When Richard Paddock, MD, noticed his PSA rising, he knew something wasn't right. As a urologist with more than 40 years of experience, he understood the warning signs of prostate cancer recurrence. The challenge was that multiple imaging studies couldn't find where the cancer had returned. Oliver Sartor, MD, director of the Transformational Prostate Cancer Research Center at East Jefferson General Hospital Cancer Center and affiliated with Tulane University School of Medicine, enrolled Dr. Paddock as the second patient in an innovative clinical imaging study using the next-generation radiopharmaceutical SAR-bisPSMA paired with Copper-64 (Cu-64) for PSMA PET imaging. That discovery allowed East Jefferson General Hospital radiation oncologist Kendra Harris, MD, affiliated with Tulane University, to deliver targeted radiation therapy directly to the lesion. Today, Dr. Paddock's PSA has dropped dramatically, providing encouraging evidence that the treatment was successful. His story highlights the importance of prostate cancer screening, ongoing monitoring, and access to advanced diagnostic tools when conventional approaches fall short. As both a physician and patient, Dr. Paddock hopes his experience encourages other men to pay attention to their PSA levels and seek evaluation when changes occur. Read how innovative imaging and expert care at East Jefferson General Hospital helped uncover what other scans couldn't find and opened the door to effective treatment. go.lcmchealth.org/utcbW

623 pounds of food. 11,727 diapers. 475 families supported. 💙 Throughout September, LCMC Health brought our community together through Together for Good, partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank and the Junior League of New Orleans to collect food and diapers for families across Greater New Orleans. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this effort possible. Read more: bit.ly/4hyEaR1

Through our Together for Good initiative, we’re partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank and the Junior League of New Orleans Diaper Bank to help address two critical needs in our community: food insecurity and diaper need. Throughout September, LCMC Health hospitals served as collection sites for nonperishable food, diapers, pull-ups and baby wipes, bringing our team members, patients and neighbors together to support local families. nola.com/sponsored/lcmc_heal…

Celia Ordoyne is a Communication Manager at LCMC Health. Her #littleextra is being crafty! 🎨🖌️ Share your Little Extras with us at bit.ly/3IY8pgY.

We’re getting ready to help fill tables in our community! ❤️Today, our team is preparing for tomorrow’s Together for Good food distribution at the Broadmoor Food Pantry. 🥕 Fresh produce: 200 bags available, first come, first served 🩺 Wellness: Blood pressure screenings, Touro Nursing Nest, flu shots, behavioral health resources, safe sleep resources and more 📍 Broadmoor Food Pantry 📅 Tomorrow, Sept. 29 ⏰ 10 am-12 pm Come out and grab a bag for you and your family as we take action together during Hunger Action Month: go.lcmchealth.org/utbUj @BroadmoorNOLA @EJHospital @LakesideLCMC @LakeviewLCMC @manfamchildrens @NOEHospital @TouroInfirmary @UMCNO @wjmchospital

Dr. Oliver Sartor, specializing in Cancer Care at @EJHospital, is well-known for his patient care. As a globally recognized expert in prostate cancer with more than 30 years of experience dedicated to advancing care for men, we are proud to have him on our team where patients feel heard and respected. 💖 #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth Learn more at bit.ly/4cflu71.

WWL’s Meg Farris sat down with Dr. Ben Springgate and his patient Deborah to hear how the LSU Integrated Health Clinic at @UMCNO has helped her manage her opioid use disorder (OUD). Dr. Springgate emphasized the need for compassionate care in treating this as the true medical condition it is. Their clinic was one of only six across the country to be selected by the American Hospital Association for a learning collaborative.

We are proud of our LCMC Health hospitals for their extraordinary care for our patients placing us of Gambit's 2026 Best of New Orleans List!

The first regular season home game means it's time to huddle up for health! Put in the work setting up and breaking down that tailgate and enjoy a few cold ones. 🏈 🍻

🎉 @manfamchildrens is officially being recognized as the #1 Children's Hospital in Louisiana by US News and World Report, as well as placing in the top 50 in four specialties: urology, nephrology, cancer and neonatology programs.

It was a beautiful day for a run across the bridge for the LCMH Health Crescent City Bridge Run last weekend🏃‍♀️

For 2026, the American Cancer Society estimates that approximately 333,830 men in the U.S. will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. It remains the most common cancer found in men excluding skin cancer, accounting for nearly 16% of all new male cancer cases Read more on the LCMC Health Blog lcmchealth.org/~/west-jeffer…

And the 2026 Cornhole Champion is... West Jefferson Medical Center’s “Can’t Stop. Won’t Stop.” 🏆1st Place - Can't Stop. Won't Stop. from WJMC 2nd Place - The Sterile Throws from Manning Family Children's 3rd Place - OR-iginal Baggers from UMC We recently had our second annual LCMC Health Cornhole Tournament, held at Urban South Brewery! Cornhole teams from across the LCMC Health system came together for an extraordinary afternoon of friendly competition.

Tremelia Kelly-Sennett is a Nurse Practitioner at @UMCNO. Her #littleextra is supporting people through their journey! 👏 #APPWeek Share your Little Extras with us at bit.ly/3IY8pgY.

Dr. Oliver Sartor is a nationally recognized prostate cancer specialist who joined LCMC Health’s @EJHospital in 2025 to lead the Transformational Prostate Cancer Research Center. His work focuses on advancing targeted treatments for prostate cancer, particularly for men with advanced disease. nola.com/entertainment_life/…

LCMC Health is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month alongside the greater Hispanic community of New Orleans. The United States dedicates an entire month—from September 15 to October 15—to highlight the contributions made by American citizens of Latin American descent. While we honor members of our community, we feel it’s important to note the origins of National Hispanic Heritage Month as well as what health and wellness looks like in the Hispanic community in 2026. Read more on the LCMC Health Blog lcmchealth.org/blog/2026/sep…

Suicide is a serious public health concern. More than 720,000 people die due to suicide every year, according to the World Health Organization and in the United States, one person dies by suicide every 11 minutes. In 2025, 13.9 million adults aged 18 or older had serious thoughts of suicide in the past year, 4.9 million made a suicide plan, and 2.3 million attempted suicide. Read more on the LCMC Health Blog lcmchealth.org/lakeview-hosp…

Margaret Gehegan is a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Primary Care at @wjmchospital. Her #littleextra is her compassionate heart! 💗 #APPWeek Share your Little Extras with us at bit.ly/3IY8pgY.

One person dies of suicide in the U.S. every 11 minutes. That’s a sobering thought—and it’s also why everyone should know the warning signs of suicide and other fundamental information regarding suicide prevention. Read more on the LCMC Health Blog lcmchealth.org/~/blog/2026/s…

Tiffanie Boyce is a Physician Assistant who specializes in Orthopedic Care at @LakeviewLCMC. Her #littleextra is that she's proud to help patients move better, feel better, and get back to the life they love. 👏💓 #APPWeek Share your Little Extras with us at bit.ly/3IY8pgY.