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From life support to full recovery: Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center patient’s story highlights power of trauma care

May 21, 2025

This year, on National Trauma Survivors Day, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center (OLGMC) is spotlighting one remarkable survivor whose journey embodies courage, faith and the expert trauma care that helped her survive.

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Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center first in the region to offer new procedure providing better detection and treatment for lung cancer

March 27, 2025

As the first hospital in the area to offer this minimally invasive solution, Ochsner Lafayette General is leading the way in improving lung cancer diagnosis and patient care.

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Ochsner Health marks 50,000 robot-assisted surgeries

Feb. 27, 2025

50,000 minimally invasive robot-assisted surgeries have been performed across the Ochsner Health system, reflecting Ochsner’s dedication to innovation and providing patients with the most advanced healthcare options.

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New Ochsner St. Mary urologist accepting new patients

Aug. 6, 2024

Dr. Michael Saltzman treats patients for a variety of conditions, including kidney stones and infections, vasectomies, bladder control and erectile dysfunction, as well as cancers of the bladder, kidney and prostate.

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Ochsner Medical Center Ranked No. 1 in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report

July 16, 2024

For the 13th consecutive year, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans (OMC), inclusive of Ochsner Medical Center- West Bank and Ochsner Baptist, has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals, ranking as the Best Hospital in Louisiana and the No. 1 hospital in the New Orleans metro area. Additional Ochsner hospitals and facilities received accolades from U.S. News & World Report, as part of the annual review.

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Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge performs robotic-assisted lung biopsy

July 1, 2024

The Ion robot advancements are critical for treating lung cancer, since early detection is key to achieving the best outcome. Every six weeks of delayed treatment lowers a lung cancer patient’s five-year survival rate by 14%.

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Ochsner welcomes latest da Vinci robotic surgical system

June 10, 2024

The da Vinci 5’s biggest innovation is enabling the surgeon’s hands to feel the same amount of pressure used by the robotic instruments.

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New Ochsner St. Mary urologist accepting new patients

May 16, 2024

Dr. Michael Saltzman treats patients for a variety of conditions, including kidney stones and infections, vasectomies, bladder control and erectile dysfunction, as well as cancers of the bladder, kidney and prostate.

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Ochsner Health Hospitals Accredited as Surgical Review Corporation Centers of Excellence

Feb. 20, 2024

This accreditation recognizes Ochsner Health’s commitment to a high standard of quality patient care delivery and safety.

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Ochsner MD Anderson first in Louisiana to use CAR T cell therapy to treat cancer in adults

Sept. 12, 2023

A New Orleans patient received CAR T cell therapy in June, with a complete response and no evidence of cancer in late July, putting them in full remission.

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