Pontchartrain Cancer Center

A special milestone worth celebrating! 💙

Mr. Tim has completed his last day of chemotherapy, and we’re so happy to recognize this moment with him. Finishing treatment is a meaningful step, and we’re grateful to have been part of his journey.

Congratulations, Mr. Tim! We’re cheering you on for all that comes next.

Help us keep the cure afloat!

Pontchartrain Cancer Center is raising funds for Krewe Da Cha Chas in support of breast cancer awareness and causes, and every vote makes a difference.

1 vote = $1, so whether you give a little or a lot, every dollar helps support the cause.

Scan the QR code on the graphic or send your Venmo contribution to -tregre-1 to vote for our “Boob Voyage” entry and help us make some waves!

A special thank you to the Cancer Ministry at First Baptist Church of Ponchatoula for donating flowers to brighten the day of those receiving care at Pontchartrain Cancer Center.

We’re grateful for the kindness and support our community continues to show our patients!

Cancer treatment can involve frequent appointments, complex decisions, and months—or even years—of ongoing care. Being able to receive that care close to home can make a meaningful difference for patients and their families.

New research from our partners at Community Oncology Alliance and Flatiron Health provides additional evidence that community oncology practices deliver high-quality outcomes.

In an analysis of nearly 98,000 patients, those treated in community oncology settings had better or similar survival outcomes compared with national benchmarks, including longer median survival for patients with metastatic breast cancer and metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.

At Pontchartrain Cancer Center, community oncology means more than a convenient location. It means:

💙 Personalized care from a team that knows you
💙 Access to treatment and supportive services in your own community
💙 Coordination among physicians, nurses, pharmacists, navigators, and other members of your care team
💙 Less time traveling and more time focused on what matters most

Our commitment is to provide compassionate, evidence-based cancer care while keeping patients at the center of every decision.

Read the study results:
https://communityoncology.org/Publications/Studies-And-Reports/Quality-Of-Care

Then: little David dreaming big.

Now: Dr. Oubre, walking patients through some of life’s hardest moments with compassion and expertise.

Same smile, bigger impact.

Then: little me with limitless dreams.

Now: a provider honored to serve this community.

From childhood hopes to today’s work at Pontchartrain Cancer Center, Jessica Bosch Bordelon, MSN, ANP-C, is proof that some callings start early.

Tiny feet, big dreams.

Then: a kid who loved helping others.

Now: Kamie Williams, DNP, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, dedicating every day to supporting patients and families through cancer care.

We’re proud to share a recent article from Dr. David Oubre highlighting why continued research and medical innovation matter so much in cancer care.

The article explores encouraging developments in pancreatic cancer treatment and the importance of ensuring patients have access to the latest advances in care.

Read the full article to learn more about the progress being made and why continued investment in research and clinical trials matters for patients in Louisiana and beyond.

https://www.hammondstar.com/opinion/letter-to-the-editor/article_51b4ca05-97e2-5ab7-aa4b-408e36c1a6df.html

Letter to the editor Breakthroughs in pancreatic cancer show why innovation matters

Then: crayons, cartoons, and curiosity. Now: charts, chemotherapy plans, and careful follow‑up.

Cassie B. Peart, MSN, NP-C, has always been about caring—today, that means standing beside patients at Pontchartrain Cancer Center.

In our Then & Now: Growing Up to Care for You series, we're looking back at childhood photos of our providers and highlighting the journeys that brought them to Pontchartrain Cancer Center.

Follow along as we introduce each provider on our team!