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Ochsner LSU Health clinics will be closed from Saturday, Jan. 24, through Monday, Jan. 26, due to anticipated winter weather, but both hospital locations and emergency departments will remain open. Virtual urgent care appointments are available during regular hours, and patients can call 318-626-0037 or visit ochsnerlsuhs.org/status for updates.
Read MoreThe ALS Center was established in November 2015 with a clear mission to offer comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with ALS and to support their families. This commitment to holistic care earned the center its designation as a Certified Treatment Center of Excellence by the ALS Association in 2018.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s congenital heart program has once again achieved surgical results that rank among the best nationally, according to the most recent data analysis from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS).
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health and the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana are hosting a free Lunch & Learn panel discussion on GLP-1 medications on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the Lash Family YMCA in Shreveport. Attendees will gain expert insights on these treatments, including how they work, potential side effects, and their role in a comprehensive health plan.
Read MoreHistotripsy is a non-invasive treatment, approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2023, that uses ultrasound energy to destroy liver tumors in a single outpatient procedure. This includes primary liver tumors originating in the liver, or metastasized tumors resulting from another cancer spreading to the liver. Histotripsy is a new option for patients with liver tumors who may not be a candidate for surgery or other traditional therapies.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health has welcomed three new physicians to its Monroe team, enhancing access to primary care, sports medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology. These specialists will also contribute to medical education as faculty members at LSU Health Shreveport.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health has expanded its team with the addition of four new physicians, enhancing access to specialized care in the Shreveport-Bossier area. These physicians, who bring expertise in radiology, neonatology, internal medicine, and vascular neurology, will also serve as faculty members at LSU Health Shreveport.
Read MoreThe University of Queensland Medical School – Ochsner Health (UQ-Ochsner MD) honored its doctors-in-training on Saturday, Jan. 10 at its 16th annual White Coat Ceremony, a rite of passage for medical students held to emphasize the importance of compassionate patient care from the start of medical training.
Read MoreDr. Riddell brings 28 years of experience within the Ochsner group practice to his new position. He began his career with the health system as a family medicine resident in 1997. A Louisiana native, Dr. Riddell has spent decades caring for families across St. Tammany Parish, experience that has given him a clear understanding of the unique needs of the people and communities Ochsner serves.
Read MoreEntitled “Real-world data and clinical experience from over 100,000 multi-cancer early detection tests,” the study was recently published in Nature Communications.
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