St. Tammany Physicians Network

St. Tammany Physicians Network Located on Highway 21 just a mile south of our main hospital campus, the Covington office of St.

Tammany Physicians Network is home to five board-certified physicians and a nurse practitioner caring for patients ages 16 and older and equipped to address acute and chronic care, as well as annual wellness physicals for work, school or sports.

Dr. Merrill Laurent, STHS Family Medicine physician, recently spoke to the Northshore Mandeville Kiwanis about the impor...
04/09/2026

Dr. Merrill Laurent, STHS Family Medicine physician, recently spoke to the Northshore Mandeville Kiwanis about the importance of low-dose CT lung cancer screenings. ❤️

Early detection can save lives and opportunities like this help raise awareness and educate our community about proactive health measures.

Learn more 👉 https://www.sttammany.health/Lung

This Easter, all of us at St. Tammany Health System wish you and your loved ones a day filled with hope, renewal and joy...
04/05/2026

This Easter, all of us at St. Tammany Health System wish you and your loved ones a day filled with hope, renewal and joy. 🌸

As we celebrate this season of new beginnings, we’re reminded of the importance of caring for one another—body, mind and spirit. Thank you for trusting us to be part of your health journey.

Wishing you a safe, healthy and happy Easter. 💛🐣

At St. Tammany Health System, a new approach to addiction care is meeting patients where they are — in the emergency roo...
04/03/2026

At St. Tammany Health System, a new approach to addiction care is meeting patients where they are — in the emergency room — and offering support when it matters most: the moment they’re ready to accept help.

This philosophy drives the Bridge to Treatment program, an evidence-based model that transforms brief ER visits into pathways toward long-term recovery. On Tuesday, representatives from state and national Bridge organizations joined our team to share best practices and explore ways to build on the program’s early success.

Together, we’re creating stronger bridges to recovery for our community. ❤️

Connecting for Better Care 🤝Local physicians and healthcare leaders gathered last week at the Southern Hotel in Covingto...
04/01/2026

Connecting for Better Care 🤝

Local physicians and healthcare leaders gathered last week at the Southern Hotel in Covington for St. Tammany Quality Network’s 2026 Annual Membership Meeting.

The evening featured a candid, wide-ranging fireside chat with Louisiana Department of Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein and Undersecretary Drew Maranto, offering valuable insight into statewide efforts to improve outcomes and expand access to care. The discussion created space for a thoughtful exchange between state officials and local healthcare leaders on the challenges and opportunities shaping care delivery today.

Read more 👉 https://www.sttammany.health/News/STQN2026annualmeeting

Today we celebrate the incredible dedication, compassion and expertise of our physicians. ❤️“Thoughtful, patient focused...
03/30/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible dedication, compassion and expertise of our physicians. ❤️

“Thoughtful, patient focused physicians are instrumental to high quality health care in any community. We are fortunate to have an excellent team of physicians at St. Tammany Health System who meet this definition. As not only a health system colleague but also a resident of this community, I am professionally and personally thankful for the great care they provide."
- Jack Khashou M.Ed, MS, STHS Chief Operating Officer

Happy Doctors' Day to the professionals who make healing possible. ✨

On Doctors' Day, we honor those who go above and beyond for their patients. ❤️“It is truly an honor to work with physici...
03/30/2026

On Doctors' Day, we honor those who go above and beyond for their patients. ❤️

“It is truly an honor to work with physician colleagues at STHS that have such compassion and empathy for their patients, expert clinical knowledge and judgement, and the dedication to the practice of medicine as a calling to service and a privilege. All good wishes and gratitude to my STHS physician colleagues on Doctors' Day!"
- Patrick Torcson MD, MMM, FACP, SFHM, STHS Chief Medical Officer

Thank you for the lives you touch and the difference you make. ✨

Join us in celebrating our outstanding physicians today! ✨“On behalf of all of us here at STHS, we wish you a wonderful ...
03/30/2026

Join us in celebrating our outstanding physicians today! ✨

“On behalf of all of us here at STHS, we wish you a wonderful Doctors' Day celebration! Your expertise, teamwork and exceptional care have made a real difference in achieving clinical excellence. We are tremendously grateful for your outstanding dedication and support of our mission of service to our patients and community. Happy Doctors' Day!"
- Joan Coffman FACHE, STHS President and CEO

We are proud to recognize your unwavering dedication. Happy Doctors Day! ❤️

The countdown to Doctor’s Day continues ❤️With March 30th nearing, we’re recognizing the outstanding physicians of St. T...
03/29/2026

The countdown to Doctor’s Day continues ❤️

With March 30th nearing, we’re recognizing the outstanding physicians of St. Tammany Health System. Their dedication and skill help shape healthier outcomes for our community each and every day.

"We appreciate the exceptional and personal care each of our physicians provide to our patients every day, every touch, every time."
- Michael Hill MD, STHS VP - Quality and Utilization Management

Help us celebrate the people behind the care. ✨

Counting down to Doctor’s Day ❤️Each day, the physicians of St. Tammany Health System make a difference through their co...
03/28/2026

Counting down to Doctor’s Day ❤️

Each day, the physicians of St. Tammany Health System make a difference through their compassion, knowledge, and commitment to patient care.

"On this Doctors' Day, we celebrate and honor your unwavering dedication to healing, innovation and compassionate care. Your partnership with nursing is the foundation of exceptional patient outcomes and together, we create a culture of excellence. Thank you for your leadership, collaboration and the profound impact you make every day."
- Kerry Milton MSHA, RN, STHS Chief Nursing Officer

Join us in recognizing their impact as March 30 approaches. ✨

Only a few days until Doctor’s Day ❤️We’re proud to recognize the physicians of St. Tammany Health System whose expertis...
03/28/2026

Only a few days until Doctor’s Day ❤️

We’re proud to recognize the physicians of St. Tammany Health System whose expertise and dedication elevate care in our community every day.

"Doctors' Day recognition is a nice honor and recognition for physicians. Physicians work tirelessly to provide quality of care to our patients. They are dedicated to lifelong learning to hone their craft to make a positive difference in patients' lives. We thank our physicians for the career path they have chosen and the work they do every day."
- Joe Landers MD, Medical Director of STHS Hospital Medicine

Celebrate with us as we count down to March 30. ✨

The countdown to Doctors’ Day is on! ✨With March 30 right around the corner, we’re taking time to recognize the physicia...
03/27/2026

The countdown to Doctors’ Day is on! ✨

With March 30 right around the corner, we’re taking time to recognize the physicians of St. Tammany Health System who go above and beyond for our patients every single day. Their commitment to compassionate, high-quality care helps make our community stronger and healthier.

“I'm proud to celebrate Doctors' Day at STHS and honor the physicians who lead with skill, compassion and resilience. Their years of rigorous training and tireless commitment to patient care - especially in critical moments- are nothing short of extraordinary. We're grateful for all they do to keep our community healthy and strong.”
- Kelly Rabalais FACHE, STHS VP Communication and Strategy

Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate our doctors leading up to Doctors’ Day. ❤️

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80 Gardenia Drive, Suite B
Covington, LA
70433

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+19858715900

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