Heart Health in Student Athletes: Dr. Michael Turner Points Out Important Signs
August 14, 2025
Sudden cardiac issues in student athletes are rare—but knowing the signs can save a life. Dr. Michael Turner of Imperial Health–Cardiovascular Specialists shares what to watch for, why AED access matters, and how early CPR knowledge makes a difference.

BEGINNING AUGUST 18, 2025 Imperial Health–Cardiovascular Specialists will welcome patients to our new DeRidder office
July 23, 2025
Dr. Jake T. LeBeau and Dr. Brett J. Goodwin continue to deliver exceptional cardiology care—now from our new office at 305 W. 7th St., Suite A in DeRidder. We’re proud to serve Beauregard Parish with advanced cardiovascular services, compassionate care, and the latest technology—close to home.

Dr. C. Taylor Nipp, MD Now Seeing Patients at Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists clinic in Jennings, Louisiana
April 16, 2025
Residents of Jennings and the surrounding communities now have access to advanced, compassionate cardiovascular care—right in their own backyard. Imperial Health–Cardiovascular Specialists is proud to announce that Dr. C. Taylor Nipp, MD, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, is now seeing patients at our Jennings location at 1902 Johnson Street.

500 Lives Changed: Dr. Thomas Mulhearn and the Impact of WATCHMAN™
February 19, 2025
At Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists, innovation isn’t just a goal—it’s a commitment. That dedication is evident as Dr. Thomas Mulhearn and the cardiovascular team at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital celebrate a remarkable milestone: 500 successful WATCHMAN™ procedures performed right here in Southwest Louisiana.

Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists Provides Expert Cardiology Care In Sulphur, Louisiana
February 13, 2025
Your heart deserves the best care, and now, top-tier cardiovascular expertise is available in Sulphur! Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists brings advanced heart care closer to home, ensuring you have access to cutting-edge treatments, personalized care, and a team of experienced cardiologists—all without the need to travel far.

Protect Your Heart: Expert Insights from Dr. Taylor Nipp
February 07, 2025
February is Heart Health Month, a reminder that small lifestyle changes can make a big impact. Dr. Taylor Nipp, Interventional Cardiologist with CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital, highlights key ways to reduce heart disease risk.

Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists Congratulates CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital on National Recognition
January 22, 2025
As partners in providing outstanding heart health services to Lake Charles and the surrounding communities, the physicians at Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists are honored to contribute to the excellence this designation represents.

Dr. Christopher S. Thompson Joins Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists
January 01, 2025
Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Christopher S. Thompson, MD, FACC, FSCAI, to our esteemed team of providers.

Celebrating Milestones in Advanced Cardiac Care
December 26, 2024
Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists are proud to congratulate the team at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital on a remarkable achievement—over 250 successful TAVR (transcatheter aortic valve replacement) procedures in 2024! Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists are honored to be part of this journey in improving lives through state-of-the-art cardiac treatments.

Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists welcomes Dr. Taylor Nipp to the CSSWLA team
Cardiovascular Specialist · August 02, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Taylor Nipp, an accomplished cardiologist, has joined the esteemed team at Imperial Health-Cardiovascular Specialists.

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