Slidell Memorial Hospital

12/24/2025

This holiday season looks a little different for our tiniest fighters and their families. In our NICU, every day is about hope, strength and love and the SMH NICU team added a touch of Christmas magic.

Our precious babies are all decorated and ready for Santa’s visit, wrapped in warmth, care and the endless dedication of our NICU team. While the journey for NICU parents can be emotional and challenging, please know that you are never alone. Every heartbeat, every milestone and every quiet moment matters deeply to us.

To our NICU families: your courage inspires us every single day. We are honored to walk beside you, especially during this season of hope.

❤️ Our team wishes peace, comfort and gentle moments of joy to all our families this Christmas.

Learn more about Women's Services at Slidell Memorial Hospital https://www.slidellmemorial.org/services/birth

12/20/2025

12/18/2025

Experiencing a bulge, discomfort, or pain in your abdomen? It could be a hernia—and it shouldn’t be ignored. Understanding the symptoms, causes and treatment options for abdominal hernias is the first step toward feeling better. Learn more from Kevin T. Lynch, MD, bariatric and weight loss surgeon, and take a proactive step toward your health. 💙

In general, all hernias should be evaluated by a surgeon. The decision for surgery and type of surgery is determined on a case-by-case basis.

12/17/2025

Join us tomorrow for our upcoming Blood Drive in partnership with the Blood Center. Just one donation can help save up to three lives and your community is counting on you.

📍 Location: 901 Gause Blvd. 2nd Floor
📅 Date: 12/18/2025
⏰ Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, your generosity makes a real difference for patients in need right here at our hospital.

👉 Sign up today: https://www.tbcdonors.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/53473
💙 Walk-ins welcome

Please bring a photo ID, eat a good meal beforehand, and drink plenty of water. Share this post and invite a friend, together, we can make an impact!

12/16/2025

Mrs. Benson and the stopped by SMH East yesterday to spread some holiday cheer to pediatric clinic patients in the Slidell community 🎁⭐️

12/10/2025

12/10/2025

For Vivian, Slidell Memorial Hospital is more than just a workplace, it’s a place where she’s grown as a respiratory therapy professional. In her own words, SMH has given her the tools to stay current in her field, the support to keep learning and benefits that truly make a difference in her life.

When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re building a career with people who care about your future.

Ready to take the next step? Pursue your purpose and apply today!
🔗 https://careers.ochsner.org/respiratory-therapy-jobs

12/09/2025

This week, we came together for our Holiday Tree of Life Ceremony, a deeply meaningful tradition that honored the incredible gifts of hope and healing made possible through organ, tissue and eye donation.

Each ornament on the Tree of Life represents a person, a story and a legacy of generosity. We paused to remember the donors who selflessly said “yes” to giving life, and the families who supported that decision during incredibly difficult moments. Their courage continues to shine in the lives they touched.

We also celebrated the recipients whose lives were forever changed by these gifts, living reminders of the renewed hope that donation made possible.

We extended our heartfelt thanks to our partners at the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA) for their compassion and dedication, and to our caregivers and clinical teams who supported patients and families with such skill and empathy. Their work made moments of healing like this possible.

During this holiday season, we were reminded of the profound impact one person can make. Organ donation remains one of the most powerful ways to uplift and save lives.

Thank you to all who joined us and to the families and individuals whose legacies continue to shine. 💙🎄

12/04/2025

At Slidell Memorial Hospital, our commitment to community health extends beyond our hospital walls. We are proud to highlight two recent initiatives where our teams demonstrated their dedication to supporting our neighbors.

In partnership with the American Heart Association, we delivered 150 healthy food boxes to the Slidell Boys & Girls Club. Each box contained a nutritious recipe and all the ingredients needed, empowering local children and their families to make healthy lifestyle choices. This contribution supports the club's vital work in providing nourishment and stability for the young people it serves.

Additionally, our Main and East Campus teams came together for our annual food drive, collecting and donating over 500 pounds of food to the Community Christian Food Pantry in Slidell. This effort helps ensure that more families in our community have the resources they need, especially during the holiday season.

We are inspired by the incredible generosity of our team members and partners who made these events possible. Their actions reflect our shared purpose of building a healthier, stronger community for everyone.

Learn more about community outreach at Slidell Memorial Hospital https://ow.ly/SZTJ50XBXYf

12/02/2025

Meet Dr. Savannah Krause, one of our dedicated pediatricians at Ochsner Children’s Health Center - Founders Building. For Dr. Krause, medicine is a calling that perfectly combines her passion for science with her desire to serve the community.

Dr. Krause believes in working together with families to achieve a shared goal: happy, healthy children. "My hope is that we can develop a good relationship and work together to take the best possible care of your child," she says. She finds immense joy in watching children grow and their personalities develop, valuing her role in supporting both children and their parents.

When she's not caring for patients, Dr. Krause enjoys spending time with her own young children, reading, and being outdoors. Her commitment to family and community shines through in everything she does.

Learn more about Dr. Savannah Krause. https://ow.ly/SslJ50XAjRZ

11/25/2025

After 175 days of resilience and strength, the SMH | Ochsner NICU team celebrated the NICU graduation of baby Lukas Karter McShane! Born at just 25 weeks, this little fighter has shown us the true meaning of determination.

Lukas became known for his heart-melting smiles, happy coos and love for snuggles, capturing the hearts of our entire NICU team. Our nurses, therapists and physicians poured their expertise, compassion, and dedication into supporting Lukas every step of the way and they will miss seeing him. Lukas even developed a special bond with our AVP, Julie, who was a frequent visitor for cuddles.

Our NICU team's hearts are full seeing baby Lukas ready to go home and be with his family.

To every family currently on their own NICU journey, we see your strength and stand with you. Stories like Lukas’s reflect the dedication and partnership of our NICU professionals, who strive for the best possible outcomes for every baby in our care. We are honored to witness these milestones together.

Join us in sending Lukas and his family all our love as they begin their next chapter at home!

Learn more about Labor and Delivery at Slidell Memorial Hospital https://www.slidellmemorial.org/services/birth

11/13/2025

As the days get shorter, it's common to notice changes in your mood and energy. For some, this shift is more serious and is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Dr. Rachel Csaki, explains the symptoms of SAD and the effective treatments available to help you feel your best. We are committed to being your partner in health, providing the expertise you need to manage your well-being year-round.

Learn more about managing seasonal changes

Seasonal affective disorder is more common in people living farther from the equator, where there are fewer daylight hours in the winter.