Leveraging the power of for patients, medical professionals, and researchers.
Louisiana Center for Health Innovation leverages the power of public and private data science for the benefit of patients, medical professionals and researchers to improve health outcomes and save lives. LCHI is a part of the Informatics Research Institute at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette that contributes to the social good through research in data science to unleash the potential of Big Data in such areas as health, crisis response, community security & resiliency, and smart & connected community. Health informatics is the interdisciplinary field that studies the effective uses of clinical and public health data to improve health of individuals, populations and society. The center conducts research to collect, process, and analyze data with the goal to improve health as measured by such metrics as mortality rate, disease rates, life expectancy. Our data sources include clinical data, social media, prescriptions, insurance claims, health organization reports, and patient-generated devices or wearables. Center Goals
- Focuses on the future of healthcare
- Works with local and state partners including the Louisiana Department of Health to create health care innovation
- Tests and scales new concepts at the intersection of health policy and technology
- Conducts policy and program research relevant to business processes in need of improvement
- Reaches into the community to promote healthcare innovation through events such as the CajunCodeFest Health App Competition.
*The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and they may not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.*
09/19/2025
Advance Your Expertise at the Nursing and Health Sciences Informatics Bootcamp
Join the .healthsciences and LCHI, in collaboration with the , for a two-day Nursing and Health Sciences Informatics Bootcamp on November 20–21, 2025.
Earn up to 14 continuing education credits while learning from industry leaders Dr. Susan K. Newbold and Dr. Constance S. Berner on topics including leadership, information technology, and data security.
We are excited to launch the ECHO Louisiana Community Coalition as part of our work at the Louisiana Center for Health Innovation (LCHI) at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Led by Angie V. Sanchez, MD, MPH, and Sadie S., this initiative aims to strengthen maternal health by expanding access to education and resources throughout Region 5.
In collaboration with the Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center (SWLAHEC) and with support from Pfizer Global Medical Grants & Partnerships Program, this effort will engage families, birth workers, and community health teams to develop educational tools that reflect the needs and experiences of the region.
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Your UL Lafayette ID can get you access to all the resources at the Lafayette Public Library. Check it out ~
Welcome back, Ragin' Cajuns! University of Louisiana at Lafayette students, faculty, and staff can now use their school IDs to access the Lafayette Public Library’s many resources. SoLAcc students will soon have access to the same service at a later date.
Allowing IDs from the university and community college to work as library cards will provide automatic access to LPL resources to about 22,000 people. They will be able to access not only a catalog of physical and digital materials, but also programs and services, including 24/7 online tutoring, résumé writing and job search assistance, study and meeting rooms, computer classes, art and craft programs, museum passes, study guides and practice tests, Makerspaces, and more.
08/25/2025
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08/21/2025
As the new academic year begins, we’re proud to reflect on the Louisiana Center for Health Innovation’s collaborations with the UL Lafayette College of Nursing and Health Sciences, featured in the Summer Newsletter.
LCHI helped bring international attention to our campus through the 46th Annual American Romanian Academy Congress, which welcomed global leaders in health informatics and biomedical research. We also celebrated UL Lafayette's recognition as a HIMSS Approved Education Partner, a designation that reflects our shared commitment to advancing healthcare education.
Through the TExBioMed Summer Institute, LCHI, in partnership with the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, provided students with immersive training in biomedical informatics, AI in healthcare, and translational research. These experiences are helping prepare the next generation of health professionals to lead with innovation and impact.
🌟 Celebrating the Future of Health Innovation
The Louisiana Center for Health Innovation proudly concludes the 2025 TExBioMed Summer Institute with deep appreciation for the 13 driven undergraduate scholars who spent their summer advancing research in biomedical informatics, genomics, data science, and public health.
Over 12 immersive weeks, these students brought bold ideas to life—tackling complex challenges, building new skills, and delivering impactful final presentations that reflect their growth and commitment.
🏅 Congratulations to our top showcase awardees:
• 1st – Katie Hambrice
• 2nd – Konye Brown
• 3rd (tie) – Aseel Ghani & Christian Bristow
We extend our sincere thanks to the research mentors, judges, guest lecturers, community partners, and university leadership who made this program possible—and to our behind-the-scenes champions, Program Coordinator Kemiah Owoh, and Graduate Assistants Chloe Guidry, Muhammad Usama Islam, and Madhu Nalluri.
TExBioMed is led by LCHI with generous funding from the National Library of Medicine at NIH (Award ), under the direction of Dr. Gabriela Wilson, PI and Program Director, whose vision and leadership continue to shape the future of health innovation at UL Lafayette and beyond.
✨ As this chapter closes, a new one begins. Our scholars leave with more than experience—they carry forward the skills, purpose, and passion to shape the future of health innovation. We can’t wait to see where their journeys lead.
07/30/2025
The Louisiana Center for Health Innovation (LCHI) at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs are conducting a survey to help identify service gaps for veterans and their families in Louisiana.
It’s not too late to participate — the survey closes tomorrow, July 31st!
We are inviting you to take a one-time, voluntary, and anonymous survey about your background, support needs, and mental wellness. It takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Please select the link that applies to you to give your consent and begin the survey:
Your input is valuable and will help improve services for the veteran community across the state. Thank you for your time and support!
07/16/2025
ATTENTION VETERAN FAMILY MEMBERS: WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
The Louisiana Center for Health Innovation at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs are conducting a survey study to identify opportunities for growth in serving Louisiana's veterans and their families.
We invite veterans, family members of veterans and those who work for or volunteer in a veterans service organization to take a one-time survey to answer questions about your background and needs for support. If you want to participate, please use the following links to give your consent and start the survey:
Governor Jeff Landry | Alexandria VA Health Care System | Blinded Veterans Association | Blue Star Mothers of Louisiana, Chapter 1 | Blue Star Mothers of Louisiana - NELA Chapter 6 | Geaux Seven Chapter of Blue Star Mothers of America | Elizabeth Dole Foundation | Louisiana National Guard | Louisiana Women Veterans | National Veterans Legal Services Program - NVLSP | NextOp Veterans | Objective Zero Foundation | Overton Brooks VA Medical Center | Southeast Louisiana Legal Services - SLLS | New Orleans Veterans Medical Center | The Boot | Women Veterans of the Ark-La-Tex | Women Veterans Network - WoVeN | Work For Warriors Louisiana | Wounded Warrior Project | Wreaths Across America | The National WWII Museum | For Our Fallen | Books for Boots
07/15/2025
Dr. Gabriela Wilson, Director of LCHI, recently participated in the 2025 inSTEM Summit in Washington, D.C., hosted by the National Science and Technology Medals Foundation (NSTMF).
She served as a speaker on the "Advancing Women in STEM" panel, one of several sessions designed to support and guide undergraduate students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
The summit welcomed students, mentors, and STEM professionals from across the country for two days of conversation, connection, and professional development.
Thank you to Dr. Mayowa Awe and the National Science and Technology Medals Foundation for organizing a thoughtful and engaging event.
07/10/2025
Chloe Guidry, Graduate Research Assistant at LCHI, led a training session for TExBioMed participants on how trauma registry data is managed using TraumaOne.
She guided attendees through data abstraction, medical coding, entry, and analysis, while also explaining the use of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and AIS-15 in trauma data reporting.
The session provided an overview of how trauma registrars support clinical research and healthcare systems through data collection.
Thank you, Chloe, for sharing your expertise and giving participants a deeper understanding of this important field.
06/25/2025
Veteran Highlight
Dr. Jeremiah Owoh, retired United States Army veteran with 27 years of service and father of LCHI’s Operations and Communications Coordinator, Kemiah Owoh, shares his story.
"Dr. Owoh was commissioned in the U.S. Army on May 3, 2003, after completing the ROTC program at the University of Central Arkansas. He began his career in Field Artillery, attending the Officer Basic Course at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and was subsequently deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) II as a Fire Direction Officer (FDO). During his deployment, he served as both a Howitzer Platoon Leader and later as a Maneuver Platoon Leader, playing a critical role in security operations for Iraq's first democratic election.
He held several key leadership positions, including Maintenance Control Officer for the 215th Brigade Support Battalion, Assistant Brigade S4 during OIF 06-08, and Systems Control Officer at the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) within the Pentagon. His leadership excellence earned him multiple accolades, including the DISA Company Grade Officer of the Year award and the Joint Service Achievement Medal.
Dr. Owoh’s military awards include the Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with three bronze oak leaf clusters, Joint Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, and the Iraqi Campaign Medal, among others."
The Louisiana Center for Health Innovation (LCHI) at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, in collaboration with , is conducting a survey study to identify service gaps for veterans and their families in Louisiana. We are inviting our friends to take a survey to answer questions about their background, needs for support, and mental wellness. This survey should take approximately 30 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary and anonymous.
The survey deadline has been extended and will now close on July 31st.
The 2nd AI4HealthOutcomes Symposium is Co-organized by the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Ochsner Health on July 22nd, 2025.
As AI technology continues to evolve, healthcare organizations are exploring opportunities to streamline their operations while ensuring the trustworthy implementation of these technologies. Clinical integration demands robust validation, training, and change management strategies.
The 2nd AI for Health Outcomes Symposium focuses on two critical themes: Trust and Workforce Development. The symposium brings together healthcare leaders, AI innovators, and public health experts to explore responsible AI deployment and strategic implementation approaches.
*This program is approved for up to 5.0 continuing education (CE) hours. See the website for details- ai4healthincomes.org
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The center was created to leverage the power of public and private data science for the benefit of patients, medical professionals and researchers to improve health outcomes and save lives.
LCHI is a part of the Informatics Research Institute at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette that contributes to the social good through research in data science to unleash the potential of Big Data in such areas as health, crisis response, community security & resiliency, and smart & connected community.
Health informatics is the interdisciplinary field that studies the effective uses of clinical and public health data to improve health of individuals, populations and society. The center conducts research to collect, process, and analyze data with the goal to improve health as measured by such metrics as mortality rate, disease rates, life expectancy. Our data sources include clinical data, social media, prescriptions, insurance claims, health organization reports, and patient-generated devices or wearables.
Center Goals
Focuses on the future of healthcare
Works with local and state partners including the Louisiana Department of Health to create health care innovation
Tests and scales new concepts at the intersection of health policy and technology
Conducts policy and program research relevant to business processes in need of improvement
Reaches into the community to promote healthcare innovation through events such as the CajunCodeFest Health App Competition.
