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Ochsner Children’s and the McLindon Family Foundation invite community members and local media to attend the ‘These Bikes Change Lives’ Fest. This community celebration will honor the resilience of long-distance cyclists and, most importantly, empower children with special needs through the gift of mobility.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s Hospital has been named the No. 1 hospital for kids in Louisiana for the fifth consecutive year, according to the 2025-2026 Best Children’s Hospital rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings also placed Ochsner Children’s Hospital among the nation’s Top 50 in two specialties: pediatric cardiology and heart surgery and pediatric gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery. This marks nine consecutive years of national recognition, highlighting Ochsner Children’s proven leadership in pediatric healthcare.
Read MoreOchsner 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.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health is excited to welcome Dr. Saudamini Lele, a fellowship-trained pediatric ENT specialist, to St. Mary Medical Center in Shreveport, La. With extensive training from top institutions in India and the U.S., including LSU Health Shreveport and UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dr. Lele brings exceptional expertise in treating a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions in children.
Read MoreIn 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.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s performed the first robotic-assisted pediatric spine deformity surgery in Louisiana and the Gulf South, showcasing leadership in innovative pediatric orthopedic care.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals 2025. This prestigious honor is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on May 28, 2025, and can be viewed on the Newsweek website.
Read MoreOchsner Health proudly announces today a pivotal milestone in advancing pediatric healthcare in the Gulf South, breaking ground on The Gayle and Tom Benson Ochsner Children’s Hospital. Joined by Mrs. Gayle Benson, Ochsner Health leaders and local and state government officials, this afternoon’s groundbreaking ceremony marks a historic step forward in making this innovative new home for Louisiana’s No. 1 hospital for kids a reality. Adding to the excitement of the day, Ochsner and Mrs. Benson are also excited to unveil a new partnership with Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana, aimed at fulfilling the wishes of many children.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health – St. Mary Medical Center is proud to announce its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) has been awarded the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). This recognition places the PICU in a select group of hospital units across the nation delivering top-tier critical care.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), a respected leader in medication error prevention, are announcing a shared fellowship focused on medication safety.
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