Ochsner Lafayette General welcomes six new physician specialists

New physicians expand access to anesthesiology, colorectal surgery, general surgery and orthopedic trauma care in Acadiana

LAFAYETTE, La. – As part of its continued commitment to expanding access to specialized care across Acadiana, Ochsner Lafayette General welcomes six physicians specializing in anesthesiology, colorectal surgery, general surgery and orthopedic trauma.

Alaina Broussard, MD, is an anesthesiologist at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, 1214 Coolidge St. in Lafayette. She provides a broad range of anesthetic services and special interests in obstetric and regional anesthesia. Dr. Broussard earned her medical degree from LSU Health Shreveport and completed an anesthesiology residency at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. She is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and Louisiana Society of Anesthesiologists.  

Andrew Broussard, MD, is a colorectal and general surgeon at Ochsner Lafayette General - Burdin Riehl, 1211 Coolidge Blvd, Ste. 301 in Lafayette and serving the Crowley and Jennings areas. He specializes in minimally invasive treatment for colorectal and general surgical conditions, including colon and rectal cancer, diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor disorders, anorectal conditions and abdominal wall hernias. A Lafayette native, Dr. Broussard earned his medical degree from LSU Health Shreveport. He completed a general surgery residency and colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans. He is certified in general surgery, board eligible in colon and rectal surgery, and a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.

Alex Heatherly, MD, is an orthopedic trauma surgeon at Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Center, 4212 W. Congress St. in Lafayette. He specializes in treating complex fractures and traumatic arm and leg injuries, including the pelvis and hip socket. He also treats fracture-related complications, including infections. Dr. Heatherly earned his medical degree and completed an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He completed additional fellowship training in orthopedic trauma at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga at Erlanger and is a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association.

W. Bradley Kimbrough III, MD, is a general surgeon practicing at Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, Ochsner Acadia General Health Center – Crowley and other Ochsner locations throughout the region. He specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery and treats appendicitis, gallbladder disease, hernias, breast disease, gastrointestinal disorders and diseases of the colon. He also performs upper and lower endoscopies and provides complex wound care. A Lafayette native, Dr. Kimbrough earned his medical degree and completed his surgical residency at LSU Health New Orleans.

Gabrielle Prezkop, MD, is a colon and rectal surgeon with Ochsner Lafayette General - Burdin Riehl, 1211 Coolidge Blvd, Ste. 301 in Lafayette.  She specializes in minimally invasive robotic colon and rectal surgery, and anorectal surgery. She treats conditions including colon and rectal cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Dr. Prezkop earned her medical degree from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and completed a general surgery residency at LSU Health New Orleans. She completed a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Tampa General Hospital. Dr. Prezkop is certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.  

Olivia Scofield, MD, is an anesthesiologist at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, 1214 Coolidge St. in Lafayette. She earned her medical degree from LSU Health Shreveport and completed her anesthesiology residency serving as chief resident at Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans in 2026. Dr. Scofield is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists. She joined Ochsner as a resident physician in 2022 and has continued her career within the Ochsner Health system.  

These new physicians strengthen Ochsner Lafayette General’s ability to provide comprehensive specialty care close to home, helping patients across Acadiana access the expertise they need.

To schedule an appointment with an Ochsner physician, visit Ochsner’s physician directory or call the provider’s office directly.

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About Ochsner Lafayette General    
Ochsner Lafayette General has more than 5,500 employees and serves 220,000 patients per year. The organization includes Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center (Ochsner LGMC); Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital; Ochsner Lafayette General Surgical Hospital; Ochsner St. Martin Hospital; Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics (Ochsner UHC); Ochsner Acadia General Hospital; Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital; Ochsner