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New Surgery Residency Program to Launch at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

April 16, 2024

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, the only Level 2 Trauma Center in the region, celebrated the launch of its new General Surgery Residency Program on April 16, 2024. Accredited by the ACGME, the program aims to address the physician shortage projected by 2030 and improve healthcare access by training surgeons to meet high standards of care. The initiative underscores Ochsner's commitment to community health and includes comprehensive facilities and a strong support system to ensure quality training. This program is part of Ochsner Health's broader mission to serve, heal, and educate across the Gulf South, aligning with its long-standing tradition of excellence in medical education and research.

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Ochsner Health Receives 2024 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards

April 15, 2024

The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets. Top Workplaces awards are based on feedback from a research-backed employee engagement survey. 

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Ochsner Health Utilizes Groundbreaking Ablation System for Atrial Fibrillation

April 9, 2024

The John Ochsner Heart & Vascular Institute brings an advancement in the treatment of heart rhythm disorders to the New Orleans and Gulf South region utilizing a new cardiac ablation procedure, the FARAPULSE Pulse Field Ablation System. 

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Ochsner Health joins Hall of Fame Health to serve its communities of football families and combat veterans

April 3, 2024

Through its renowned clinical programs, nationally recognized physicians, and convenient locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, Ochsner will greatly expand Hall of Fame Health’s ability to meet the needs of families by utilizing our concierge-style service.

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Ochsner Health Nurses Honored by the Louisiana State Nursing Association

April 1, 2024

LSNA selected 40 outstanding nurse leaders 40 years of age and under who exemplify dedication to the nursing profession and demonstrate the qualities of a good leader.

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Ochsner Health named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2024 for Job Starters

March 28, 2024

In a survey that included more than 75,000 young professionals and more than 540,000 company reviews, Ochsner earned 5 out of 5 stars.

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Ochsner Children’s presents Autism Acceptance Month virtual series

March 21, 2024

The Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development at Ochsner Children’s is hosting a series of free educational webinars for parents and professionals in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. While the observance takes place in April, the series began in March and will continue through May.

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The University of Queensland Medical School – Ochsner Health celebrates high residency match

March 15, 2024

This year, UQ Ochsner MD Program received a 99% match rate through the National Residency Match Program – the highest rate in the medical school’s history since securing a full cohort of students, exceeding the average national match rate of 93.5% for U.S. medical schools

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Ochsner Health Announces Raffle for a Chance to “Shake It Off” at The Eras Tour with Taylor Swift

March 11, 2024

Each raffle ticket is priced at $100 for the opportunity to have “The Best Day” witnessing the magic of the Eras Tour in person while creating memories that are sure to “Long Live” for a lifetime. In addition to two suite tickets, the grand prize includes an “Enchanted” dinner for two at Miss River located in the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans.

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