News Releases

Ochsner hospitals recognized by Newsweek and Statista as America's Best Maternity Hospitals 2026

Three Ochsner Health hospitals have been named to the prestigious America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2026 list by Newsweek and Statista. Recognized for clinical excellence, positive patient experiences, and innovative maternal care, the honors spotlight Ochsner Medical Center (New Orleans), Ochsner Medical Center (Baton Rouge), and Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center as premier destinations for high-quality maternity and newborn care across the Gulf South.

Ochsner Children’s cardiologist named one of several principal investigators in $15 million initiative to treat heart valve disease

In collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s, Dr. Sable and Ochsner helped lead the development of the Strategic Hub for Interventions to Promote Early Detection and Lifelong Protection from Advanced Rheumatic Heart Disease (SHIELD) Center. 

Ochsner Rush Medical Center receives an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group

Ochsner Rush Medical Center in Meridian, Mississippi, earned an A Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for the first time, placing it among the safest hospitals in the nation and making it the only hospital in east central Mississippi to currently hold the rating. The recognition reflects Ochsner Rush’s strong commitment to patient safety, quality care, and reducing preventable harm for the communities it serves.

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital recognized among nation’s top performers for patient satisfaction

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital has been recognized as a 2026 Best Practice Recipient for Patient Satisfaction, placing it among the nation’s top 20 critical access hospitals for excellence in patient experience. The honor, awarded by The Chartis Center for Rural Health and the National Rural Health Association, reflects strong performance across all patient satisfaction measures.

Ochsner Health hospitals earn ‘As’ for patient safety

Several Ochsner Health hospitals across the Gulf South earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit organization focused on patient safety.

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital breaks ground on new medical office building to expand care in Kaplan

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital has broken ground on a new 16,500-square-foot medical office building in Kaplan, Louisiana, set to open in summer 2027 and expand access to high-quality care close to home.

LSU Health Shreveport and Ochsner LSU Health partnership generates $3.7 billion economic impact in Louisiana

LSU Health Shreveport and Ochsner LSU Health announced a $3.7 billion economic impact on Louisiana in fiscal year 2025, with 97% of the benefits concentrated in North Louisiana. Their partnership drives local job creation, healthcare innovation, and medical education, while alumni contributions and infrastructure investments further strengthen the region's economy and healthcare system.

Louisiana Department of Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein visits Ochsner Health Center – Bertrand in Lafayette on his statewide tour

Louisiana Department of Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein visited Ochsner Health Center – Bertrand in Lafayette as part of his statewide tour, meeting with healthcare leaders and officials to discuss graduate medical education and expanded services for vulnerable families.

Ochsner welcomes general surgeon Justin Rudd, MD, to its Lake Charles staff

Ochsner promotes healthy eating with discounted Eat Fit choices at its facilities in Acadiana

Ochsner Lafayette General is making healthy eating more accessible by offering discounted Eat Fit menu items at its Acadiana hospitals and clinics. The Eat Fit program will also be available for the first time at Festival International de Louisiane.