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Jimmy Guidry, M.D.
Louisiana State Health Officer/DHH Medical Director
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Jimmy Guidry, M.D., is currently the State Health Officer of Louisiana, and also serves as the Medical Director for the Department of Health & Hospitals (DHH). Prior to this, Dr. Guidry served as the Assistant Secretary for the Office of Public Health from October, 1996 through January, 2000, and as Medical Director of the Acadian Region from April, 1990 through April, 1991. In addition, Dr. Guidry served as Director of Adolescent Services at LSU School of Medicine, Pediatric Department, Earl K. Long Hospital from January, 1985 to March, 1990. He also worked in Pediatric Private Practice from July, 1981 through December, 1984.
Dr. Guidry presently chairs various task forces, including the DHH Obesity Task Force, the Child Death Review Panel, and the Governor’s Task Force on Tuberculosis. He has received numerous awards and honors. He is well respected among his peers, and is sought after for many speaking engagements. He also represents the state of Louisiana at many medical and environmental engagements across the country.
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| He received his Bachelors of Science from the University of Southwestern in 1974, earned his doctorate from the Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1978, and completed his residency at Earl K. Long Hospital in 1981. He has been Board Certified since 1984 and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Guidry has a strong interest in the medical care of the citizens of Louisiana and works diligently towards the delivery of services in our state. |
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Upcoming Dates
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New Orleans - July 12-13, 2011 |
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| Past Attendees Have Said: |
"The mass casualty conference was an enlightening and refreshing experience. The quality of the speakers was excellent. The sponsored lunches and dinner events provided outstanding food and atmosphere for conference members to interact, exchange ideas, and communicate challenges we have faced during mass casualty experiences in our own cities. Congratulations once again for your leadership in running a successful conference."
- Alfredo Estrada, Deputy Fire Marshal, Imperial County Fire Prevention Bureau
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- John Alden, R.S., Public Health Emergency Preparedness Manager, Yuma County Public Health Services District
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