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Choosing where to get care is crucial, especially when you want trusted support nearby. Springhill Medical Center is a community hospital that Springhill families depend on for compassionate, comprehensive healthcare under one roof. Here are seven reasons why our Northwest Louisiana hospital is the right choice for your health and peace of mind. Community-Centric Healthcare Benefits Feeling supported by your healthcare provider is crucial. At Springhill Medical Center, we pri

Provider Spotlight: Dee Dee Welch, PMHNP‑BC At Springhill Medical Center, compassionate mental health care begins with providers who truly listen. Dee Dee Welch, PMHNP‑BC , brings a calm, patient‑centered approach to every visit. As a board‑certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she provides comprehensive evaluations, medication management, and ongoing support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and more. Dee Dee is known for creat

Reflections Geriatric Psychiatry: Compassionate Mental Health Care for Seniors at Springhill Medical Center

For several years, general surgery services were unavailable at Springhill Medical Center — a gap that left many patients traveling farther for care they wished they could receive closer to home. In 2025, that changed in a meaningful way with the recruitment of Dr. Eugene Chen, FACS , a highly respected surgeon with more than two decades of experience. Dr. Chen’s arrival marks a new chapter for Springhill Medical Center. His expertise, paired with the hospital’s top‑notch sur

For a long time, I thought “mental wellness” was something other people talked about — something for those who had the time, the tools, or the perfect routines. I didn’t realize how much I needed it until life got loud enough that I couldn’t ignore the noise anymore. It didn’t happen all at once. It was a slow build: the constant pressure to keep going, the habit of saying “I’m fine” even when I wasn’t, the belief that taking a break meant falling behind. I didn’t recognize h