EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 16 MIN
LSUHS Podcast Ep. 4: The Professor Who Saved Her Student's Life
from LSU Health Shreveport Podcast · host LSU Health Shreveport
What does it really mean when an institution says, “You’re a name, not a number”? At LSU Health Shreveport, that phrase isn’t a slogan, it’s a lived reality. In this episode of the LSUHS Podcast, you’ll hear a story that proves it.We sit down with Dr. Michon Revader, DHA, RRT, RRT‑NPS, RCS, Program Director of Cardiovascular Technology and Clinical Assistant Professor of Cardiopulmonary Science, and Rachel Banister, who will soon become the first-ever graduate of LSU Health Shreveport’s Cardiovascular Technology program.Rachel shares her journey into healthcare, and the moment everything changed. The day she didn’t show up to class. Dr. Revader immediately sensed something was wrong, and her quick action led to a welfare check that uncovered a ruptured brain aneurysm. Rachel survived because someone noticed she was missing. Disclaimer: The information shared in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended as specific medical advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest and do not replace guidance from your own healthcare provider. Every patient is different, so listeners and viewers should consult their primary care physician or qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping or changing any medical treatment.
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What does it really mean when an institution says, “You’re a name, not a number”? At LSU Health Shreveport, that phrase isn’t a slogan, it’s a lived reality. In this episode of the LSUHS Podcast, you’ll hear a story that proves it.We sit down with Dr. Michon Revader, DHA, RRT, RRT‑NPS, RCS, Program Director of Cardiovascular Technology and Clinical Assistant Professor of Cardiopulmonary Science, and Rachel Banister, who will soon become the first-ever graduate of LSU Health Shreveport’s Cardiovascular Technology program.Rachel shares her journey into healthcare, and the moment everything changed. The day she didn’t show up to class. Dr. Revader immediately sensed something was wrong, and her quick action led to a welfare check that uncovered a ruptured brain aneurysm. Rachel survived because someone noticed she was missing. Disclaimer: The information shared in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended as specific medical advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest and do not replace guidance from your own healthcare provider. Every patient is different, so listeners and viewers should consult their primary care physician or qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping or changing any medical treatment.
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