lcmh.com 13 later. Little did he know just how soon he would need that focus. Today, he, Candi and their three children are profoundly thankful. Reflecting on this journey, Chad says: “The money I leave on Earth when I die will compound interest when I’m gone, but the day I step off this Earth is the last time I can compound the memories. I don’t know how much time I have left, but I’ve been given a second chance—and I’m committed to making the most of it.” Dr. Lugo explained that a surgery was not only necessary but needed to happen as soon as possible. Just three days later, Dr. Lugo performed a lifesaving double bypass surgery. His straightforward approach and expertise gave both Chad and Candi confidence and peace of mind, reassuring them that he was exactly the right surgeon for this critical procedure. Dr. Lugo’s ability to instill trust put them at ease and was invaluable as they moved forward with such a significant operation. Finding support in community The Babins are originally from the Lafayette area and have been deeply moved by the incredible sense of community they’ve found here—both at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and among friends. “The outreach we received was well over 200 different individuals sharing words of support, bringing food, cutting our grass and letting us know we weren’t alone in this,” the Babins say. “And we have only been here for five years.” From the physicians and nurses to the housekeeping team, Chad felt he was truly in caring hands, surrounded by people who went above and beyond to personalize his care and recovery. At the start of 2024, Chad’s business goals for the year focused on gratitude, aiming to appreciate life’s blessings, unaware of what was coming his way a few months Schedule a consultation today If you need heart care, our team is ready to help. Call 337-284-8480 to schedule a consultation or visit lcmh.com/heart to learn more about what we have to offer. Gregory Lugo, MD, performed Chad’s double bypass heart surgery.
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