Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Houma, Louisiana
Terrebonne General Medical Center has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, since 1954. Our commitment to evolving with the community has allowed us to provide advanced, compassionate care to our neighbors. With over 1,500 employees and 450 medical staff providers, we offer 42 specialties and cutting-edge technology to address diverse healthcare needs. Our affiliation with the Ochsner Health Network and Chabert Medical Center strengthens our regional impact. Recognized nationally for excellence in coronary intervention and joint replacement, we prioritize proactive, preventative care while maintaining the warmth of a community-focused institution. Our team of board-certified physicians, certified diabetes educators, and specialized nurses delivers award-winning services across cardiology, oncology, endocrinology, and more. We emphasize patient-centered care through programs like our Diabetes Self-Management Education, accredited by the American Diabetes Association since 1997.Our state-of-the-art facilities, including the regions first Womens Imaging and Breast Center, reflect our dedication to innovation. We serve as a trusted partner in health, offering 24/7 emergency care, critical care units, and community wellness initiatives. Our leadership in diagnostic imaging, including Louisianas only GE Revolution Frontier Gen 2 CT Scanner, ensures accurate, efficient diagnoses. Through partnerships like the Cardiovascular Institute of the South, we provide access to over 40 cardiac clinical trials. Our mission remains rooted in treating patients like neighbors, not just medical cases, while maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards recognized by national accreditations.
Services
Emergency Care
Cancer Treatment
Cardiovascular Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Diabetes Management
Critical Care
Endocrinology
Hospitalist Services
Women's Health
Telehealth Services
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- 65+ years of community-focused healthcare excellence in Terrebonne Parish
- Award-winning coronary intervention and joint replacement programs
- Louisianas only GE Revolution Frontier Gen 2 CT Scanner for precise imaging
- 24/7 Level III Emergency Department with board-certified specialists
- Patient-centered care combining advanced technology with personalized attention
Associations and certifications
- American College of Radiology
- American Diabetes Association
What people say
Exceptional emergency care
Advanced diagnostic technology
Compassionate staff
Award-winning specialists
Effective diabetes program
Services
Emergency Care
Our Level III Emergency Department provides 24/7 care for urgent medical conditions, staffed by board-certified physicians. We utilize a triage system to prioritize critical cases while offering Fast Track treatment for minor injuries. Advanced diagnostic tools and rapid response teams ensure timely, life-saving interventions for over 50,000 patients annually.
Cancer Treatment
The Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center offers comprehensive services including chemotherapy, radiation oncology, and surgical options. Our multidisciplinary approach combines disease site teams, patient navigation, and clinical trials. Specialized support programs address nutritional needs, survivorship, and psychosocial care for all cancer types.
Cardiovascular Care
Partnering with Cardiovascular Institute of the South, we provide angioplasty, stent placement, and electrophysiology treatments. Our catheterization lab performs 3,250+ annual procedures, including access to 40+ cardiac clinical trials. Advanced surgical options include bypass surgery and structural heart interventions.
Diagnostic Imaging
We offer HD CT scans, 3T MRI, digital mammography, and nuclear medicine using state-of-the-art equipment. Accredited by the American College of Radiology, our services include metal artifact reduction technology and a Caring MR Suite for enhanced patient comfort during procedures.
Diabetes Management
Our nationally recognized program provides self-management education for type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Certified educators with 60+ combined years of experience offer glucose monitoring training, medication management, and nutritional counseling to prevent complications and improve quality of life.
People
Sindhura Bandaru
Endocrinology
Dr. Bandaru specializes in hormonal disorder treatment, focusing on diabetes management and thyroid conditions. With board certification in endocrinology, she provides personalized care combining medication management and lifestyle modifications.
Richard P. Abben
Cardiology, Electrophysiology
Dr. Abben offers expertise in heart rhythm disorders, performing advanced electrophysiology procedures. His practice focuses on implantable devices and ablation therapies to treat arrhythmias using minimally invasive techniques.
Caleb Dupre
Hospitalist
Dr. Dupre coordinates inpatient care as part of our hospital medicine team. He manages complex medical conditions during hospital stays, ensuring continuity between emergency treatment and discharge planning.
Ugochukwu Ezema
Critical Care Specialist
Dr. Ezema leads critical care treatment for severely ill patients, specializing in pulmonary and intensive care medicine. He directs multidisciplinary teams to manage life-threatening conditions in our ICU units.
Anne L. Walker
Radiology
Dr. Walker interprets diagnostic imaging studies, utilizing advanced CT and MRI technology for accurate diagnoses. Her expertise supports multiple specialties through precise visualization of internal structures.
Questions
What emergency services does Terrebonne General offer?
Our Level III Emergency Department provides 24/7 care for all medical emergencies, featuring board-certified physicians, rapid diagnostic capabilities, and a Fast Track area for minor injuries.
How can I schedule a diagnostic imaging appointment?
Call (985) 873-4141 to schedule imaging services including CT scans, MRIs, mammography, and ultrasound at our accredited facilities.
What cancer treatment options are available?
The Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center offers chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgical oncology, and clinical trials with personalized care plans developed by multidisciplinary teams.
Do you offer diabetes management programs?
Yes, our nationally recognized diabetes program provides self-management education, glucose monitoring training, and nutritional counseling with certified educators since 1997.
What cardiovascular services are provided?
We offer angioplasty, stent placement, electrophysiology procedures, and open-heart surgery in partnership with Cardiovascular Institute of the South, including access to clinical trials.
How does Terrebonne General support patient wellness?
Our Healthy Lifestyles Center and community health initiatives focus on preventative care, nutrition education, and chronic disease management to promote long-term wellness.
