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64 MAY / JUN 2024  I  HEALTHCARE JOURNAL OF NEW ORLEANS Hospital Rounds cardiac ablation procedure in the New Orleans and Gulf South region using the FARAPULSE™ Pulsed Field Ablation System,” said Michael Ber- nard, MD, interim section head of Electrophysi- ology & Arrhythmia, Ochsner Health. “The inci- dence of atrial fibrillation is on the rise, and such safe, effective and efficient therapies allow phy- sicians to treat more patients, reduce complica- tions, and benefit overall public health.” For more information about electrophysiol- ogy and heart rhythm disorders and treatment at Ochsner Health, visit www.ochsner.org/services/ electrophysiology-and-heart-rhythm-disorders. NewCardiovascular Horizons Conference SlatedMay 28-31 in NewOrleans Bringing physicians from around the world together for a comprehensive review of cardiovas- cular medicine, the 25th annual New Cardiovas- cular Horizons (NCVH) accredited conference will take place May 28-31 at The Roosevelt Hotel, 130 Roosevelt Way in New Orleans. New this year is a special 25th silver anniversary celebration for par- ticipants on Wednesday evening at the Orpheum Theater. Each year, this conference unites medical pro- fessionals of all specialties with one common goal — to improve cardiovascular care and outcomes by sharing the latest treatments and therapies for cardiovascular diseases, the number one cause of death across the world. With conditions like peripheral artery disease and vein disease affect- ing more than 50 million Americans, education on late-breaking advancements and technology are necessary to improve the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions to reduce morbidity, mortality, cost, and amputations. The conference fosters col- laboration, innovation, and the collective sharing of knowledge to elevate patient care. “New Cardiovascular Horizons provides an educational format on the latest in cardiovascu- lar medicine and the treatment of cardiovascu- lar diseases, not only for what’s happening in our country, but what’s happening around the world,” said Craig M. Walker, MD, conference founder and interventional cardiologist, and founder of cardiology practice, Cardiovascular Institute of the South. “It is imperative for all disciplines of medi- cine to understand these complex conditions and how to treat them properly and effectively. We will also break down trending topics like vein disease, pulmonary embolism, and how diabetic medica- tions are revolutionizing cardiovascular care." Attendees have the opportunity to earn over 20 continuing medical education units. The con- ference is appropriate for medical professionals of all levels, including not only physicians, but fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, cath lab technicians, healthcare admin- istrators and more. Topics will cover cardiology, internal medicine, interventions, radiology, struc- tural heart, podiatry, wound healing, the business of medicine, and much more. This is also a unique opportunity to connect with leading experts in the industry. To register, see the agenda, or find accommo- dations, visit www.ncvh.org/2024. STQNAnnounces 2024 First- Quarter Medical Director’s Award St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) has pre- sented its first-quarter Medical Director’s Award to two member physicians, Joseph Bobrowski, MD, and Ralph Millet, MD, for attaining a perfect score on the St. Tammany Health System ambulatory dashboard for 2023. “These physicians consistently provide excep- tional care to their patients,” said Michael K. Hill, MD, STQN medical director. “This is reflected in their performance on these health maintenance measures and cancer screening metrics. All our STQN primary care physicians performed quite well last year, but these physicians were top of their class.” The ambulatory dashboard shows the percent- age of patients attaining hypertension control, diabetes control, smoking quit rate, diabetic eye exams, and cholesterol control, as well as compli- ance with cancer screening protocols. Millet and Bobrowski are adult primary care phy- sicians who practice at the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Covington. Millet is board-certified in internal medicine and has served on the medical staff at St. Tammany Health System for over 40 years. He is active on the STQN performance management committee and is involved in several local civic committees. Bobrowski is board-certified in internal medi- cine and has been on the STHS medical staff for almost 25 years. He is active in several medical professional societies, and is involved in process improvement for STQN. n Dr. Joseph Bobrowsi, fourth from left, and Dr. Ralph Millett, fourth from right, pose for a photo with members of their team at the St. Tammany Physicians Network clinic in Covington. Bobrowski and Millett are recipients of the St. Tammany Quality Network Medical Director’s Award for the first quarter of 2024. (Photo by Jan Budenz / STHS)