In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she interviews Siby Ayalloore, M.D., Cardiologist, as they discuss signs and risk factors of a heart attack.

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she interviews Kelly Dupuis, LDN, RDN as they discuss proper nutrition, dieting, and diabetes prevention.

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she interviews Jessica Blanding Hooper, MD., as they discuss RSV and how to protect yourself and those around you.

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our hosts McKenzie Fontenot and Deanna Lejeune as they interview Shantelle Savant, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE cl, WCC, Nurse Education Manager, as they discuss the return of the Better Breathers Club and how it can benefit you.

Episode 32: Meet Desiree Robison, FNP

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she speaks with Desiree Robison, FNP. Listen as they discuss chronic disease management, osteoporosis, and the primary care serivces she offers.

Episode 31: Painting the Town Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she speaks with Olivia Buller, OGHS Foundation Assistant. Listen as they discuss the Paint the Town Pink Initiative, upcoming events, free mammogram qualifications, and ways you can support this great cause!

Episode 30: Healthcare Careers

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join our host McKenzie Fontenot as she speaks with Rebecca Cornette, OGHS HR Supervisor. Listen as they discuss challenges in recruitment, different careers available in healthcare, open positions at Opelousas General, and benefits!

Episode 29: Meet the VCOM/OGHS Medical Students!

In this episode of Generally Speaking, join host McKenzie Fontenot and co-host Holly Cope-Lynn in meeting Autumn Oliver and Alexander Hernandez, both third year medical students at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM). Listen as they discuss their experiences as medical students, their favorite medicine to practice, and advice that they would give to those pursuing careers in medicine.

Episode 27: Headaches and Dementia
Listen as hosts Emily Jones and Holly Cope-Lynn talk with Dr. Saurabh Singhal, Neurologist as he discusses headaches vs. migraines and dementia.

Episode 26: Introducing Dr. Brooks Lowrey, General Surgeon.
Get to know Dr. Lowrey, the newest general surgeon to join WellSmart Health Surgical Associates. Listen as hosts Emily Jones and Gretchen Milligan interview Dr. Lowrey as he discusses his time in medical school, why he chose general surgery, and so much more. Additional information can be found here: WellSmartHealth.com/SurgicalAssociates.

Episode 25: Why Annual Breast Cancer Screenings are Vital to Women's Health, features hosts Emily Jones and McKenzie Fontenot, and guest Dr. Gerard Ballanco, Radiologist, as they discuss the importance of mammograms during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.