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If you or those close to you are not in the medical field, you may not know that the Hippocratic Oath originated from ancient Greek culture. The original oath, now updated for modern use across different cultures and beliefs, begins with the following:
“I swear by Apollo the physician, and Asclepius, and Hygieia and Panacea and all the gods and goddesses as my witnesses, that, according to my ability and judgement, I will keep this Oath and this contract:
“To hold him who taught me this art equally dear to me as my parents, to be a partner in life with him, and to fulfill his needs when required; to look upon his offspring as equals to my own siblings, and to teach them this art, if they shall wish to learn it, without fee or contract; and that by the set rules, lectures, and every other mode of instruction, I will impart a knowledge of the art to my own sons, and those of my teachers, and to students bound by this contract and having sworn this Oath to the law of medicine, but to no others.”
Meet SWLA’s top doctors as they reveal their motivations, how the Hippocratic Oath has influenced them and how they best serve their patients.
Dr. James Maze
Radiation Oncologist – Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Center has become the premier facility for cancer care in Southwest Louisiana.
Patients have access to the same caliber of expertise and technology found in major cancer centers across the country, and radiation treatment plays a crucial role in the fight against cancer, targeting tumors while destroying cancer cells.
Leading the radiation oncology department is James Maze, MD, a board-certified and fellowship-trained radiation oncologist who has cared for patients at Memorial since 1995. For Dr. Maze, the Hippocratic Oath is his daily guide. “The essence of the oath is to do no harm,” he reflects. “Radiation oncology is about striking that balance: treating cancer aggressively while protecting quality of life.”
That belief is what drew him to the field nearly three decades ago. “I got into this job because I wanted to help people,” Dr. Maze says. “Cancer is life-altering, and it’s rewarding and fulfilling to be a part of a patient’s journey.”
Patients often compliment the encouragement they feel from staff members, who provide more than medical treatment. “In addition to therapy, we teach our patients about their disease, what to expect, and guide them on the path to healing,” Dr. Maze explains.
Memorial’s cancer center continues to grow its capabilities as the first in the state of Louisiana to offer radiosurgical radiation technology with the Varian Edge. This advancement delivers radiation with millimeter precision, allowing physicians to target tumors while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. For patients, it can mean fewer treatments, reduced side effects and better outcomes, especially for cancers in delicate areas like the brain, spine or lungs. Once only available in distant cities, this level of treatment is now accessible in Lake Charles.
Even with groundbreaking tools at hand,
Dr. Maze insists that people remain the center of his practice. “Cancer care is never just about the disease, it’s about the person,” he says. “Some days are hard, but then you see a patient ring the bell after finishing treatment, and you know you’ve made a difference.”
For Dr. Maze, the Hippocratic Oath is a promise kept each day: to heal with both precision and compassion, and to bring hope when it is needed most.
Learn more about Dr. Maze at lcmh.com.
Dr. Andres Guillermo
Family Medicine Physician – Imperial Health – Guillermo Family Medicine
by Tori Whittaker
As a family medicine physician, Dr. Andres Guillermo, Imperial Health, says the Hippocratic Oath is not only a historical pledge recited at medical school graduation but also a living guiding principle that shapes every interaction he has with patients.
“At its core, the oath reminds me to ‘do no harm.’ This means approaching each case with empathy, integrity and a commitment to ethical decision-making, even when faced with complex medical dilemmas or systemic challenges in healthcare.”
Originally from Thibodaux, Louisiana, Dr. Guillermo’s interest in medicine is deeply rooted in his upbringing with a general surgeon father and neonatal nurse mother. “Dinner table conversations often revolved around patient stories, surgical triumphs and the emotional highs and lows of caring for patients,” he recalls. Dr. Guillermo often accompanied his father on hospital rounds, where he witnessed the compassionate care his father provided. As time went on, he began to shadow his father in his clinic. “These experiences weren’t just educational—they were transformative. It wasn’t about prestige or science alone; it was the profound impact one person could have on another’s life. In a world where medicine can sometimes feel impersonal or driven by bureaucracy, the oath grounds me in the humanity of my profession, urging me to treat patients not as cases but as whole individuals with unique stories, families and needs.”
Dr. Guillermo says family medicine was a natural extension of his desire to care for patients holistically, addressing not just isolated symptoms but the complete person—body, mind and spirit. “I wanted to be the doctor who knows a patient’s family history, understands their cultural background and can guide them through life’s health challenges with personalized advice. Family medicine allows me to build long-term relationships with patients across all ages and stages of life. I can manage everything from preventive care and chronic conditions to acute illnesses and end-of-life discussions, which gives me the opportunity to truly ‘heal’ in a comprehensive way.”
Medicine is inherently demanding, with long hours, emotional exhaustion and moments of uncertainty—whether it’s dealing with a difficult diagnosis, navigating insurance hurdles or coping with the loss of a patient. During these challenging times, Dr. Guillermo says what keeps him motivated is the simple yet powerful realization that every day is a new opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. It’s a reward to see a patient smile after weeks of pain, or to hear them say, “Thank you, Doc, I feel like myself again.”
Dr. Guillermo says, “I find motivation in continuous learning; staying updated on medical advancements through journals, conferences and peer discussions ensures I can offer the best care possible. Ultimately, the knowledge that I can contribute to a healthier community and individual well-being propels me forward, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and compassion. On tough days, I lean on my support network, including colleagues and family, and practice self-care like playing tennis or spending time with loved ones to maintain balance. I’m grateful for the privilege of being a physician and look forward to continuing this journey in our local community.”
For more information or to schedule an appointment at Guillermo Family Medicine, call 337-312-8960.
Dr. Tyson Green
PODIATRIC SURGEON – Center for Orthopaedics
by Kristy Como Armand
For Dr. Tyson Green, being a physician is more than just a profession, it’s a calling.
As a foot and ankle specialist, he faces the complexities of diabetic care on a daily basis, particularly in Southwest Louisiana, where the need is great and access to healthcare can be limited.
“I love my job because it challenges me daily, especially when treating diabetic patients, where managing complex needs and complications can be difficult,” Dr. Green explains. “Many of these challenges are foot-related, such as wounds, infections and the risk of amputation. But it’s incredibly rewarding to help people improve their health, particularly those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds who often face the greatest barriers to care.”
That sense of mission is at the heart of why Dr. Green chose medicine. “The reason I became a physician is rooted in my love of science and healthcare, but even more in the deep fulfillment that comes from helping people,” he says. “Medicine allows me to combine knowledge and compassion in a way that truly impacts lives, and that is what continues to inspire me every day.”
It’s not just the challenge that motivates Dr. Green; it’s the variety and opportunity to improve the lives of his patients. “The diversity of my job keeps every day interesting, presenting new challenges and opportunities to grow,” he notes. “It’s very fulfilling to know the care and services we provide make a positive difference for our patients and the community.”
Dr. Green’s commitment to his field extends beyond his practice at the Center for Orthopaedics. He is the founder and program director of the CHRISTUS St. Patrick Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Residency Program, training the next generation of specialists. He is also a professor of Health and Human Performance at McNeese State University and the medical director of the Memorial Wound Center at Imperial Pointe. He is the vice president of the Louisiana Podiatric Medicine Association, chief delegate of Louisiana for the American Podiatric Medical Association House of Delegates in Washington, DC, president of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Gulf States Region, and was appointed to the Specialty Board Review Committee for the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
Beyond the clinic, Dr. Green also shares his passion for athletics. He serves as a coach with the Calcasieu Soccer Club and as an assistant coach at St. Louis High School. “Building those athletes up, helping them grow in confidence and ability, and watching them reach new heights is an amazing and deeply rewarding feeling,” he shares.
Even with the demands of his medical career, Dr. Green keeps his priorities clear. “As with any job, it’s important to never lose focus on what matters most in my life. My ‘why’ is my family. Being the best husband and father I can be gives me purpose and drives me to give my best both at work and at home.”
Learn more about Dr. Green at centerforortho.com.
Dr. Brian Gamborg
FAMILY MEDICINE AND HOSPITAL – MEDICINE PHYSICIAN – West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
by Kristy Como Armand
For nearly three decades, Dr. Brian Gamborg has cared for families across Southwest Louisiana, blending his Canadian roots with a deep commitment to his adopted home.
From the fields of the Canadian Prairies to a hospital in Sulphur, his journey has been guided by a simple belief: medicine is about people, their stories and the privilege of walking alongside them in every stage of life.
“My wife and I come from agricultural backgrounds and grew up in the Canadian Prairies,” Dr. Gamborg says. “Canadian farmers have a great deal in common with people in Southwest Louisiana. Agriculture and mining or petroleum are the core industries of both areas, and the people who live and work in these communities are very similar.”
That sense of shared values—hard work, perseverance and community—shaped him from an early age. His father, a first-generation immigrant from Denmark, set a powerful example. “After World War II, my father believed the future was in North America,” Dr. Gamborg explains. “He arrived at Ellis Island with no English, no money and only a sixth-grade education. Within eight years, he had earned a Ph.D. in plant biochemistry.”
His father’s career at the Canadian National Research Council was marked by groundbreaking work in plant cell research and a commitment to helping others, particularly in developing countries. “He eventually traveled to Southeast Asia to establish agricultural research in local communities,” Dr. Gamborg says. “That drive to help others encouraged me to view medicine as an opportunity to continue his mission.”
Although he was accepted into multiple subspecialties, Dr. Gamborg was always drawn to family medicine. “Family practice allows for continuity in a way that no other specialty does,” he says. “Early in my career in Canada, I was involved in pediatrics, obstetrics, internal medicine and palliative care. On a single day, I might be providing palliative care to an elderly person in the last stages of cancer and later delivering her grandchild. That degree of involvement with numerous families has always felt like a huge privilege.”
In 1997, Dr. Gamborg and his family relocated to Sulphur, Louisiana, a move inspired partly by the climate. “Winters in Canada were becoming a chore,” he admits. “Going to work when it was 40 below with a 40-mile-an-hour wind had lost its luster.”
Since then, he has devoted himself to family practice and hospital medicine in Southwest Louisiana. In 2015, he also began teaching at the family medicine residency program in Lake Charles. Today, he provides hospital medicine services at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.
“In hospital medicine, the overlap between medical health, financial limitations and social barriers is very apparent,” Dr. Gamborg says. “Many of the patients we see have health problems that could have been prevented if they had access to services earlier. Too often, people fall through the cracks through no fault of their own.”
Despite these challenges, his motivation never wavers. “There’s an old saying: ‘If you love what you’re doing, work is not a four-letter word,’” he says. “I cannot recall a single day when I wasn’t motivated to go to work. The next patient who walks in will always challenge me intellectually and medically, and it’s my job to do the right thing, for the right reasons, to help them.”
The rewards, he adds, are profound. “Seeing people who are extremely ill, many of whom have given up, respond to treatment and return to normal, healthy lives—that’s what makes this work so meaningful.”
Learn more about Dr. Gamborg and West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital at wcch.com.
Dr. Devin Seale
GENERAL SURGEON – Sulphur Surgical Clinic
by Tori Whittaker
Dr. Devin Seale, general surgeon with Sulphur Surgical Center, always knew his goal was to become a physician.
His grandfather, Dr. W. A. K. Seale, and his father, Dr. A. Kent Seale, were founding members of Sulphur Surgical Center. “My dad and grandfather were certainly influences on my career choice. I fondly remember making rounds with my dad at the hospital as a child and I’ve continued that tradition with my children. Those experiences with him guided my decision to become a general surgeon.”
However, Dr. Seale says his experiences in medical school and residency showed him the multitude of ways in which a general surgeon can help patients. Dr. Seale is a graduate of Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia. He received his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency in general surgery at Oschner’s Medical Center, also in New Orleans.
“The most challenging part, and the most rewarding, about general surgery is the depth and breadth of medicine required for the care of our patients,” Dr. Seale says. “No two days are the same. I never know what will come through the door of the hospital. But the ability to identify a problem and immediately fix it to improve or save someone’s life is an immensely gratifying experience.”
Dr. Seale says the Hippocratic Oath is more than just the principle “do no harm;” it is a pledge to always act in the best interest of the patient. “Patient care is my central focus each day both in how I practice medicine and how I live my life. Giving patients the best experience possible is what keeps me motivated to always continue to pursue excellence. I’m excited to continue practicing medicine with conscience, dignity and respect for the people of Southwest Louisiana for many years to come.”
Sulphur Surgical Clinic offers a variety of procedures using the latest innovative technology, bringing advanced treatments and procedures to patients in Southwest Louisiana. The surgical team has over 75 years of general surgery experience and consistently upholds a reputation for excellence and satisfaction.
“It’s a unique experience to work in the same clinic as my father and grandfather once did,” says Dr. Seale. “I get to hear stories from patients who previously had an operation from my relatives and I’m happy I can walk in their footsteps and continue their legacy of providing a positive patient experience.”
To learn more about the Dr. Seale, visit sulphursurgicalclinic.com.
