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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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Ochsner Children’s performs first robotic-assisted pediatric spine surgery in Louisiana

Aug. 18, 2025

Ochsner Children’s performed the first robotic-assisted pediatric spine deformity surgery in Louisiana and the Gulf South, showcasing leadership in innovative pediatric orthopedic care. 

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Addressing physician shortage, Ochsner Health welcomes Dr. Matthew George, second Ochsner Physician Scholar

Aug. 14, 2025

Dr. George joined Ochsner Health Center – Lapalco and Ochsner Health Center – Belle Chasse as an Ochsner family medicine physician, where he hopes to make a positive impact on local public health by lowering local rates of high obesity and chronic conditions, like diabetes. 

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Dr. Abushehab Joins Ochsner LSU Health as Neurosurgeon

Aug. 14, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health proudly welcomes Dr. Nimer Abushehab, a highly accomplished neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular diseases and skull base surgery. With over a decade of clinical experience and more than 170 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Abushehab brings cutting-edge expertise in treating conditions like brain aneurysms, AVMs, Moyamoya disease, and complex brain tumors.

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Ochsner announces Dr. Nneka Ifejika as Ferber Endowed Chair

Aug. 13, 2025

The endowment will support Dr. Ifejika’s research and work advancing novel approaches in stroke recovery, as well as her mentorship of faculty and residents. She will help advance research at Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans by focusing on recruitment and career development of physicians committed to funded research.

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New Dermatology & Facial Plastics Clinic Opens in Shreveport

Aug. 12, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health proudly announces the opening of its new Dermatology and Facial Plastics Clinic in Shreveport, LA, offering advanced skin and facial rejuvenation treatments. Located at 6841 Fern Avenue, the clinic features board-certified dermatologists and facial plastic surgeons specializing in personalized care, from non-invasive procedures like BOTOX® and microneedling to surgical options such as rhinoplasty and facelifts. 

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Dr. Shashank Cingam Joins Ochsner LSU to Advance Cancer Care

Aug. 7, 2025

Dr. Shashank Cingam, a triple board-certified expert in hematology and oncology, has joined Ochsner LSU Health as Clinical Director of BMT and Cellular Therapy. Specializing in cutting-edge stem cell transplants and cellular therapies, Dr. Cingam aims to expand access to advanced cancer treatments and clinical trials in North Louisiana. With extensive training from Stanford and a commitment to improving patient outcomes, he brings world-class expertise to Feist-Weiller Cancer Center.

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Ochsner Novant Health 65 Plus – Okatie welcomes Kenneth H. Tomczyk, DO

Aug. 6, 2025

Ochsner Novant Health 65 Plus – Okatie welcomes Kenneth H. Tomczyk, DO, a board-certified physician with 18 years of family medicine experience. Dr. Tomczyk comes to Okatie from Geisinger 65 Forward in Scranton, Pennsylvania. 

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Ochsner Health hospitals named Louisiana's best

July 29, 2025

Obstetrics and Gynecology rank nationally at No.13 in the United States -- an achievement led by the teams at Ochsner Baptist and Ochsner Medical Center – West Bank.

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The Big Health Event is Coming to Shreveport

July 28, 2025

Ochsner LSU Health and the Urban League of Louisiana have teamed up to announce the Big Health Event, a no-cost event prioritizing health and well-being for the entire family.

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