Opelousas General Health System Welcomes Eunice Pediatrician Dr. Justin Meche to its Medical Staff

Lance Armentor, BSM, MHA, President & CEO of Opelousas General Health System announces that Justin Meche, M.D. will join the OGHS Medical Staff August 2025. Dr. Meche specializes in general pediatrics.

 “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Meche to our medical staff,” said Armentor. “With over a decade of dedicated experience in pediatric care, he brings not only exceptional medical expertise, but also a deep commitment to the well-being of children and their families. We are confident that Dr. Meche will have a profound and positive impact on our community, and we look forward to working with him.”

 Beloved by his patients and parents, he has practiced pediatrics locally since 2017. Prior to joining OGHS’ medical staff, Dr. Meche served at Acadian Medical Center as a Pediatrician and Clinic Medical Director.

 “I’ve enjoyed building relationships with my patients and their parents. It’s such an honor to watch these children grow and develop.  I am looking forward to this opportunity to continue to serve families in the Opelousas community and the surrounding parishes,” said Meche.

 Dr. Meche completed his medical training at Louisiana State University Health Science Center in Shreveport and completed an internship and residency at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital in Baton Rouge. Dr. Meche is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Medical Association, and the Louisiana State Medical Society.

 He joins pediatrician Brian Adams, M.D. at Opelousas General Rural Health Clinic. The medical practice is located at 1200 Hospital Drive, Suite 5., next to Opelousas General Main Campus. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the office at 337-678-4285. Most insurances are accepted including Medicaid.