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For the 15th consecutive year, Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans has been named the No. 1 hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report for 2026–2027, earning national rankings in obstetrics and gynecology and pulmonary care along with high performing honors across multiple specialties and procedures.
Read MoreGet with the Guidelines puts the expertise of American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest science-backed recommendations. Participating hospitals qualify for these awards by demonstrating a sustained commitment to improving the quality of cardiovascular care and stroke care.
Read MoreOchsner Children's is expanding its pediatric heart program with new surgeons, cardiologists and critical care physicians — building one of the Gulf South's most comprehensive pediatric heart centers.
Read MoreIn 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.
Read MoreThis remarkable story highlights a pioneering cardiac procedure performed at Ochsner Children’s that saved the life of a premature twin, showcasing the exceptional expertise and innovation of the medical team.
Read MoreOchsner Health will host a women's heart screening event on Saturday, March 7, from 9 - 11 a.m. at Ochsner Health Center – Algiers, 3401 Behrman Place, New Orleans, LA 70114.
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 MoreIn recognition of its expertise in serving adults with congenital heart disease (CHD), the Ochsner Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program earned accreditation from the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA), a nationwide organization focused on connecting patients, family members, and healthcare providers to form a community of support and a network of experts with knowledge of CHD.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s is proud to announce that Terry D. King, MD, a senior pediatric cardiologist, has been named the 2025 Prince Mahidol Award Laureate in the Field of Medicine. This prestigious global honor recognizes Dr. King’s pioneering work in developing minimally invasive cardiac treatments, which has transformed the lives of patients with congenital heart defects worldwide.
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