Lakeview Hospital

Lakeview Hospital Your Northshore trusted healthcare and only Level II Trauma Center in St. Tammany Parish. Our emergency department is the only level II trauma center in St.

This 164-bed, full service, acute care hospital includes a 24/7 Emergency Room, a Heart Center, a Surgical Institute, a Rehabilitation Center, and a Behavioral Health Center. Lakeview’s staff of 800 including more than 240 physicians and specialists, all working to provide a standard of care patients can count on, including nationally recognized heart and stroke care, diabetes care, orthopedic services, outpatient rehabilitation services, women’s care, award-winning behavioral health services, and a full range of outpatient services. Tammany Parish and the only local ER staffed with all board-certified physicians. It is also a senior-friendly designated ER, designed to enhance the overall experience for people aged 65 and over. Lakeview Regional Physician Group employs over 30 physicians who see patients at 11 convenient locations on the Northshore providing care in family medicine, general surgery, heart care, internal medicine, orthopedics, and vascular care. Community Connected
Lakeview Hospital takes its signature brand of health and wellness beyond the hospital’s Covington campus. Partnerships with local and national organizations put the hospital at the forefront of popular community activities. These efforts help to educate our neighbors about achieving optimal health and wellness and being there for them and their families in their greatest hour of need. It’s not just what we do—it’s who we are. SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY

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November is National Family Caregivers Month. At Lakeview Hospital, we honor the millions of family caregivers who provi...
11/16/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month. At Lakeview Hospital, we honor the millions of family caregivers who provide love, strength, and support—often behind the scenes and without recognition. Whether caring for aging parents, children with special needs, or loved ones facing serious illness, caregivers are the quiet heroes of our healthcare system.
If you’re a caregiver or know someone who is, reach out to learn about our support services, respite care options, and educational resources.

We are so grateful for Lauren Walters and her amazing team at Edward Jones for their thoughtful gift donations to our Be...
11/15/2025

We are so grateful for Lauren Walters and her amazing team at Edward Jones for their thoughtful gift donations to our Behavioral Health patients.
Acts of kindness like yours make a lasting impact and help us support healing in mind, body and spirit. 💙

November is American Diabetes Month. At Lakeview Hospital, we’re committed to raising awareness about diabetes and empow...
11/14/2025

November is American Diabetes Month. At Lakeview Hospital, we’re committed to raising awareness about diabetes and empowering our community with tools to prevent it. With over 38 million Americans living with diabetes, early detection and lifestyle changes can make a life-changing difference. This month, we encourage you to:
• Know your risk
• Schedule a screening
• Explore healthy habits that support long-term wellness, including healthy eating, regular physical activity, weight management, stress management, and sleep hygiene

Lakeview Hospital and the Youth Service Bureau invite you to our annual Santa Breakfast!Date: Saturday, December 6 | Tim...
11/13/2025

Lakeview Hospital and the Youth Service Bureau invite you to our annual Santa Breakfast!

Date: Saturday, December 6 | Time: 9am – Noon
Location: Lakeview Hospital, Registration Entrance

Enjoy a fun-filled morning featuring:
A hot breakfast, Christmas crafts for kids, kiddie train rides, souvenir photo with Santa, special Christmas movie showing, stuff a bear and much more!

Tickets:
• $20 per child (advance purchase only)
• Parents attend free (optional $5 breakfast available)
• Proceeds support Youth Service Bureau programs
👉 To purchase tickets: https://bit.ly/4g7oPEy
👉 To volunteer at the event: https://bit.ly/47UIvcz

Let’s make this holiday season merry and bright — we hope to see you there!

🎉 Congratulations to Our Newly Certified Nurse! 🎉Please join us in congratulating Amber McGrath Wilson from our PACU tea...
11/12/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Our Newly Certified Nurse! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Amber McGrath Wilson from our PACU team on earning her CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) certification! 👏

Amber’s dedication to professional growth and her commitment to clinical excellence inspire all of us at Lakeview Hospital. We’re so proud of her achievement and the exceptional care she provides every day. 💙

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸This Veterans Day (Nov. 11), Lakeview Hospital proudly honors the brave men a...
11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸

This Veterans Day (Nov. 11), Lakeview Hospital proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country.

We are deeply grateful for your courage, sacrifice, and dedication — and we’re honored to care for those who’ve given so much to protect our freedom.

💙❤️ A special thank-you to some of our very own Lakeview team members who have served and shared these photos:
James Dorsett (Telemetry)
Mya Terry (Med Surg)
Jhanve Nolde (Med Surg)
Bobby Comeaux (Plant Ops)
Brandi Monthei (Admitting)
Travis Monthei (Security)
Kassidy Gardner (Telemetry)
Mr. Elwood, (Volunteer)
Shane Brossette, (Educator)
Mason Morakes, (Security)
Dr. Jacques Guillot, (CMO)

Your service inspires us every day. Thank you for your commitment to our nation and our community.

🎁✨ **Spread the Joy This Holiday Season!** ✨🎁Lakeview Hospital is proud to support **St. Tammany Project Christmas** wit...
11/10/2025

🎁✨ **Spread the Joy This Holiday Season!** ✨🎁

Lakeview Hospital is proud to support **St. Tammany Project Christmas** with our **Holiday Gift & Toy Drive for Children and Seniors!**

November 17 through **December 5**, we’re collecting **new, unwrapped toys, gifts, and gift cards** to help make the holidays brighter for local **children and seniors** in need. 🎄

📍 **Drop-off Location:**
Lakeview Hospital – Human Resources Department
95 Judge Tanner Blvd., Covington, LA
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 5 PM

💡 **Gift Ideas:**
🎨 Art supplies • 📚 Books & puzzles • 🚲 Bikes & scooters • 🧸 Dolls & playsets • 💄 Teen gifts • 🧥 Winter clothing • 🎧 Headphones • 🎁 Gift cards (Old Navy, GameStop, Starbucks & more!)

🧓 For seniors: cozy blankets, slippers, warm socks, robes, puzzle books, and personal care items are always appreciated.

Every donation helps **St. Tammany Project Christmas**, a local nonprofit that provides holiday gifts and meals to families and seniors in our community.

Let’s come together to share kindness, warmth, and joy this season! 🌟

📞 For more info, call 985.867-4166**

We’re so proud to support Women Build with Habitat for Humanity! 💪🏡This amazing program brings everyone together to lear...
11/08/2025

We’re so proud to support Women Build with Habitat for Humanity! 💪🏡

This amazing program brings everyone together to learn new skills, build affordable homes, and uplift families in our community. Every nail, every wall, and every moment spent on-site helps create strength, stability, and independence for those in need.

Supporting Women Build means supporting empowerment — neighbors helping neighbors, and everyone working toward a stronger future. 💖🔨

Northshore District Nurses Association – Celebrating Nursing ExcellenceWe are so proud of our two incredible registered ...
11/07/2025

Northshore District Nurses Association – Celebrating Nursing Excellence
We are so proud of our two incredible registered nurses, Victoria Cantelli and Cristy Schenk, who have been selected to receive the prestigious Nursing Excellence Award! Out of 120 nominations, only 25 nurses were chosen for this incredible honor — and we couldn’t be prouder.

Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to our patients truly shine every day.

Jennifer Schmidt, CNO, shared, “Victoria and Cristy are shining examples of what it means to lead with heart. Their kindness, skill, and dedication touch countless lives and remind us all why nursing is such a special calling. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!”

We had such a wonderful time celebrating our amazing team members at our Quarterly Employee Recognition Breakfast!Our le...
11/06/2025

We had such a wonderful time celebrating our amazing team members at our Quarterly Employee Recognition Breakfast!

Our leaders shared heartfelt stories about each of these incredible individuals — how they go above and beyond every single day to care for our patients, support their teammates, and make our hospital such a special place. 💙

Congrats to our honorees! 🎉
Dominique Alexis, RN | NICU
Morgan Maggiore, RN | NICU
Bethany Whitfield, RN | OB Educator Women & Children Services
Tela Fowler, RN | ICU
Jennifer Rogers, Patient Care Technician | ICU
Kelly Clark, RN | ICU
Rose Neyre, Nurse Tech | ICU
Michele Nagim, RN | ICU
Charissa Gordon, RN | Trauma Clinical Educator
Barbara Husser, RN | Telemetry
Viola Dickson, Administrative Assistant | Nursing Education
Joy Garbett, Ultrasound Technologist | Radiology
Brandy McDowell, Pharmacy Tech | Pharmacy
Eppie Labiche, RN | Patient Safety & Quality
Shellie Campo, Statistical Analyst | Patient Safety & Quality
Richard Ezell, Maintenance Technician | Plant Operations
Ryan Hinson, RN | Cath Lab
Amber Wilson, RN | Surgery Recovery Room

💬 “Our team members are the heart of this hospital. Their dedication and compassion inspire us all to be better every day — for our patients and for each other.”
— Ben Richaud, CEO

We’re so proud of you all — thank you for the kindness, compassion, and excellence you bring every day! 💫

🌿 It’s National Stress Awareness Day! 🌿Stress is a normal part of life—but when it builds up, it can impact our health a...
11/05/2025

🌿 It’s National Stress Awareness Day! 🌿

Stress is a normal part of life—but when it builds up, it can impact our health and happiness. Take a few moments today to recharge and care for your well-being. 💚

Here are a few simple ways to reduce stress and boost your mood:
✨ Exercise: Move your body—go for a walk, dance, or try an online workout.
🧘 Meditate: Take 5 quiet minutes to breathe deeply and reset.
😴 Sleep well: Create a calming bedtime routine and aim for 7+ hours.
🥗 Eat mindfully: Fuel your body with colorful fruits and veggies.
🤸 Stretch: Loosen tight muscles and relax your body.
🌤️ Get outside: Enjoy a change of scenery and fresh air.
💬 Connect: Talk with friends or family—sharing helps lighten the load.

Small steps can make a big difference. Take time for yourself today—you deserve it. 💛

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95 Judge Tanner Boulevard
Covington, LA
70433

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