Thibodaux Regional Health System is committed to the safety of its patients
and the region. The hospital has worked to improve its emergency preparedness
with detailed planning and continuous training through leading and participating
in both internal and external disaster drills. Most recently, Thibodaux
Regional participated in another regional full scale drill involving mass
casualties on April 16. The drill was held in association with the Louisiana
Department of Health (LDH) Region 3, the Governor’s Office of Homeland
Security & Emergency Preparedness Region 3, first responders and other
local and regional organizations. The large scale event originated in
Terrebonne Parish. Mock victims were transported to local hospitals including
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center.
The purpose of the exercise was to evaluate the readiness of key local
and regional agencies, as well as hospitals for response and emergency
operations, protection of responder’s safety, and coordination of
care and resources.
“Thibodaux Regional has a detailed emergency preparedness plan that
is activated during disasters,” said Thibodaux Regional Chief Executive
Officer Greg Stock. “Hospital staff are well prepared and ready
to act when an emergency situation arises and work to safeguard the safety
of patients, visitors and staff.”
“As a leader, we work together with other agencies and eagerly participate
in drills such as these to continuously seek opportunities to improve,”
Stock continued. “These activities also help to enhance the working
relationship and collaboration between the agencies and organizations
involved.”
“Thibodaux Regional is a great partner to work with during these
training exercises,” says Kim Beetz, LDH Region 3 Administrative
Designated Regional Coordinator. “We appreciate the leadership,
dedication and support that they continuously provide.”