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16-05-2025
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Bossier Chamber celebrates 2025 community heroes' service
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — The fourth Salute to Community Heroes event recognized 17 finalists and named seven community heroes for their daily efforts to improve the community's lives. The Bossier Chamber of Commerce (BCC) nominees come from the sectors of education, healthcare, non-profit, military, and law enforcement. Captain Allen has served in the United States Military for 28 years, and as a Training Officer and Training Station Captain. 'Mark was diagnosed with cancer and is unable to return to the job that he loves. Still, despite this hardship, his unwavering character and determination continue to inspire everyone who meets him.' John Atkins – Atco Investment Co.: Atkins is a partner at Atco Investment Company, Louisiana Timber Partners, and is a civic leader for Air Force Global Strike Command. He also serves as the District 9 Commissioner for Caddo Parish. Dr. Kevin Baxter – Louisiana State University Shreveport: 'Dr. Kevin Baxter is a department Chair and program Director at LSUS for their only doctorate program, focused on developing leaders. Dr. Baxter served for 20 years in the Louisiana Army National Guard, and he worked as a law enforcement officer for Bossier City PD and as a trooper for the Louisiana State Police.' SFD looks to end aid agreement with Caddo Fire District 5 Kenny Gallon and Danny 'Bo' Turner – Bossier City Police Dept.: 'Responding to a shots fired call, Officers Bo Turner and Kenny Gallon of the Bossier City Police Department arrived at a Valero gas station. While responding to the call, Officer Gallon was fired upon and struck multiple times by the suspect, nearly giving the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Officer Turner arrived on the scene and rendered aid to Officer Gallon and to a citizen who had been shot and sustained a life-threatening injury. Both officers show true courage and commitment to serving and protecting our community.' Debbie Lockey – Bossier Parish Schools: 'While driving her route as a Bossier Parish Schools bus driver, Lockey noticed that one of the students in her bus was in distress and choking. Acting quickly, she pulled the bus over and performed the Heimlich maneuver, successfully dislodging the object that was stuck in the student's throat. Debbie went above and beyond her ordinary responsibilities as a bus driver to utilize her first aid training and save the life of a child in her care.' Celebrate AAPI food, dance, martial arts and more at Shreveport libraries Tiffany Olson – Willis Knighton Health South: ' Olson is a patient care coordinator at Willis Knighton South who established a partnership between Willis Knighton and North Desoto Middle School for the 'Medical Detectives' program. 'At North Desoto, Medical Detectives was a class that Tiffany's daughter was enrolled in. One day, her daughter asked if Tiffany would be willing to help develop a partnership with Willis Knighton to expand the Medical Detectives program. Tiffany agreed and worked alongside the ER leadership team to secure funding, equipment, and coordinate a hands-on field trip so that the students at North Desoto could learn about healthcare from medical professionals at their place of work. Tiffany stepped up for her daughter and helped to create a program that has taught dozens of middle school students about the medical world.' The Bossier Chamber of Commerce said the 2025 heroes, presented and sponsored by Willis Knighton Health and Comcast Business, were: Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-04-2025
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Willis Knighton Health officials open new Nuclear Oncology Department in Shreveport
Dr. Saul Hertz administered the first distribution of radioactive iodine on March 31, 1941, in Boston. In honor of that groundbreaking invention, a local hospital launched its new cancer center on World Theranostics Day. Willis Knight Health in Shreveport welcomed the first Nuclear Oncology Department to northwest Louisiana on the 84th anniversary. "The opening of the nuclear oncology department expands the options for cancer treatment in our community," Jaf Fielder, president and CEO of Willis Knighton Health said. "This is yet another in a long list of new advanced technologies to enhance cancer treatment for patients at Willis Knighton," Fielder said. The Cancer Center at Willis Knighton has undergone a $7-million expansion that includes the addition of the newest and most advanced molecular imaging tools in the country. It has added a second PET/CT scanner and the first GE HealthCare StarGuide SPECT/CT system in Louisiana. 'StarGuide SPECT/CT's innovative technology is a significant contribution to oncology care at Willis Knighton Cancer Center,' said Dr. Ilya Gipp, global clinical oncology leader, GE HealthCare. The StarGuide SPECT/CT system combines a nuclear medicine single photon emission computed tomography system and a computed tomography system. The system's 12 CZT detector design not only scans patients in 3D to provide more information to clinicians but also is optimized for certain theragnostic procedures, which in turn helps clinicians pinpoint the size, shape and position of lesions with exceptional accuracy. scan is performed to monitor treatment isotope is injected to selectively destroy cancer cells This level of precision reduces the affected area and lessens the risk for side effects. According to Willis Knighton, this type of scan provides physicians with data to assist in diagnosing, treating and monitoring cancer therapy. Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Willis Knighton Health opens Nuclear Oncology Department in Shreveport
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08-02-2025
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Willis Knighton Cancer Center celebrates ‘groundbreaking' research
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Willis Knighton Cancer Center celebrate groundbreaking research on radiation therapy. According to Willis Knighton, physicist led Yohan Walker have completed a years worth of research with four publications on advancing an innovative cancer treatment called stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT). SRT was the focus of studies addressing cranial stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and sterotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) for spine and lung tumors, according to the news release. 'These publications reflect the dedication of our medical physics team to advancing cancer care and delivering the best outcomes for our patients,' said Terry Wu, PhD, chief physicist. Free cancer screenings in Shreveport and Bossier City Three of the publications appeared in the prestigious Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics (JACMP), an essential resource for clinical medical physics. A fourth was published in Practical Radiation Oncology (PRO), underscoring the team's international impact. Willis Knighton's Cancer Center treatment's key achievements include: Improved brain tumor treatments: The study on cranial SRS developed protocols that enhance healthy tissue sparing and significantly reduce treatment time for patients with multiple brain metastases. Enhanced spine SBRT techniques: An eight-year review highlighted the efficacy of immobilization tools, setting a global standard for spine tumor treatment safety and precision. Long-term machine performance: A five-year evaluation of Willis Knighton Cancer Center's linear accelerator ensured continued machine accuracy through rigorous quality assurance. Advancements in lung SBRT: A study on patient positioning reduced uncertainties in lung tumor treatments, contributing to superior clinical outcomes. Walter's work was also presented at the 2024 ASTRO Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., further establishing Willis Knighton Cancer Center as a leader in radiation oncology. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-01-2025
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Willis Knighton offering $25 test to determine your heart attack risk
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – February is Heart Month, and your friends at Willis Knighton Heart & Vascular Institute are offering special pricing for a noninvasive procedure that can determine if you're at an increased risk of heart attack. In the United States, more than 18 million people have coronary artery disease, but many don't know they have it until they have a heart attack. Calcium buildup in heart arteries can be visualized in a coronary calcium scan, which allows medical professionals to determine if a patient has an increased risk for heart attack. The 10-minute procedure combines CT scan and EKG technologies to identify calcium deposits in the heart's arteries. During the month of February, Willis Knighton is offering the test for only $25. But there are a few stipulations: appointments are limited, and a physician's referral is required. Talk to your doctor about discounted coronary calcium scans at Willis Knighton. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
