LSU Health Shreveport Cardiopulmonary Science

03/12/2026

The future of our Cardiovascular Technology program is bright! We are excited to see the program continue to grow, and we know Rachel will be a phenomenal advocate for our students, our program, and the cardiovascular profession. We look forward to all the great things ahead!
If you’re interested in the CVT program, click the link: https://shps.lsuhs.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/cardiovascular-technology

02/13/2026

Our CVT program wouldn’t be where it is without our fearless Program Director, Dr. Revader!! We’re so thankful she took a leap of faith on LSUHS CPS and moved up here to share her knowledge and passion!

02/12/2026

We couldn’t be more happy that Rachel will be our first graduate! Check out her student spotlight below!

❤️🫀 Cardiovascular Professionals Week – Day 2 Student Spotlight! 💙🎓

Today we’re celebrating a HUGE milestone — meet Rachel Banister, the FIRST graduating student from the LSU Health Shreveport CVT Program! 👏🔥 Talk about setting the bar high and paving the way for future cardiovascular professionals!

❤️ Why Rachel chose cardiovascular care:
“My first job in healthcare happened to be in Cardiology. The more experience I gained and the more I learned, I fell in love with cardiovascular care and realized it is what I want to do for a career.”

💙 Goal after graduation:
“My goal after graduation is to get full-time employment in a cardiac cath lab. I enjoy being involved in procedures and look forward to helping patients in this capacity.”

Rachel, thank you for being Driven by Heart, Guided by Skill and for representing the future of cardiovascular care with passion and purpose. We are SO proud of you! 🫀✨ Drop some ❤️ below to help us celebrate Rachel!

02/10/2026

So proud of our CPS grads out there doing the real work every day — y’all are the heartbeat of healthcare. ❤️
Tag any of our CV grads!

❤️🔥 IT’S HERE! Cardiovascular Professionals Week 2026 is OFFICIALLY LIVE! 🔥❤️
📅 February 9 – February 15
🎯 Driven by Heart. Guided by Skill.

This week we celebrate the incredible cardiovascular professionals who keep our communities’ hearts beating strong every single day. 💙 From the classroom to the cath lab, from patient care to life-saving procedures — these heroes show up with passion, precision, and purpose.

👏 They educate.
👏 They advocate.
👏 They save lives.
👏 They make a difference when every second counts.

All week long we’ll be highlighting the amazing students, graduates, and professionals who are choosing a career that truly comes from the heart ❤️ — so get ready for spotlights, stories, and celebrations you won’t want to miss!

👇 Help us kick things off:
💬 Drop a ❤️ in the comments to show your appreciation
👥 Tag a cardiovascular professional who deserves recognition
🔄 Share this post to help us celebrate BIG this week!

01/20/2026

⚡ From Student to Cardiovascular Pro!
Get 1,200+ hands-on hours in the heart of healthcare:
🫀 600+ in Echo
🫀 600+ in the Cath Lab
Graduate credential-ready and board exam eligible — step straight into your career!
⏰ Application deadline extended to February 15th

Visit our website for more information:

Cardiovascular technologists assist in the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of cardiac (heart) and peripheral vascular (blood vessel) disease. These individuals receive specialty training in one or more of the following areas within the field: invasive cardiovascular technology, cardiac sonograp...

12/19/2025

Following several days of strategic planning for the programs and SHPS, LSU CPS and CVT faculty enjoyed some well-earned faculty development at Chasing Aces—complete with fun, friendly competition, and a bit of humility.

11/18/2025

CPS faculty member Dr. Tim Gilmore and student Shreya Patel were featured on Red River Radio’s “Health Matters” to talk about the vital role of respiratory therapists and the impact they make at the bedside every day.

We’re so proud to see our program represented by such a knowledgeable educator and an engaged student leader. 🙌

If you missed it live, be sure to check out the episode to learn more about respiratory therapy as a career and the opportunities available through our program!

https://www.redriverradio.org/show/health-matters/2025-11-11/health-matters-how-respiratory-therapy-contributes-to-health

10/29/2025

The LSU Health Shreveport Cardiopulmonary Science and BPCC Respiratory Therapy programs enjoyed celebrating Respiratory Care Week! Students and faculty came together for a fun lunch, then joined BPCC’s Trunk or Treat where they won 2nd place for their creative “Thoracic Park” themed trunk! 🦖🫁

Our faculty and students were also featured on the news and radio, spreading the word about Respiratory Therapy as a rewarding and impactful career. And we loved seeing our BPCC graduates celebrating RC Week from St. Francis Medical Center—once an RT student, always part of the family!

10/27/2025

Faculty members Jillian Danzy and Lindsay Michel shared insights about our Cardiopulmonary Science Program with KTBS during Respiratory Care Week!

https://www.ktbs.com/national-respiratory-week/video_160bbbc7-52e0-56da-9c07-6152dfbedafe.htm

Click here to view this video from ktbs.com.

10/14/2025

We’re so proud of Luis receiving the honor of Student of the Month! Luis has an incredible enthusiasm for learning that’s contagious! He not only elevates class discussions but also brings energy, humor, and positivity to every session.

It is with great pleasure that we announce Luis Moya, a Cardiopulmonary student, as the October Student of the Month for the School of Health Professions & Sciences.

Luis has distinguished himself through his involvement in multiple facets of extracurricular, professional, and volunteer activities. He consistently demonstrates exemplary professionalism, a stellar work ethic, and a commitment to academic excellence. Known for his positive attitude toward learning, Luis performs at the top of his class and continues to set a high standard for his peers.

Please join us in congratulating Luis on this well-deserved recognition. His dedication, leadership, and pursuit of excellence reflect the very best of our SHPS community.

09/26/2025

🌵✈️ Who’s heading to AARC Congress in Phoenix this year? It’s always a great chance to learn from some of the best in the field and connect with colleagues from across the country. We’re excited that the Louisiana Sputum Bowl team will be represented by some of our students—cheer them on if you’re there! Click the link below to find out more!

The SESG is recognized as the gold standard for having validated time standards for procedures associated with the provision of respiratory services.

09/15/2025

Applications are now open for our Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) program! Our students are already hard at work gaining the skills to work in the cardiac cath lab or echocardiography.
If you’re ready to start your journey in this exciting and in-demand field, now’s the time to apply!
Learn more here: https://shps.lsuhs.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/cardiovascular-technology