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Physical Activity Can Make Daily Life Better WHEN YOU’RE ACTIVE AND STRONG, IT’S EASIER TO: Do everyday tasks, like chores and shopping Keeping up with the grandkids Stay independent as you get older PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ALSO HAS BIG HEALTH BENEFITS TOO: Less pain Better mood Lower risk of many diseases How much activity do I […]

Choose more movement. Choose better health. Choose physical therapy! It is PT Month! Most Americans do not move enough. The good news is that regular physical activity is one of the easiest ways to reduce your risk of chronic disease and to improve your quality of life.  MAKE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY A PRIORITY TO: Improve your […]

Avala has been awarded the Best Places to Work 2020 honor by New Orleans CityBusiness for large companies! Avala works to create a diverse and inclusive work environment as we continue to grow and serve our communities with first class healthcare.

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OVERVIEW OF KNEE PROBLEMS Knee problems happen when you injure or develop disease in your knee and it can’t do its job. Your knee is the joint where the bones of the upper leg meet the bones of the lower leg, allowing hinge-like movement while providing stability and strength to support the weight of your […]

Covington, LA – based AVALA hospital has four surgical robots, which it has used to perform more than 1,000 surgeries in less than two years. K. Samer Shamieh, MD, medical director and lead spine surgeon at AVALA, discussed expansion plans for the robotic surgery program and how robots will be used in the future. Condon, […]

Covington, Louisiana – The Louisiana Knights begin their new mission #ProtectOurPlayers by partnering with AVALA, the Northshore’s fastest growing healthcare provider for orthopedic and spine surgery, imaging, and physical therapy. Dr. Samer Shamieh is the Medical Director at AVALA and was once a top-rated tennis player in the South.  “As a former athlete at Louisiana […]