Earlier this month, our Northeast Texas and North Louisiana ministries collaborated with a powerful evening of collaboration, learning, and building strong physician connections at our annual Vascular Conference. Programming included five physician presentations on various topics, including best practices for aortic aneurysm, stenosis, stenting, and thrombectomy. Learn more about working with teams who are always in the pursuit of excellence at christus.io/careers. A big thanks to everyone who attended. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year! (fb)

Dr. Joey Karim Ead is leading the way in advanced wound care as the first podiatric surgeon in the Alexandria region to use fish skin grafts—a revolutionary technique harnessing the natural healing properties of cod skin. When 80-year-old Duane Lathrop faced a severe foot infection, this cutting-edge treatment helped save his foot. Acting as a biological substitute, the cod skin graft promoted rapid healing, and in just six months, Duane was back on his feet—walking independently and living life on his terms. Dr. Ead’s commitment to pioneering care recently earned him second place out of 85 entries in the Aurora Awards—making him the only podiatrist in our ministries to receive this national recognition. http://christus.io/footandankle (fb)