Ms. Thibodeaux serves as CEO of Beauregard Health System, a nonprofit, community-owned organization in DeRidder, La., where she provides strategic and operational leadership to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the rural community it serves. She guides long-term initiatives that strengthen access to care by securing sustainable funding, identifying growth opportunities and establishing partnerships, while prioritizing internal culture, workforce engagement, recruitment and retention. A strong advocate for the strategic use of technology, she led a sepsis-reduction effort incorporating an FDA-approved diagnostic test for early detection, making Beauregard the first hospital in Southwest Louisiana to offer the capability. She advanced the system’s digital transformation by integrating Artera’s AI-powered patient communication platform and a prescription engagement solution from DrFirst within the EHR, improving communication and supporting medication adherence. She serves as the southwest district trustee on the Louisiana Hospital Association board of trustees and is a fellow of the American College of Health Data Management. Ms. Thibodeaux’s honors include the Louisiana Hospital Association’s “Drive to Excellence and Engagement Award,” the Louisiana Quality Network’s “Kaplan Award” and the American College of Healthcare Executives’ “Middle Careerist” award.
