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HEALTHCARE JOURNAL OF NEW ORLEANS I  NOV / DEC 2024 53 For weekly eNews updates and to read the journal online, visit HealthcareJournalNO.com through adolescence, serving more than 130,000 children just last year. “Patients of Dr. Glick and Dr. Busenlener can have complete confidence knowing they can easily access their pediatrician along with an extended network of unmatched care with Lou- isiana’s top pediatric specialists,” said Nicole Laborde, MBA, BSN, RN, CPN, assistant vice president with responsibility for ambulatory oper- ations at Children’s Hospital. “Whether it be a routine check-up or specialized care for an ongo- ing or urgent health condition, families can rest assured knowing their kids are in the best hands.” Tulane Receives $17.2M fromAlumna for Geriatric Medicine, Research A $17.2 million gift from Newcomb College alumna Myrna L. Daniels will fund geriatric and healthy aging initiatives, clinical research, a fac- ulty chair in geriatrics, and capital improvements at Tulane University School of Medicine. Daniels’ gift comes as the university embarks on a major expansion of its downtown campus in the heart of New Orleans. “Myrna Daniels’ incredible philanthropy is known throughout the world,” Tulane President Michael A. Fitts said. “This gift will help usher in a new era for our School of Medicine. Thanks to Myrna, we can increase our historic investment in downtown New Orleans and forge new paths in clinical research, biotechnological innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, especially in the burgeoning, in-demand field of geriatrics.” The gift will bolster the School of Medicine by: • Dedicating $9.2 million to establish the Myrna L. Daniels Geriatric Medicine Endowed Fund to support research and education in geriatrics and aging-related medical conditions, including interdisciplin- ary partnerships across Tulane departments. • Committing $3 million to fund the Myrna L. Daniels Chair in Geriatric Medicine, an endowed faculty position for which a can- didate search is now underway. • Focusing $5 million on financing major capital projects at the School of Medicine, including new laboratories and research space. Daniels, a retired speech pathologist, grad- uated with a bachelor’s degree from Tulane’s Newcomb College in 1952. Three generations of her family are Tulanians, including two of her grandchildren and her son Paul T. Finger, MD, a renowned New York ophthalmologist. In total, three of Daniels’ family members are graduates of the School of Medicine — a fact that helped inspire her gift. Thibodaux Regional Welcomes Nicole Branley, MD, to Pediatric Clinic Thibodaux Regional Health System announced the addition of Nicole Branley, MD, to the active medical staff. Branley is available to care for patients at Thibodaux Regional Pediatric Clinic located 602 North Acadia Road, Suite 100, in Thibodaux. Branley earned an undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, and received her medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. She completed a residency in pediat- rics at Stanford Pediatrics Residency Program in California. Branley also earned a master’s degree in public health from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. Specializing in health and wellness care for chil- dren from birth to age 18, Branley is in the preven- tion, diagnosis, and treatment of a broad range of illnesses and conditions including preventa- tive care, common childhood illnesses and condi- tions, well care visits/checkups, health screenings, developmental assessments, nutrition guidance, and newborn care. Terrebonne General Wound Healing, Hyperbaric Clinic Recognized Terrebonne General Health System announced that the Terrebonne General Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Clinic is a recipient of RestorixHealth’s highest achievement, the Wound Center of Excel- lence Award for the third consecutive year. The Wound Center of Excellence Award distin- guishes centers that have demonstrated excep- tional success by meeting or exceeding clinical and operational benchmarks in several catego- ries, including healing benchmarks and adher- ence to clinical practice pathways, along with a patient satisfaction rate of 96% or higher. “Our collaboration with RestorixHealth strengthens our commitment to enhancing the health and quality of life for individuals in our community who are dealing with wounds,” said Phyllis Peoples, president and CEO. “We take great pride in the exceptional care that our ded- icated staff delivers to patients each and every day; we are honored to receive this award.” The Terrebonne General Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Clinic is located at 8120 Main St., Suite 102 and is open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thibodaux Regional Health SystemExpands Wound Care Services, Facilities Thibodaux Regional Health System announced the expansion of its wound care services with the addition of an outpatient center dedicated to treating chronic wounds such as diabetes-related foot ulcers, venous insufficiency ulcers (from swol- len legs), pressure sores, and other conditions. Thibodaux Regional Wound Care & Limb Pres- ervation Center located at 290 Bowie Road, Suite Nicole Branley, MD Amy Glick, MD