News Releases

Ochsner research leads groundbreaking findings for Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED)

Jan. 9, 2026

Entitled “Real-world data and clinical experience from over 100,000 multi-cancer early detection tests,” the study was recently published in Nature Communications.

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Ochsner Eat Fit Announces Return of Signature King Cakes and King Cake Cupcakes

Jan. 7, 2026

For 2026, Ochsner Eat Fit King Cakes are available for purchase at retailers statewide, online at EatFitKingCake.com, and in select markets in Mississippi and Arkansas. Also back this year are Eat Fit King Cake Cupcakes, delivering all the indulgence of the traditional dessert in a perfectly portioned, bite-sized form.

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Ochsner and Crux partner to offer affordable obesity care nationwide

Jan. 7, 2026

Ochsner Connected Health and Crux offer a powerful solution for employers that ensures member outcomes, contains costs, and introduces a transformative approach to providing obesity management benefits for employees. 

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Allegiance Health System Announces Affiliation with Ochsner Health to Expand Access and Innovation Across Rural Louisiana

Dec. 18, 2025

Allegiance Health System (AHS) and its network of hospital facilities are proud to announce that they have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to enter into an affiliation with Ochsner Health (Ochsner) to enhance patient care coordination and clinical innovation throughout rural Louisiana.

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Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center named among Forbes Top Hospitals 2026

Dec. 16, 2025

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center has been named one of Forbes Top Hospitals 2026, recognizing its excellence in quality outcomes, patient experience, and value. This honor places OLGMC among 762 high-performing hospitals nationwide, evaluated using 56 performance measures based on validated data. CEO Patrick Gandy credits the hospital's dedicated team for consistently delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to the Acadiana community.

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Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge named among Forbes Top Hospitals 2026

Dec. 16, 2025

This recognition highlights hospitals that demonstrate strong performance across quality outcomes, patient experience, value and best practices.  

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Ochsner Health accredited by Adult Congenital Heart Association

Dec. 16, 2025

In recognition of its expertise in serving adults with congenital heart disease (CHD), the Ochsner Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program earned accreditation from the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA), a nationwide organization focused on connecting patients, family members, and healthcare providers to form a community of support and a network of experts with knowledge of CHD.

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Ochsner LSU Health - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Institute relocates to renovated Ellerbe Road clinic

Dec. 15, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health has relocated its Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Institute to a newly renovated, state-of-the-art clinic at 9091 Ellerbe Road in Shreveport. The facility offers advanced technology and a wide range of specialized services, enhancing patient access and care in a modern environment.

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Ochsner Baton Rouge expands orthopedics and sports medicine staff

Dec. 15, 2025

Ochsner Baton Rouge welcomes several new orthopedic and sports medicine specialists.

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Study finds carotid stenting significantly reduces stroke risk

Dec. 11, 2025

The CREST-2 study included two large trials looking for the best way to prevent strokes in people with severe, but symptom-free, narrowing of their neck arteries, or carotid stenosis.

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