A Founder of Baton Rouge Cardiology Center and Pioneer of Modern Cardiology in Baton Rouge Baton Rouge Cardiology Center honors the life and legacy of Dr. James Robert Calvin, founding physician, visionary leader, and the first cardiologist to practice in Baton Rouge. Dr. Calvin passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at the age of […]
Watch the full interview here: https://www.wafb.com/video/2026/02/26/discussing-heart-health-during-american-heart-month/ BATON ROUGE — As American Heart Month comes to a close, cardiologists at Baton Rouge General are emphasizing how critical every second can be when treating a heart attack. During a live interview with WAFB, Dr. Lance LaMotte, Interventional Cardiologist with Baton Rouge Cardiology Center and Chief of Cardiology […]
Watch the full interview here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/survive-don-t-drive-why-calling-911-is-the-critical-link-in-heart-attack-survival BATON ROUGE — As American Heart Month brings cardiovascular health to the forefront, the message from local medical leaders is urgent and clear. If you or a loved one suspects a heart attack is occurring, the most dangerous decision you can make is getting behind the wheel. Dr. Lance […]
Baton Rouge Cardiology Center (BRCC) is pleased to announce the opening of its new, state-of-the-art PET/CT suite, featuring two permanent, advanced PET/CT scanners. This significant upgrade replaces the previous temporary mobile units, marking a substantial advancement in cardiac diagnostic capabilities for the region. Located at the BRCC clinic at 5231 Brittany Drive in Baton Rouge, […]
Published: Nov. 11, 2024 In the heart of Baton Rouge, a unique bond unites a renowned cardiologist and a former United States Navy colleague turned patient. Boyd E. Helm, M.D., a skilled interventional cardiologist at Baton Rouge Cardiology Center, and Diana Williams, Ph.D., a former U.S. Navy Hospital Corps WAVES member, share a special connection […]
Hurricane season brings strong winds, heavy rain, and potential power outages. While staying physically safe is crucial, prioritizing your heart health during this time is equally important. Venkat Surakanti, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, interventional cardiologist at Baton Rouge Cardiology Center (BRCC), emphasizes the importance of proactive measures. “Hurricane preparedness goes beyond flashlights and bottled water,” he […]
St. James Parish Hospital (SJPH) and Baton Rouge Cardiology Center (BRCC) hosted a Cardiology Meet and Eat event to introduce Baton Rouge Cardiology Center’s newest cardiologists to the community, Dr. Benjamin Kilpatrick and Dr. Steven Malosky. Mary Ellen Pratt, CEO of SJPH, and Dr. Darrin Breaux welcomed the two new cardiologists to the community and […]
Baton Rouge Cardiology Center’s Stephanie Jacobsen Earns Prestigious CDRMS Certification Baton Rouge, LA – Stephanie Jacobsen, MBA, BS, CDRMS, a cardiac device specialist at Baton Rouge Cardiology Center, has earned certification from the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE). Jacobsen is one of only a few thousand cardiac care professionals worldwide who have earned […]
Baton Rouge Cardiology Center (BRCC) has expanded local cardiology services at St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher to include additional outpatient clinic days. For the past decade, Dr. Darrin Breaux, MD, FACC, and Baton Rouge Cardiology Center have served St. James Parish. To meet the growing need for convenient access to cardiology services, the BRCC […]
To watch the story, click here. By Cali Hubbard, WAFB Channel 9 Published: Feb. 22, 2023 BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – February is focused on heart health and a Baton Rouge man is sharing his story after an unexpected, rare heart diagnosis and emergency surgery. Doctors sprang into action to save his life. Colt Fore from Denham […]
