Our Lady of the Lake Health has announced Christopher Tom Trevino, MD, as its new VP, physician executive - Baton Rouge Market Emergency Services. Our Lady of the Lake Health treats approximately 200,000 people across its six emergency rooms each year, and Trevino will help to improve outcomes at all sites of care.
“Dr. Trevino is a well-respected leader both at Our Lady of the Lake Ascension and within the community of Ascension Parish,” said Chuck Spicer, president of Our Lady of the Lake Health. “His experience in emergency medicine and in his current role make him a great fit for this position to serve our entire market and most importantly the people entrusted to our care.”
Trevino is board-certified in emergency medicine. He received his medical degree from LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport and has been in practice for more than 25 years. Since 1999, he has served in numerous medical director roles at Our Lady of the Lake Ascension, which was known as St. Elizabeth Hospital at the time. Trevino will continue in his administrative role at Our Lady of the Lake Ascension as its chief medical officer.