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Ochsner Lafayette General is hosting a no-cost stroke screening event on Saturday, May 2, 7:30-11:30 a.m., at their Burdin Riehl location for adults aged 45-85 with risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure or smoking history.
Read MoreOchsner Lafayette General is opening a new offsite emergency center in Broussard, Louisiana, at 8000 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, with construction underway and an expected opening in summer 2027. The 14,000-square-foot facility will feature eight exam bays, imaging services and lab services, enhancing emergency care access for Lafayette Parish and surrounding communities.
Read MoreOchsner Health announced that more than 4,900 patients have registered as organ, eye and tissue donors through MyChart since the health system added the feature last August.
Read MoreThe building was temporarily closed in March for repairs.
Read MoreIn addition to being ranked among the Top Workplaces for the sixth consecutive year, Ochsner has been recognized for its outstanding workplace culture, earning a spot on numerous Culture Excellence lists by Top Workplaces in several key areas including being among the best for frontline workers.
Read MoreOchsner Baton Rouge welcomes several new physicians and advanced practice providers who are now accepting new patients.
Read MoreThis Donate Life Month, Ochsner honors Erin D, a remarkable living donor whose generosity has given two people a second chance at life.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health and Southern University Shreveport have partnered to launch a monthly mobile dental clinic, providing free dental services to the community on the first Thursday of every month. The clinic offers cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and consultations to individuals of all ages, aiming to enhance access to essential dental care in Shreveport.
Read MoreOn Saturday, March 28, 2026, The Lipsey Family Foundation hosted Fais Do Donate, a community fundraiser for the Ochsner Transplant Institute, at the Live Oak Arabian Arena in Baton Rouge.
Read MoreThis remarkable story highlights a pioneering cardiac procedure performed at Ochsner Children’s that saved the life of a premature twin, showcasing the exceptional expertise and innovation of the medical team.
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