February 2012 Recognitions

Received special recognition at the annual International Stroke Conference (February 1-3, 2012) as an Advanced Certified Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) and highlighted on the AHA/ASA’s “Stroke Care Near You” website signifying that LGMC is providing the “next generation of stroke care.”

Inspired by a terrific campaign in 2011, LGMC donations to the United Way increased by $30,481 from the previous year (56.5%) to an all-time high of over $90,000. LGMC was named as the 2011 Torian Award winner, which recognizes an outstanding organization that exemplifies the spirit of giving through their annual campaign. Torian Award recipients LIVEUNITED and go above and beyond the call to give by demonstrating overall campaign excellence. This prestigious award is given in honor of the late, longtime United Way of Acadiana supporter John G. Torian.