Our Lady of the Lake Partners With Live Oak High Medical Students
On Friday, March 25, 2022, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center partnered with Live Oak High School medical students to explore opportunities in healthcare. Students learned how the Franciscan Missionaries of our Lady Health System was founded, the importance of developing the workforce of the future to provide quality care, and toured the Pharmacy, Laboratory, Radiology, and Emergency Room departments. The final session featured information concerning job opportunities in the healthcare system, entry level positions, and post-secondary training. Closing remarks included a message from the OLOL Vice President of Talent Management who encouraged students to master communication, collaboration, and composure to be successful in a healthcare career. Dr. Mark Laperouse, Medical Director of Emergency Department Services, also shared his healthcare journey with students to encourage them to be persistent in their personal career goals.