A local medical professional is being celebrated after achieving a personal milestone on one of the world’s most prestigious running stages.

Claiborne Memorial Medical Center announced congratulations to Dr. Mark St. Cyr following his performance at the 130th Boston Marathon.

In his seventh appearance at the historic race, Dr. St. Cyr recorded a personal best time of 3:29:36, improving his previous mark by more than four minutes. The finish equates to an average pace of approximately eight minutes per mile across the 26.2-mile course.

Hospital officials praised the achievement as a reflection of discipline, endurance, and dedication, noting that balancing a demanding medical career with elite-level training requires exceptional commitment.

Dr. St. Cyr’s performance placed him among thousands of participants in the internationally recognized marathon, which draws runners from around the world each year.

Claiborne Memorial Medical Center extended public congratulations, calling the accomplishment a point of pride for both the hospital and the Claiborne Parish community.

The achievement adds another highlight to Dr. St. Cyr’s running career and serves as an inspiration for residents across the parish, demonstrating the value of perseverance and long-term dedication to personal goals.