiana since 1960. http://www.prlog.org/12138396-north-oaks-medical-center-to-open-new-er-entrance-monday-may-20.htmlBeginning Monday, May 20, 2013, at approximately 5:00 a.m., the Emergency Room (ER) entrance at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond will permanently relocate to the back (west) of North Oaks Medical Center on Emergency Services Drive.Wed, 15 May 2013 21:17:56 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12129606-dr-nancy-mellin-to-talk-on-treatment-options-for-children-who-always-seem-to-be-under-the-weather.htmlIf your child always seems to be sick, join Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist Nancy Mellin, MD, on Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m. for a free seminar on causes and treatment of common childhood conditions.Wed, 01 May 2013 21:47:41 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12087832-northshore-internal-medicine-associates-receives-quality-recognition-for-diabetes-care.htmlNorthshore Internal Medicine Associates, a North Oaks Physician Group clinic in Hammond, has been recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Diabetes Recognition Program for excellence in caring for patients with diabetes.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:43:57 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12064508-top-neurosurgeon-to-talk-about-treating-parkinsons-disease-with-deep-brain-stimulation.htmlDavid Masel, MD, FACS, FAANS, one of America’s top neurosurgeons, is offering a free seminar on Friday, Feb. 1 about using Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to treat Parkinson’s disease when medications start losing effectiveness.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:52:37 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12064231-radiologist-jp-miller-md-selected-as-north-oaks-physician-of-the-year-for-2012.htmlRadiologist J.P. Miller, MD, was selected as North Oaks Health System’s Physician of the Year for 2012. The award recognizes exceptional dedication to people, service, leadership, continuous improvement in patient care and community involvement.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:04:26 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12064213-socrates-zapata-campusano-md-joins-north-oaks-neurology-clinic.htmlNeurologist Socrates Zapata Campusano, MD, has joined the practice of North Oaks Neurology Clinic in Hammond. He will begin seeing patients on Friday, Feb. 1.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:51:35 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12039145-loved-ones-of-hospice-patients-trim-memory-tree.htmlNorth Oaks Hospice held its 20th annual Hospice Memory Tree gathering on Thurs., Dec. 6 in the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center in Hammond.Fri, 07 Dec 2012 23:46:32 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12032568-reggie-sanders-trio-to-perform-at-north-oaks-medical-center-expansion-open-house.htmlThe Reggie Sanders Trio will perform jazz standards and holiday favorites at the North Oaks Medical Center Expansion Community Open House on Thursday, Nov. 29 from 5-7 p.m.Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:40:09 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12032559-livingston-parish-childrens-choir-chorale-to-perform-at-north-oaks-medical-center-open-house.htmlThe Livingston Parish Children’s Choir Chorale will perform at the North Oaks Medical Center Expansion Community Open House on Thursday, Nov. 29 from 4:30-5 p.m.Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:36:17 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12029552-plaza-orthopedics-joins-north-oaks-physician-group.htmlPlaza Orthopedics and Drs. J. Larry Fambrough and Robert T. McAfee will join the North Oaks Physician Group network of primary, specialty and walk-in clinics effective Dec. 3, 2012.Mon, 26 Nov 2012 21:26:25 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12029529-holiday-attractions-planned-for-north-oaks-medical-center-expansion-open-house.htmlA host of family-friendly holiday activities are planned for the North Oaks Medical Center Expansion Community Open House on Thursday, Nov. 29.Fri, 23 Nov 2012 18:14:20 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12025133-north-oaks-medical-center-to-hold-annual-nicu-reunion-for-former-patients.htmlFormer patients of North Oaks Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and their families will be catching up with their caregivers at the NICU Reunion on Saturday, Dec. 1.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:33:42 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12023579-louisiana-lt-governor-jay-dardenne-to-deliver-keynote-at-north-oaks-medical-center-open-house.htmlThe Honorable Jay Dardenne, Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana, will deliver the keynote address during the ribbon cutting program for North Oaks Medical Center’s expansion on Nov. 29 from 5-5:30 p.m. An open house will follow from 5:30-7 p.m.Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:11:48 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12019247-alexis-marceaux-to-perform-at-open-house-for-north-oaks-medical-center-expansion.htmlAlexis Marceaux, who recently competed on Season 3 of the NBC talent show "The Voice," will perform at the community-wide Open House celebrating North Oaks Medical Center’s expansion on Thursday, Nov. 29 from 5-7 p.m.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 19:12:01 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12009955-community-invited-to-open-house-for-north-oaks-medical-center-expansion.htmlThe community is invited to an open house on Thursday, Nov. 29 from 5-7 p.m. to showcase the new 5-story wing of North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond before it opens for patient care.Fri, 26 Oct 2012 21:47:36 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11992538-drs-scott-curry-and-matthew-lafleur-join-north-oaks-orthopaedic-specialty-center.htmlT. Scott Curry, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon fellowship-trained in joint realignment and reconstruction, and Matthew C. Lafleur, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon fellowship-trained in spine surgery, have joined North Oaks Orthopaedic Specialty Center.Fri, 05 Oct 2012 18:44:21 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11991871-beat-the-flu-with-little-stick-at-north-oaks-walk-in-clinics.htmlNorth Oaks Health System wants to help you beat the flu with “little stick” this year. Flu vaccines are now available at North Oaks Walk-In Clinics in Hammond, Ponchatoula and Walker, and no appointment is necessary.Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:01:13 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11963526-north-oaks-to-resume-business-as-usual-for-elective-outpatient-services-on-friday-august-31.htmlBusiness as usual continues at North Oaks Medical Center and North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital with elective and outpatient services to join in regular hours of operation on Friday, August 31 following Hurricane Isaac.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 04:22:57 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11962318-north-oaks-health-system-continues-to-respond-to-tropical-storm-isaac.htmlNorth Oaks Medical Center remains open to care for hospitalized patients and those in need of critical emergency services. North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital also remains open to care for hospitalized patients.Wed, 29 Aug 2012 21:39:20 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11955373-north-oaks-physician-group-opens-northshore-urological-associates-in-hammond-and-livingston.htmlNorth Oaks Physician Group announces the opening of Northshore Urological Associates in Hammond and Livingston on Monday, August 27.Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:57:14 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11920496-institute-for-healthcare-improvement-invites-north-oaks-medical-center-to-share-best-practices.htmlThe North Oaks Medical Center Perinatal Project Team will present best practices in decreasing infant mortality and complication rates in a national webinar sponsored by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement on Tuesday, July 10 at 3 p.m.Tue, 10 Jul 2012 14:09:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11919772-north-oaks-school-of-radiologic-technology-honors-12-graduates.htmlA ceremony recognizing the forty-third graduating class of the North Oaks School of Radiologic Technology was held on July 3 in the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center, located on the North Oaks Medical Center campus in Hammond, La.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:15:21 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11918111-north-oaks-medical-center-ranked-among-louisianas-top-hospitals-in-louisiana-life-magazine.htmlNorth Oaks Medical Center of Hammond is recognized as one of state’s top hospitals in the July/August issue of Louisiana Life magazine.Sat, 07 Jul 2012 00:36:22 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11914181-north-oaks-physician-group-opens-ponchatoula-walk-in-clinic.htmlNorth Oaks Walk-In Clinic opened in Ponchatoula on May 7 at 530 West Pine St. in Suite 1 of the Gabriel Shopping Center. Treatment is offered for most illnesses and minor injuries for infants (age 3 months+) to adults. No appointment is needed.Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:04:14 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11913470-northshore-ent-clinic-joining-north-oaks-physician-group-on-july-2-2012.htmlEffective Monday, July 2, Northshore ENT Clinic and Nancy R. Mellin, MD, will join the North Oaks Physician Group network of North Oaks Health System.Sun, 01 Jul 2012 21:23:05 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11906981-north-oaks-health-system-offers-stroke-education.htmlNorth Oaks Health System is working to build awareness of stroke’s warning signs and the importance of seeking immediate medical attention through the Get With The Guidelines®—Stroke program.Fri, 22 Jun 2012 19:01:34 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11902721-north-oaks-medical-center-honors-19th-class-of-dietetic-interns-with-graduation-ceremony.html[HAMMOND, La.] – Members of the North Oaks Medical Center Dietetic Internship Program’s 19th graduating class were honored with a ceremony and reception on June 7, 2012 at the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center in Hammond, La.Mon, 18 Jun 2012 18:30:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11895710-north-oaks-medical-centers-automated-laboratory-heightens-patient-safety-and-quality.htmlNorth Oaks Medical Center is the first hospital on the Northshore of Louisiana to implement a “lab train,” a fully computerized laboratory system that uses bar code technology to process specimens.Fri, 08 Jun 2012 23:04:55 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11691406-industry-leader-certifies-north-oaks-pulmonary-rehabilitation-program.htmlThe American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) has renewed certification of the North Oaks Medical Center Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program.Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:59:49 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11683989-north-oaks-offers-gluten-free-cooking-class.htmlNorth Oaks dietetic interns will prepare gluten-free food choices at a complimentary cooking demonstration from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 4, at Alack Culinary Equipment and Supplies, 17420 Hwy. 190 in Hammond. Registration is required.Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11683735-dr-judson-penton-joins-north-oaks-orthopaedic-specialty-center-in-livingston-and-ponchatoula.htmlSports Medicine Specialist Judson L. Penton, MD, has joined North Oaks Orthopaedic Specialty Center in Livingston and Ponchatoula. He is accepting new patients.Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:30:48 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11680424-dr-brian-ladner-joins-north-oaks-orthopaedic-specialty-center.htmlTraumatologist Brian J. Ladner, MD, has joined North Oaks Orthopaedic Specialty Center in Livingston and Ponchatoula, Louisiana.Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:35:57 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11680420-women-in-cancer-treatment-invited-to-complimentary-dinner-presentation-of-look-goodfeel-better.htmlNorth Oaks Health System and the American Cancer Society will host a free dinner presentation of Look Good…Feel Better for women in cancer treatment on Monday, Oct. 17 from 6-8 p.m. at 1900 S. Morrison Blvd. in Hammond, Louisiana.Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:58:05 GMT http://www.prlog.org/11672021-north-oaks-health-system-receives-grant-from-susan-komen-for-the-cure-baton-rouge-affiliate.htmlNew Project to Offer Complimentary Breast Cancer Screening Services in Tangipahoa, Livingston and St. Helena Parishes for Uninsured and Underinsured WomenFri, 23 Sep 2011 23:27:07 GMT