Progressive Children’s Clinic to join Ochsner LSU Health in 2026

SHREVEPORT, La. – Ochsner LSU Health and Progressive Children’s Clinic are pleased to announce the pediatric practice will be joining the health system as Ochsner LSU Health – Progressive Pediatrics. This partnership reinforces a shared commitment to delivering high-quality care while expanding access to specialty care for children in our community.   

The providers and staff of Progressive Children’s Clinic will continue to serve patients at their current location, ensuring continuity of care for families. By integrating with Ochsner LSU Health, the clinic will gain enhanced access to a broad network of pediatric specialties and advanced medical care, including those at the neighboring Ochsner LSU Health – St. Mary Medical Center. 

"This partnership represents a vital evolution for our practice, allowing us to build upon our foundation of patient-centered care," said Dr. Amanda Kampert, pediatrician at Progressive Children's Clinic. "Joining Ochsner LSU Health will expand the access and resources available to our patients, connecting them to a wider range of pediatric specialties and advanced diagnostics. We are confident this move will strengthen our ability to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care our families deserve for years to come." 

The integration aligns with Ochsner LSU Health's enduring mission to improve the health and wellbeing of communities across North Louisiana through clinical excellence, innovation and community partnership. By welcoming Progressive Children's Clinic into its network, Ochsner LSU Health continues its dedicated effort to ensure that exceptional pediatric care is accessible to all families in the region. 

"We are excited to have this esteemed group join Ochsner LSU Health," said David Callecod, CEO of Ochsner LSU Health. "This collaboration is a testament to our commitment to improve access to pediatric care and specialties for people in our community. By uniting our strengths, we are positioned to meet the evolving healthcare needs of children and families throughout North Louisiana." 

Progressive Children’s Clinic will officially transition to Ochsner LSU Health – Progressive Pediatrics in January 2026. To learn more about pediatric services at Ochsner LSU Health, visit ochsnerlsuhs.org/pediatrics. 

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ABOUT OCHSNER LSU HEALTH  

The Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana (Ochsner LSU Health) is a partnership between Ochsner Health, the largest health system in the state of Louisiana, and LSU Health Shreveport, which includes the Schools of Medicine, Allied Health Professions and Graduate Studies and a robust research enterprise. Ochsner LSU Health provides healthcare to more than 165,000 patients across North Louisiana. With numerous convenient locations, Ochsner LSU Health includes multiple outpatient facilities, clinics, three acute care hospitals — including North Louisiana’s only Level I Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center at its acute care hospital and a newly renovated hospital with women's and children's services in Shreveport, La. and an acute care hospital in Monroe, La designated as a Level III Trauma