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Posted: September 10th, 2026
NRMC Introduces Nattie, a New AI Assistant
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center has introduced Nattie, a new AI-powered assistant designed to help patients and community members quickly find information about NRMC. Available by text message, Nattie can answer common questions about NRMC services, providers, locations, hours and other resources. Nattie is available 24...
Posted: August 19th, 2026
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center to Provide Continuum of Neurology Care with Addition of TeleSpecialists’ Outpatient Neurology Program
NATCHITOCHES, La., AUGUST 19, 2026. Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) today announced the launch of NRMC Neurology Associates through its digital healthcare partnership with TeleSpecialists, a physician-owned teleneurology and telepsychiatry provider. The service builds on the TeleStroke, TeleNeuroHospitalist, and TeleEEG programs NRMC launched with TeleSpecialists...
Posted: August 4th, 2026
NRMC Earns Full Transparency Badge From The Leapfrog Group
NATCHITOCHES, La. (August 3, 2026) – Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) has earned the Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to publicly reporting information about patient safety and quality through the annual Leapfrog Hospital Survey. The Full Transparency Badge is awarded to...
Posted: July 6th, 2026
Relias Healthcare and Natchitoches Regional Medical Center Announce Expanded Partnership to Enhance Hospital Medicine Services
NATCHITOCHES, LA. – July 1, 2026 – Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is pleased to announce an expanded partnership with Relias Healthcare to provide comprehensive Hospital Medicine practice management services, effective July 1, 2026. This partnership represents an important investment in strengthening access to high-quality,...
Posted: May 28th, 2026
NRMC Introduces Advanced Surgical Options for Dialysis Patients with Dr. Steven Jackson
Patients in the Natchitoches area requiring hemodialysis now have access to advanced vascular procedures close to home thanks to new surgical options offered by Dr. Steven Jackson at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center. For individuals undergoing dialysis, reliable vascular access is essential to effective treatment. Traditionally,...
Posted: April 30th, 2026
NRMC Recognized by American Hospital Association for Patient Safety and Leadership
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) has been recognized by the American Hospital Association (AHA) as part of its Patient Safety Member Stories, highlighting hospitals that demonstrate excellence in leadership, strategy, and patient safety. This national recognition reflects NRMC’s commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care...
Posted: March 30th, 2026
Welcoming Dr. Heather Jarrell Havener to NRMC OB/GYN Associates and NRMC Active Medical Staff
NRMC is pleased to welcome Heather Jarrell Havener, MD, FACOS, MSCP to its team of outstanding physicians and specialists. Dr. Havener joins Dr. Aviles, Dr. Mason and Dr. Olatinwo at NRMC OB/GYN Associates. Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a...
Posted: February 11th, 2026
Recognizing the Warning Signs of a Heart Attack or Stroke and When to Seek Help
Every Second Counts Why Quick Action Saves Lives During a heart attack or stroke, every second matters. Quick recognition of symptoms and immediate medical response can significantly improve survival rates and reduce long-term complications. According to national health data, delayed treatment is one of the...
Posted: February 9th, 2026
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center Project Included in FY26 Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Bill for $4,035,000 to Expand Access to Advanced PET/CT Imaging
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is proud to announce that its Cancer Center PET/CT Imaging Project has been included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Bill, designating $4,035,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) to support the purchase, installation, and facility expansion and...
Posted: February 2nd, 2026
Dr. Bill Ball and NRMC Introduce Revolutionary Cancer Mapping Technology to Northern Louisiana
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is proud to announce a significant advancement in surgical oncology as Dr. Bill Ball performs the first sentinel lymph node biopsy in Northern Louisiana using advanced Indocyanine Green (ICG) dye. This innovative procedure marks an important step forward in cancer...
