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Ochsner Health Is One of Four Top Health Systems To Share Novel Approaches to Improve Patient Engagement

March 5, 2019

Ochsner is one of four top health systems to share novel approaches to improve patient engagement in March issue of Health Affairs.

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St. Bernard Parish Hospital Welcomes Kim Zweifler, PhD

February 28, 2019

Dr. Zweifler's focus at St. Bernard will be counseling and therapy for anxiety, stress-related problems, depression, family and relationship issues, grief and loss and marital issues.

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Slidell Memorial Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center – North Shore Awarded “A” Safety Grade

February 28, 2019

This designation recognizes efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the United States.

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Mardi Gras Safety Tips

February 20, 2019

Just in time for the biggest krewes to show their stuff, here’s five safety tips from Ochsner Health System for avoiding some of the most common parade injuries.

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Ochsner Health Named a Walmart Center of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

February 14, 2019

Ochsner is the 12th healthcare organization in the nation and the 1st in Louisiana to be named a Walmart Center of Excellence for joint replacement surgery.

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Benson Cancer Center 5-Year Survival Rates in 4 Main Malignancies Surpass National Averages

February 14, 2019

As a nationally-recognized leader in clinical research and innovation, Ochsner’s ability to deliver coordinated care, comprehensive screening and cutting-edge therapies have contributed to an even bigger improvement for patients treated in Ochsner facilities.

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Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport to Boost Minimum Wage to $12.00 per hour

February 13, 2019

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport Board of Directors approve minimum wage increase for all employees.

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Xavier University and Ochsner Health Launch New Physician Assistant Program

February 8, 2019

The 28-month, full-time graduate program, which leads to a master’s degree in health sciences, is comprised of three semesters of classroom instruction followed by 16 months of clinical training within the Ochsner Health System.

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