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2026 Medical Executive Committee Officers Announced at Lane Regional Medical Center

Written by Lane Regional Medical Center | Jan 19, 2026 1:31:38 PM

Zachary, LA — Lane Regional Medical Center (Lane RMC) is pleased to announce the election of its 2026 Medical Executive Committee Officers, following the Medical Staff Meeting held January 12, 2026.

The nominated physicians were elected by unanimous consent, receiving a round of applause from those in attendance. Lane RMC proudly congratulates the following physicians on their leadership roles for 2026:

 

  • John Wilkinson, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon,
    Chief of Staff and Representative to the Board
  • Charles Thompson, M.D., Interventional Cardiologist,
    Vice Chief of Staff
  • Dan Bourgeois, M.D., General Surgeon,
    Secretary/Treasure 

 

These physicians bring a wealth of clinical expertise and leadership experience to the Medical Executive Committee and play a vital role in advancing the quality of care, patient safety, and physician engagement at Lane RMC.

At the conclusion of the election, Dr. Samantha Bland-Naquin, OBGYN, was recognized and honored for her dedicated service as Chief of Staff and Representative to the Board from January 2024 through January 2026. Lane RMC extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Bland-Naquin for her leadership, commitment, and contributions to the medical staff and community.

Lane Regional Medical Center looks forward to the continued collaboration and leadership of its Medical Executive Committee as it enters 2026.