2026 Excellence
in Health Care Awards
About the Louisiana
Energy Awards
Louisiana has long been a key player in the U.S energy supply chain. As one of the top oil and gas producers in the country, the state supplies a significant portion of the nation’s petroleum and natural gas needs.
Louisiana’s deepwater oil and gas production is integrated into the global supply chain, and the state’s petrochemical industry is a key supplier of essential products to markets worldwide.
Furthermore, with growing investments in renewable energy and carbon capture technology, Louisiana is positioning itself as a global player in the energy transition, balancing its legacy role in fossil fuels with its emerging leadership in sustainable energy solutions.
THE WHY
About the
Excellence in Health Care Awards
As the Capital Region grows, its health care system is being asked to do more — serve a larger and more diverse population, support a rapidly expanding economy and adapt to rising complexity in care delivery. Significant investment in medical campuses, specialty services, research and workforce development is reshaping care across Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes, but progress depends on leadership, innovation and execution at every level.
the exceptional achievements of health care leaders and organizations strengthening patient care and outcomes across the Capital Region
Recognize excellence
in leadership, innovation and impact across health systems, practices and organizations of every size
Shine a spotlight
on innovators and practitioners advancing clinical excellence, operational performance, access to care and community health
Eligibility is open to individuals and organizations making a measurable impact
in the region’s health care ecosystem, including hospitals and clinics, private
practices, research institutions,
public health agencies and community-based
initiatives.
Eligibility is open to individuals and organizations making a measurable impact
in the region’s health care ecosystem, including hospitals and clinics, private
practices, research institutions,
public health agencies and community-based
initiatives.
Eligibility is open to individuals and organizations making a measurable impact
in the region’s health care ecosystem, including hospitals and clinics, private
practices, research institutions,
public health agencies and community-based
initiatives.
Outstanding Health Care Executive
Celebrates a senior leader driving meaningful results in the Capital Region’s health care system today. This honor recognizes strategic leadership, operational excellence and forward-looking decision-making that strengthen organizations and improve patient outcomes. The recipient’s influence is evident in measurable performance, organizational growth and the ability to lead through change.
Emerging Energy Leader
Emerging Health Care Leader
Recognizes a rising professional whose early career achievements demonstrate strong potential to shape the future of health care in the Capital Region. This award highlights leadership, initiative and forward-looking contributions already producing measurable results. The honoree represents the next generation of leaders strengthening the region’s health system.
Salutes an established enterprise with more than 250 employees that exemplifies operational excellence, significant growth and positive community engagement. Through innovative solutions, workforce development and responsible stewardship, this company sets the standard for success, championing progress across Louisiana's energy corridor and beyond.
Outstanding Practitioner
Honors a clinician whose expertise, judgment and consistency have elevated patient care across the Capital Region. This award recognizes excellence in clinical practice, professionalism and patient-centered care. The recipient’s work influences outcomes, supports care teams and sets a high standard within the region’s health care community
Outstanding Health Organization
Celebrates an organization whose performance and leadership have measurably strengthened health care delivery in the Capital Region. This honor recognizes excellence in care, effective operations and organizational impact. The recipient plays a critical role in improving access, outcomes and system reliability across the region.
Achievement in Innovation
Recognizes a breakthrough effort that has measurably advanced care delivery, research or clinical practice in the Capital Region. This award highlights practical innovation, collaboration and results-driven execution. The recipient’s work improves patient outcomes and contributes to the region’s evolving health care capabilities.
Achievement in Innovation
Recognizes a breakthrough effort that has measurably advanced care delivery, research or clinical practice in the Capital Region. This award highlights practical innovation, collaboration and results-driven execution. The recipient’s work improves patient outcomes and contributes to the region’s evolving health care capabilities.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrates a distinguished career defined by decades of leadership, service and transformative impact on health care in the Capital Region. This honor recognizes a lasting legacy of excellence, mentorship and dedication. The recipient’s work has permanently shaped institutions, advanced care delivery and left an enduring mark on the region and its people.
The
Community Impact Award
This award recognizes a health care–led initiative that has delivered a meaningful, lasting benefit to the Capital Region. The honored effort extends beyond traditional clinical care, demonstrating how health care organizations and professionals contribute to stronger, healthier communities. The initiative reflects collaboration, leadership and a clear commitment to improving quality of life across the region — through education, expanded access, system-level improvements, applied research or other efforts producing measurable results. Its impact is evident not only for individual patients, but across the broader community and health care landscape.
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Celebrating the Capital Region leaders advancing care, innovation & community well-being
THE WHY
A DIVISION OF MELARA ENTERPRISES
All finalists will be profiled in a special Excellence in Health Care edition of Baton Rouge Business Report in August and recognized at a celebratory cocktail hour and dinner at the Crowne Plaza, where honorees will be announced.
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Celebration
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Celebrate and honor
on individuals and organizations who are advancing sustainability, safety, technological progress and community impact
Shine a spotlight
Recognize excellence
innovation and leadership in both traditional and renewable energy sectors
the remarkable achievements of Louisiana's energy industry, both its enduring legacy and its prioneering contributions to the future of energy
Eligibility is extended to individuals and companies at every operational level shaping Louisiana's energy sector, from oil and gas to renewables.
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Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrates a senior leader driving meaningful results in the Capital Region’s health care system today. This honor recognizes strategic leadership, operational excellence and forward-looking decision-making that strengthen organizations and improve patient outcomes. The recipient’s influence is evident in measurable performance, organizational growth and the ability to lead through change.
Outstanding Health
Care Executive
Recognizes a dynamic leader who delivers strategic vision, outstanding performance and sustained growth within the energy sector. This individual's influential decision making, commitment to innovation and industry impact sets a benchmark for excellence.
Honors a promising professional under the age of 40 whose fresh perspectives and achievements are reshaping the energy field. Their forward-thinking approach, commitment to improvement and leadership potential highlight the next wave of industry innovation, ensuring a dynamic future for Louisiana's energy sector.
Energy Company of the Year
Recognizes a thriving small-to-mid-sized energy firm that demonstrates outstanding performance, flexibility and strong community ties. By embracing innovation, fostering talent and focusing on sustainable practice, this company delivers substantial impact, reinforcing its status as a vital contributor to Louisiana's evolving energy landscape.
Energy Deal of the Year
Celebrates a transformative investment that propels the energy sector forward through sustainability or cutting-edge technology. The selected deal demonstrates strategic vision, economic growth and measurable benefits for the region, positioning the industry as a hub of responsible innovation and progressive development.
The
Community Impact Award
This award recognizes a health care–led initiative that has delivered a meaningful, lasting benefit to the Capital Region. The honored effort extends beyond traditional clinical care, demonstrating how health care organizations and professionals contribute to stronger, healthier communities. The initiative reflects collaboration, leadership and a clear commitment to improving quality of life across the region — through education, expanded access, system-level improvements, applied research or other efforts producing measurable results. Its impact is evident not only for individual patients, but across the broader community and health care landscape.
All finalists will be profiled in a special Excellence in Health Care edition of Baton Rouge Business Report in August and recognized at a celebratory cocktail hour and dinner at the Crowne Plaza, where honorees will be announced.
The
Celebration
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WITH GRATITUDE TO OUR SPONSORS
9029 Jefferson Highway
Suite 300
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70785
[225] 928-1700
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A DIVISION OF MELARA ENTERPRISES
WITH GRATITUDE TO OUR SPONSORS
A DIVISION OF MELARA ENTERPRISES
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eligible?
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The Excellence in Health Care Awards recognize the individuals, teams and organizations meeting that moment — those improving access, elevating outcomes and strengthening the region’s capacity to deliver high-quality care today while building resilience for what comes next.
2026 Excellence
in Health Care Awards
Celebrating the Capital Region leaders advancing care, innovation & community well-being
About the Excellence in Health Care Awards
As the Capital Region grows, its health care system is being asked to do more — serve a larger and more diverse population, support a rapidly expanding economy and adapt to rising complexity in care delivery. Significant investment in medical campuses, specialty services, research and workforce development is reshaping care across Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes, but progress depends on leadership, innovation and execution at every level.
The Excellence in Health Care Awards recognize the individuals, teams and organizations meeting that moment — those improving access, elevating outcomes and strengthening the region’s capacity to deliver high-quality care today while building resilience for what comes next.
THE WHY
SPONSORS
SPONSORS
the exceptional achievements of health care leaders and organizations strengthening patient care and outcomes across the Capital Region
in leadership, innovation and impact across health systems, practices and organizations of every size
on innovators and practitioners advancing clinical excellence, operational performance, access to care and community health
Eligibility is open to individuals and organizations making a measurable impact in the region’s health care ecosystem, including hospitals and clinics, private practices, research institutions, public health agencies and community-based initiatives.
Outstanding Health Care Executive
Emerging Health
Care Leader
Outstanding Practitioner
Outstanding Health Organization
Lifetime Achievement Award
Achievement in Innovation
Recognizes a rising professional whose early career achievements demonstrate strong potential to shape the future of health care in the Capital Region. This award highlights leadership, initiative and forward-looking contributions already producing measurable results. The honoree represents the next generation of leaders strengthening the region’s health system.
Honors a clinician whose expertise, judgment and consistency have elevated patient care across the Capital Region. This award recognizes excellence in clinical practice, professionalism and patient-centered care. The recipient’s work influences outcomes, supports care teams and sets a high standard within the region’s health care community
Celebrates an organization whose performance and leadership have measurably strengthened health care delivery in the Capital Region. This honor recognizes excellence in care, effective operations and organizational impact. The recipient plays a critical role in improving access, outcomes and system reliability across the region.
Recognizes a breakthrough effort that has measurably advanced care delivery, research or clinical practice in the Capital Region. This award highlights practical innovation, collaboration and results-driven execution. The recipient’s work improves patient outcomes and contributes to the region’s evolving health care capabilities.
Celebrates a distinguished career defined by decades of leadership, service and transformative impact on health care in the Capital Region. This honor recognizes a lasting legacy of excellence, mentorship and dedication. The recipient’s work has permanently shaped institutions, advanced care delivery and left an enduring mark on the region and its people.
DEADLINE IS APRIL 17
DEADLINE IS APRIL 17