The LSMS and its chartered Component Medical Societies are unified, meaning physicians must hold joint membership in both societies. The LSMS is comprised of 42 Component Societies.
For over 160 years, the Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society has been providing valuable scientific articles and information to physicians. Established in 1844, the Journal is one of the oldest periodicals of its kind in the country, featuring scientific information on clinical trials and treatments.
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The LSMS established the Educational and Research Foundation for the purpose of funding educational endeavors, medical student scholarships and other activities to enhance the educational opportunities for physicians and medical students in Louisiana.
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The Health Care and Disaster Planning project documented the lessons
learned from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The final report examines the major breakdowns and failures of
emergency preparedness plans and responses related to health care in an
effort to educate physicians and the health care community on the need
to reassess their emergency...