News Releases

Ochsner Rush Medical Center receives an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group

May 7, 2026

Ochsner Rush Medical Center in Meridian, Mississippi, earned an A Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for the first time, placing it among the safest hospitals in the nation and making it the only hospital in east central Mississippi to currently hold the rating. The recognition reflects Ochsner Rush’s strong commitment to patient safety, quality care, and reducing preventable harm for the communities it serves.

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Ochsner Health hospitals earn ‘As’ for patient safety

May 6, 2026

Several Ochsner Health hospitals across the Gulf South earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit organization focused on patient safety.

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LSU Health Shreveport and Ochsner LSU Health partnership generates $3.7 billion economic impact in Louisiana

April 30, 2026

LSU Health Shreveport and Ochsner LSU Health announced a $3.7 billion economic impact on Louisiana in fiscal year 2025, with 97% of the benefits concentrated in North Louisiana. Their partnership drives local job creation, healthcare innovation, and medical education, while alumni contributions and infrastructure investments further strengthen the region's economy and healthcare system.

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Ochsner Health earns USA TODAY Top Workplaces award

April 9, 2026

In addition to being ranked among the Top Workplaces for the sixth consecutive year, Ochsner has been recognized for its outstanding workplace culture, earning a spot on numerous Culture Excellence lists by Top Workplaces in several key areas including being among the best for frontline workers.

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Ochsner Health among Newsweek's ‘World’s Greatest’ Hospitals

March 16, 2026

This ranking highlights leading medical facilities around the world, providing readers with trusted, country-specific evaluations to help them find the best care tailored to their needs and location.

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Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge named by Newsweek among ‘World’s Greatest Hospitals’

March 12, 2026

Inclusion on this list underscores a deep, ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety and exceptional healthcare delivery, as well as hospital quality metrics and patient experience data.

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Ochsner St. Anne named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health

March 6, 2026

Ochsner St. Anne Hospital in Raceland, Louisiana, has been named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital for 2026 by the Chartis Center for Rural Health, marking its consecutive recognition as the only facility in the state to achieve this honor. This accolade highlights the hospital's commitment to delivering high-quality care and essential services to Lafourche Parish and surrounding rural communities.

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Ochsner Health wins 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award

March 4, 2026

This prestigious award highlights Ochsner’s unwavering dedication to fostering an environment of excellence, both as a workplace and in its delivery of exceptional patient care.

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Ochsner Health hospitals named Best-in-State 2026

Feb. 6, 2026

Five Ochsner Health hospitals have been named among Newsweek’s America’s Best-in-State Hospitals 2026, recognizing their clinical excellence, patient experience and innovation. This honor highlights Ochsner’s commitment to top-quality care across Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South.

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Ochsner Children's heart program surgical results among the best in the nation

Jan. 22, 2026

Ochsner Children’s congenital heart program has once again achieved surgical results that rank among the best nationally, according to the most recent data analysis from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS).

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