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62 JUL / AUG 2022  I  HEALTHCARE JOURNAL OF BATON ROUGE   Hospital Rounds radiofrequency tag that can be detected before a procedure is complete with a wand using low- frequency, non-ionizing radio waves. If any items are left in the body, it will transmit a signal back to the device, alerting staff of the item’s exact loca- tion and allowing it to be immediately retrieved. “Woman’s is committed to enhancing patient safety and we are constantly working to create positive outcomes for all patients,” said Amye Reeves, director of obstetrical services at Wom- an’s Hospital. “Expanding this technology is yet another example of our commitment to provid- ing quality care and enhancing our safety stan- dards for all vaginal deliveries.” Standard surgical procedure nationwide involves manually counting and recording all cotton dis- posables going into and coming out of a patient. Though it is rare for gauze, sponges, or towels to be left in the body after surgery or a delivery, mistakes can occur and result in severe medical complications such as infections, adhesions, and obstructions. Additional surgery is required to retrieve an RSI. Earlier this year, Woman’s was named a World’s Best Hospital by Newsweek for gynecology and maternity care, and also received a Birth Ready+ designation from the Louisiana Department of Health for its efforts in promoting safe, equita- ble, and dignified birth for all birthing persons in Louisiana. Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, Children’s Hospital New Orleans Explore Collaboration The two leading providers of pediatric health- care in Louisiana, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health and Children’s Hospital New Orleans, announced that they have entered into a non- binding agreement to explore structures within which the organizations might work together in support of the children and families each serves. A letter of intent that was signed recently states that the two systems will explore collaborating in the delivery of pediatric health services, with a uni- form, elevated standard of care for the communi- ties that the systems currently serve. “This collaboration would enable us to do more together for Louisiana’s children,” says Kevin Cook, chief operating officer, Franciscan Mission- aries of Our Lady Health System which operates Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health. “With recent, significant investments in pediatric health- care made by both organizations, we believe that we can align respective expertise that will con- tinue to transform the health of our children.” Sharing a passion for the well-being of Louisi- ana’s children, the two organizations have simi- lar histories of innovation and accomplishment. Both believe that new synergies can be achieved for improving access to care and health outcomes which impact the life-long health of children and future generations in our State. “As mission-aligned organizations, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s and Children’s Hospital New Orleans share an unwavering commitment to improve the health of the next generation,” said Greg Feirn, CEO, LCMC Health, which oper- ates Children’s Hospital New Orleans. “This strate- gic partnership will enhance quality of care across the state and expand access to highly specialized health services for kids.” Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health has served the children of Louisiana and the southern region for more than 60 years. The $230 million free-standing children’s hospital, which opened in Baton Rouge in October 2019, offers a full spec- trum of comprehensive pediatric services with more than 300 pediatric providers including 60 specialists and growing to serve the region’s need for specialized pediatric care. Additionally, the network includes hospital-based service in Mon- roe and Lafayette, as well as at clinics through- out the region. Our Lady of the Lake has offered its own ACGME accredited pediatric residency since 2010. As Louisiana’s first and largest freestanding chil- dren’s hospital, Children’s Hospital New Orleans has delivered expert healthcare for children across Louisiana and the Gulf South for more than 65 years. With a recently completed $300 million campus transformation, Children’s Hospital New Orleans is backed by more than 600 pediatric- trained providers and specialists. Children’s Hos- pital New Orleans also offers a vibrant academic medical community through partnerships with LSU Health New Orleans and Tulane University School of Medicine. “The recruitment of national leaders in pediatric medicine, in addition to investments in infrastruc- ture and technology over the last several years, has positioned both Our Lady of the Lake Chil- dren’s and Children’s New Orleans to address the significant health challenges our kids and commu- nities are facing,” says John R. Nickens IV, pres- ident and chief executive officer at Children’s Hospital New Orleans. “Creating affiliations and alignments with like-minded institutions enhances our shared ability to deliver a healthier future for children.” “With a shared commitment to academic medi- cine, together we can continue to deliver unparal- leled opportunities for educational enhancement and innovation,” says Richard Vath, MD, president and chief executive officer, Franciscan Missionar- ies of Our Lady Health System. “Training the next generation of providers is essential to the future of equitable access to care. We hope to develop col- laborative strategies to address population health priorities that improve health outcomes for chil- dren and families across the state.” Discussions between the organizations will con- tinue over the next few months. Ochsner Baton Rouge Offers NewTendinopathy Procedure Ochsner Baton Rouge now offers the TenJet system. TenJet is a minimally invasive procedure for treating tendinopathy, or chronic tendon pain and swelling. Conditions commonly known as tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow or jumpers’ knee are often caused by tendinopathy, which can also affect the shoul- der, hip, or ankle. It is also associated with plan- tar fasciitis, a painful condition in the foot. These problems can occur from a single injury, though they are often the result of repetitive motion, over- use or microinjury. Performed by Ochsner primary care sports med- icine physician Sean Bradley, MD, the TenJet sys- tem uses a small needle inserted into the affected area to deliver a focused, pressurized stream of saline that flushes out degenerative tissue while preserving healthy tissue. The procedure is guided by real-time, ultrasound imaging. TenJet procedures are performed in an outpa- tient setting, requiring only a small incision and local anesthetic. Procedures often take 30 min- utes or less, and no stitches are needed. Many patients have a recovery time of just a few weeks. “TenJet could be a great alternative for