News Releases

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital breaks ground on new medical office building to expand care in Kaplan

May 4, 2026

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital has broken ground on a new 16,500-square-foot medical office building in Kaplan, Louisiana, set to open in summer 2027 and expand access to high-quality care close to home.

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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 Lafayette General announces offsite emergency center in Broussard

April 20, 2026

Ochsner Lafayette General is opening a new offsite emergency center in Broussard, Louisiana, at 8000 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, with construction underway and an expected opening in summer 2027. The 14,000-square-foot facility will feature eight exam bays, imaging services and lab services, enhancing emergency care access for Lafayette Parish and surrounding communities.

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Ochsner Health Center – Denham Springs reopened

April 14, 2026

The building was temporarily closed in March for repairs.

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Ochsner Health Center – Denham Springs temporarily closed

March 9, 2026

There is currently no estimate on how long it will take for the clinic to reopen. Ochsner continues to assess the situation and will update as soon as possible. 

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Ochsner MD Anderson expands fully integrated cancer program partnership to Slidell Memorial Hospital

Oct. 6, 2025

This partnership brings together longstanding commitment to community healthcare, an extensive regional network and world-renowned cancer expertise to provide patients in Slidell and surrounding areas with access to advanced oncology treatments, innovative select clinical trials and the compassionate care that patients of the Slidell Regional Cancer Center know and trust.

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Ochsner Novant Health 65 Plus – Bellview welcomes Brandon M. McElroy, MD

Sept. 22, 2025

Ochsner Novant Health 65 Plus – Bellview welcomes Brandon M. McElroy, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physician.

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Progressive Children’s Clinic to join Ochsner LSU Health in 2026

Sept. 17, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health is partnering with Progressive Children’s Clinic, which will join the health system as Ochsner LSU Health – Progressive Pediatrics. This strategic partnership reinforces a shared commitment to delivering high-quality pediatric care and expanding access to specialized services for children in the community.

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St. Charles Parish Hospital celebrates opening of new education center & simulation lab

Aug. 27, 2025

St. Charles Parish Hospital has opened a state-of-the-art Education Center & Simulation Lab to enhance clinical training, emergency preparedness, and workforce development for healthcare professionals and first responders across southeast Louisiana.

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Ochsner Health, New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans announce plans for new medical complex

Aug. 20, 2025

In partnership with the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans, Ochsner Health is excited to announce plans for Ochsner Medical Complex - Airline, a new destination for comprehensive and expanded healthcare services in Jefferson Parish.

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