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Progressive Pediatrics Joins Ochsner LSU Health System to Expand Pediatric Care in North Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. – Ochsner LSU Health and Progressive Children’s Clinic are excited to announce that the pediatric practice has officially joined the health system as Ochsner LSU Health – Progressive Pediatrics. This partnership marks a significant step forward in delivering comprehensive, convenient pediatric care to families across North Louisiana.
The providers and staff of Progressive Children’s Clinic, established in 2012, will continue to serve patients at their current location on Fairfield Avenue in Shreveport. By integrating with Ochsner LSU Health, the clinic will gain access to an extensive network of pediatric specialties and advanced medical resources, including those available at the nearby Ochsner LSU Health – St. Mary Medical Center.
“This transition 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 expands 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 strengthens our ability to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care our families deserve for years to come.”
The transition aligns with Ochsner LSU Health’s mission to improve the health and well-being of communities across North Louisiana through clinical excellence, innovation, and community partnership. By welcoming Progressive Children’s Clinic, Ochsner LSU Health continues its commitment to ensuring 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 improving 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.”
Families can expect the same trusted providers and convenient location, with the added benefit of expanded services and resources.
Meet the Providers at Ochsner LSU Health – Progressive Pediatrics:
Amanda Kampert, MD,Pediatrician
Derek R. Harris, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Ashley Viviano, MSN, APRN, CPNP-PC, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
For more information about pediatric services at Ochsner LSU Health, visit ochsnerlsuhs.org/pediatrics.
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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 Center — as well as Louisiana Behavioral Health, providing inpatient and intensive outpatient mental health services in partnership with Oceans Healthcare. The system has more than 4,200 employees that work alongside the Ochsner LSU Health Physician Group of 950 physicians and residents in more than 65 specialties and subspecialties.
