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Meet Ochsner LSU Health’s New OB-GYNs: Expanding Women’s Care in the Region

Oct. 21, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health has expanded its women’s care team in Shreveport-Bossier with the addition of two new OB-GYNs, Dr. Kristina Gambino Annaloro and Dr. Andrea Colom-Diaz. Both physicians will provide compassionate, high-quality care at the Women’s Health Center on the St. Mary Medical Center campus and serve as assistant professors at LSU Health Shreveport.

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Ochsner launches Genetic Wellness Assessment to identify cancer risks early

Oct. 20, 2025

The Genetic Wellness Assessment allows individuals to determine whether they may have a higher genetic risk of developing cancer by answering a few simple questions that evaluate individual risk factors. 

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St. Bernard Parish Hospital names Kim Ellender as new CEO

Oct. 14, 2025

St. Bernard Parish Hospital has appointed Kim Ellender, a seasoned healthcare leader with over 20 years of experience and a history of driving growth and innovation at Ochsner Health, as its new CEO to lead the hospital into its next phase of excellence in community-focused care.

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Ochsner Children’s invites community to benefit bike ride and celebration

Oct. 13, 2025

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.

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Meet the New Providers at Ochsner Lafayette General

Oct. 13, 2025

Ochsner Lafayette General proudly welcomes eight new providers specializing in a wide range of fields, including gynecologic oncology, rheumatology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, bariatric surgery, physical medicine, and surgical oncology. These highly trained experts bring advanced skills and compassionate care to the Acadiana region, ensuring patients receive top-tier, personalized treatment.

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Travelers Aid Society of Greater New Orleans hosts World Homeless Day Event featuring Ochsner Health Screenings

Oct. 9, 2025

TASGNO and Ochsner Health are joining forces for a World Homeless Day event, providing health screenings at no cost, resources, and support to address homelessness and promote community well-being.

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Ochsner LSU Health Monroe to host Wave of Light event recognizing pregnancy, infant and child loss

Oct. 9, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health will host its third annual Wave of Light remembrance event on Wednesday, Oct. 15, to honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This free event, featuring a program at 6 p.m. and a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m., offers support and resources to families grieving the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.

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Ochsner LSU Health to host third annual Wave of Light event recognizing pregnancy, infant and child loss

Oct. 9, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health will host its third annual Wave of Light remembrance event on Wednesday, Oct. 15, to honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This free event, featuring a program at 6 p.m. and a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m., offers support and resources to families grieving the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.

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Ochsner Health launches Genetic Wellness Assessment to identify cancer risks early

Oct. 9, 2025

The Genetic Wellness Assessment allows individuals to determine whether they may have a higher genetic risk of developing cancer by answering a few simple questions that evaluate individual risk factors. Those identified as having a high risk, or anyone interested in further evaluation, can schedule an appointment to discuss genetic testing. The results of genetic testing are used by healthcare providers to offer personalized recommendations for cancer screening, prevention and further evaluation for patients and family members.

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