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Joy and Boysie Bollinger donate $2 million to Ochsner Health in recognition of neurosurgeon, Dr. James Kalyvas

Sept. 30, 2024

This donation will play a significant role in advancing the work of the Ochsner Neuroscience Institute and will have a lasting impact for patients across our region. The Complex Spine Center will be named by Joy and Boysie Bollinger in tribute to Dr. Kalyvas in the new Debra H. and Robert J. Patrick Neuroscience Center.  A portion of the donation will also establish the Dr. James Kalyvas Fund for Complex Spine Innovation. This fund will fuel groundbreaking research, propel innovative treatments, and foster advancements in spine care.

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Ochsner Health recognized for innovation with HIMSS Davies Award

Sept. 26, 2024

This prestigious validation recognizes the innovative use of technology to drive better patient care across all 46 hospitals and 390 clinics within the Ochsner system throughout the Gulf Coast region.

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Ochsner Health environmental services technician earns national recognition

Sept. 24, 2024

Cintas’ annual CAPE Awards honor environmental services technicians on the frontlines of keeping hospitals and healthcare facilities clean and safe for employees, patients, residents and visitors.

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Beth Walker named CEO of Ochsner Medical Center-New Orleans

Sept. 23, 2024

Beth Walker has been named the Chief Executive Officer of Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans, located at 1514 Jefferson Highway in New Orleans. She assumes duties for her new role on Sept. 23, 2024.

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Win Tickets to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour by Supporting the Ochsner Cancer Institute

Sept. 19, 2024

Raffle tickets are available for $100 each for a chance to win two 300-level suite tickets offering a "Gorgeous" view of the show. All proceeds from the raffle support vital cancer research and patient care.

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Ochsner Health Named to 2024 Best Workplaces in Health Care List by Fortune Media and Great Place To Work

Sept. 17, 2024

Ochsner is included in the large company category and honored as one of the best companies to work for in the country. The Best Workplaces in Health Care award is based on an analysis of survey responses from over 185,000 employees at Great Place To Work Certified™ companies in the healthcare industry.

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Ochsner welcomes new orthopedic hand surgeon to Baton Rouge

Sept. 16, 2024

Dr. Ty Garon specializes in treating arthritis, cysts, tumors, ligament injuries, overuse conditions, fractures, trigger finger, carpal tunnel syndrome and De Quervain's disease, among other conditions.

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Ochsner Digital Medicine elevates program with a focus on total cardiometabolic health

Sept. 4, 2024

With the addition of weight management, Digital Medicine is meeting members across the entire cardiometabolic health spectrum for more personalized care.

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