Saint Charles Parish Hospital honors Penny Main as she retires after 15 years

The Saint Charles Parish Hospital District board opened its public hearing with a special recognition for a longtime executive-office staff member, Penny Main, who announced her retirement after 15 years with Ochsner and eight years at Saint Charles Parish Hospital. Dr. West introduced the recognition and described Main as the "glue holding everything together."

"And so I I just wanted to start off by saying ... I couldn't have been good at my job without you," Dr. West said, naming Penny Main and thanking her for her service. Main accepted the recognition, saying, "I mean, it's been an honor to be here at Saint Charles Parish Hospital." Board members offered congratulations and the group posed for photos.

The recognition came at the start of the meeting as the board moved into regular business. The acknowledgment emphasized Main's role coordinating meetings and supporting staff, and board members noted her work across Ochsner and at the local hospital. No formal action was required beyond the ceremony; the meeting then proceeded to votes on business items.