Generally Speaking

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our hosts McKenzie Fontenot and Deanna Lejeune as they interview Shantelle Savant, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE cl, WCC, Nurse Education Manager, as they discuss the return of the Better Breathers Club and how it can benefit you.

Episode 32: Meet Desiree Robison, FNP In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she speaks with Desiree Robison, FNP. Listen as they discuss chronic disease management, osteoporosis, and the primary care serivces she offers.

Episode 31: Painting the Town Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she speaks with Olivia Buller, OGHS Foundation Assistant. Listen as they discuss the Paint the Town Pink Initiative, upcoming events, free mammogram qualifications, and ways you can support this great cause!

Episode 30: Healthcare Careers In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she speaks with Rebecca Cornette, OGHS HR Supervisor. Listen as they discuss challenges in recruitment, different careers available in healthcare, open positions at Opelousas General, and benefits!

Episode 29: Meet the VCOM/OGHS Medical Students! In this episode of Generally Speaking, join host McKenzie Fontenot and co-host Holly Cope-Lynn in meeting Autumn Oliver and Alexander Hernandez, both third year medical students at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM). Listen as they discuss their experiences as medical students, their favorite medicine to practice, and advice that they would give to those pursuing careers in medicine.

Episode 28: Meet the Solution to Acid Reflux Listen as hosts Emily Jones and McKenzie Fontenot talk with Michael Bearden of Endogastric Solutions and discuss the newest procedure at OGHS that combats, treats, and heals acid reflux and GERD.

Episode 27: Headaches and Dementia Listen as hosts Emily Jones and Holly Cope-Lynn talk with Dr. Saurabh Singhal, Neurologist as he discusses headaches vs. migraines and dementia.

Episode 26: Introducing Dr. Brooks Lowrey, General Surgeon. Get to know Dr. Lowrey, the newest general surgeon to join WellSmart Health Surgical Associates. Listen as hosts Emily Jones and Gretchen Milligan interview Dr. Lowrey as he discusses his time in medical school, why he chose general surgery, and so much more. Additional information can be found here: WellSmartHealth.com/SurgicalAssociates.

Episode 25: Why Annual Breast Cancer Screenings are Vital to Women's Health, features hosts Emily Jones and McKenzie Fontenot, and guest Dr. Gerard Ballanco, Radiologist, as they discuss the importance of mammograms during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Episode 24: How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Heals, features host Emily Jones and guests Kerry Thibodeaux, MD and Marcus Speyrer, RN, of The Wound Treatment Center as they discuss hyperbaric oxygen therapy, what it treats, and how heals. Learn more here: The Wound Treatment Center (https://www.opelousasgeneral.com/services/the-wound-treatment-center/)

Episode 23: Innovative Spine Surgery Technology, features host, Emily Jones, and guest, Dr. George “Ray” Williams, Orthopaedic Surgeon with WellSmart Health Orthopaedic Spine Clinic, as they discuss the treatment of spine disorders using minimally invasive ExcelsiusGPS technology. Learn more about ExcelsiusGPS here: https://www.opelousasgeneral.com/~/services/excelsiusgps/

Generally Speaking, an Opelousas General Health System podcast, is back! Episode 22: Supporting Health Promotion in St. Landry Parish, features host, Emily Jones, and guest, Tracey Antee, Foundation Director, as they discuss Healthy St. Landry and the OGHS Foundation. Learn more about the OGHS Foundation here: https://www.opelousasgeneral.com/oghs-foundation/

Tune in as Tracey and our guest host, Faydra, speak with our guest for this episode, Adrienne Huguet, OGHS Breast Health Nurse Navigator, about the breast health navigation program. To learn more, visit https://www.opelousasgeneral.com/services/cancer-detection-diagnosis-treatment/breast-health-navigator-program/.

Tune in as Tracey and our guest host, Faydra, speak with our guest for this episode, David Reese, FNP at WellSmart Health of Carencro, about colorectal cancer, symptoms and preventative screenings, and the WellSmart Health of Carencro clinic.

Tune in as Tracey and our guest host, Faydra, speak with our guest for this episode, Elizabeth Henry MBA/HCM, BSN, RN-BC, OGHS Infection Preventionist, about the COVID-19 vaccine and frequently asked questions.

Tune in as Andrew and Peyton speak with our guest for this episode, Shannon Sam, Director of OGHS Business Office, about common questions and concerns about insurance, and the differences between medicare and medicare replacement policies.

Tune in as Andrew and Peyton speak with our guest for this episode, Jacqueline Lachapelle, Director of Financial Aid at LSUE, about advice for applying for Financial Aid.

Tune in as Deanna and Tracey speak with our guest for this episode, Paula Martinez Mills with LHC Group, about hospice, common misconceptions, facts and advice.

Tune in as Deanna and Tracey speak with our guest for this episode, Yvonee Normand, Rotarian, about the Rotary Clubs of Opelousas, their purpose, and special events.

Tune in as Deanna and Tracey speak with our guest for this episode, Margie Quebedeaux, Board Certified Counselor, about mental health and resources.