2024 Hall of Fame Gala
The Opelousas General Health System Foundation Hall of Fame provides a forum for the hospital to recognize, celebrate and publicize the work of exemplary individuals whose longstanding contributions have lasting impact on the hospital, the community and the patients we serve. The awards will be presented at the Annual Hall of Fame Gala.
The 2024 Hall of Fame Gala will be held on Thursday, March 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the Evangeline Downs Event Center in Opelousas, LA.
The OGHS Foundation Hall of Fame Gala celebrates the successes of the over 65 years of care provided by Opelousas General Health System. Those successes would not have been possible without the care, support, and commitment of people who gave selflessly to their patients and community. The Hall of Fame Gala provides an opportunity to celebrate its' inductees with a cocktail hour, live music, dinner, and presentation program.
Inductees are retired members of the Board of Trustees, physicians, or employees who are nominated by the community. A special committee of the Board of Trustees and OGHS Foundation Board selects the final inductees for each year. The Hall of Fame Gala recognizes and celebrates the work of exemplary individuals whose contributions have a lasting impact on the hospital, the community, and the patients we serve.
The Gala provides a forum for us to recognize the work of exemplary individuals whose longstanding contributions have had a lasting impact on the health system, the community, and the patients we serve. Those successes would not have been possible without the care, support, and commitment of people who gave selflessly to our patients and the community.
The event will begin with a cocktail hour from 5:30 to 6:30. At 6:30 pm, guests will enjoy dinner and a special program honoring our inductees. The following individuals have been selected as the 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees:
The inductees were selected by a special committee of the Board of Trustees from nominations received from employees, physicians, and the community.
The Opelousas General Health System Foundation is a registered charitable organization that raises funds to support OGHS through relationships, stewardship, and philanthropy. Funds are raised through donations and grants from generous individuals, businesses, special events, and legacy gifts.
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Return all Nominations to this address or complete the form below.
OGHS Foundation
c/o Cindy Torian
703 E. Prudhomme St.
Opelousas, LA 70570
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Since its inception in 2018, 25 members have been inducted into the Hall of Fame:
Dr. Charles Bertrand
Pediatrician
Wayne Gilmore
Past OGHS Board of Trustees Chair
Dr. Gerald Posner
OB/GYN and Anesthesiologist
Garland Roberts
Director of Environmental Services
Alzada Spraggins
Registered Nurse
Mr. Sidney Sandoz
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Ms. Stella Thomas
OGHS Board Member
Dr. George Prather
Pediatrician
Dr. A.C. Terrance
Family Practitioner
Mr. John Clary, Sr.
Director of Laboratory Services
Dr. George Bourgeois
Family Medicine
Dr. Daniel Buller
General Surgeon
Margie Quebedeaux
LPN and Board Certified Counselor
Dr. Calvin White
Family Medicine
Darryl Wagley
OGHS Administrator
Dr. John Kempf
OB/GYN
Mary Ruth Clues
Head Chef
Dr. Frederick Lionel Mayer
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Lana Metoyer
Family Medicine
Judy A. Theall
Director of Community Relations and Physician Recruiting
Dr. Wilfred J. Briley
Family Practice
Linda Diesi Cornette
Guest Relations
Dr. John V. Ferrazzano
OB/GYN
Dr. Frederick G. Rodosta
Urologist
Willie Mae Thibodeaux
RN, Nurse Manager