br laf nov 19 article thumbnailThe LAFP in partnership with Ochsner Health Foundation recently hosted the Baton Rouge/Lafayette Area Grand Rounds and Member District Social on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Ruffino's on the River in Lafayette.

Our members enjoyed visiting with friends over cocktails before the dinner presentation hosted by the Baton Rouge General Family Medicine Residency Program.  Dr. Harkirat Kaur presented, "Dialing Back the Risk: Updates in CKD Evaluation & Delaying Progression" to those in attendance.

We were also excited to recognize the following members for their membership anniversary with the LAFP:

  • Zebediah Stearns, MD – 30 Years of Membership
  • Alan Broussard, MD - 35 Years of Membership
  • Deidre Stelly, MD - 35 Years of Membership
  • Ty Hargroder, MD, FAAFP – 40 Years of Membership
  • Francine Manuel, MD – 40 Years of Membership
  • Marelle Yongue, MD, FAAFP - 45 Years of Membership

The LAFP and Ochsner Health continue the longstanding partnership of Grand Rounds in honor of LAFP member and Family Medicine Champion E. Edward Martin, MD.  Be sure to check the Weekly Family Medicine Update and the Events section of the LAFP website for future dates. We hope to see you there!