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Building on the long-standing Eat Fit initiative, the health system is increasing the visibility and availability of Eat Fit menu items while offering qualifying options at up to 50% off standard retail pricing.
Read MoreThe Ochsner Collaboratory establishes the Gulf South’s first statewide platform for non-invasive brain health innovation, combining Cognito’s investigational Spectris technology platform with Ochsner’s expansive clinical network to explore new models for brain health care delivery across both urban and rural communities throughout the region.
Read MoreOchsner Rush Health welcomes Brandi Hansford, MSN, CPNP-PC, to Ochsner Children’s Health Center in Meridian, where she provides expert pediatric care, including wellness exams, sick visits, and chronic condition management. Board-certified in pediatric primary care, Hansford emphasizes preventive health and family-centered care to support children’s long-term wellness.
Read MoreThis marks the fourteenth consecutive year that the UQ-Ochsner MD Program’s match rate has been 90% or above. Overall, more than 66% of the medical school’s graduates matched with their top three choices for residency, with 46% of our medical students placing with their first choice.
Read MoreOchsner St. Martin Hospital has opened Ochsner Health Center – Breaux Bridge, a 6,200-square-foot specialty clinic dedicated to Burton Dupuis, president of Hospital Service District #2. The clinic expands healthcare access in Breaux Bridge and St. Martin Parish, offering orthopedics, general surgery and advanced diagnostic services, with plans for future specialty expansion. This project, supported by Hospital Service District #2 and Ochsner Lafayette General, underscores Ochsner's commitment to providing exceptional, community-focused care.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health has announced a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour, effective May 31, 2026, as part of its ongoing commitment to the financial well-being of its workforce. This initiative builds on years of investment in compensation, benefits, and resources, reinforcing the organization's dedication to supporting its team members and delivering exceptional care to North Louisiana communities.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health – St. Mary Medical Center is hosting a free community health fair on Saturday, March 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, offering biometric screenings, lung cancer screenings for eligible individuals, and health education resources. The family-friendly event also features a kids’ zone with STEM activities, emphasizing wellness and community engagement.
Read MoreOchsner Rush Health has integrated mental health services into its primary care clinics, offering patients comprehensive behavioral health support in the same convenient locations as their primary care providers. This initiative underscores the organization's commitment to whole-person care, making expert mental health treatment more accessible and seamless for patients of all ages.
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