Ochsner In the News
How Ochsner Health created culture to support physician well-being
American Medical Assoication | Aug 9, 2022
Dr. Girgrah, who is also the medical director of the Liver Transplant Program at Ochsner, shared his story during “Creating a Culture that Supports Well-Being,” (Apple Podcasts | Spotify), an AMA STEPS Forward® podcast.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON American Medical AssoicationOchsner’s Healthy State 2030 uses community-first approach to improve life for Louisianans
Nola.com | Aug 7, 2022
The main goal of Ochsner’s Healthy State 2030 initiative is to see Louisiana move into the top 40 in the nation in America’s Health Rankings, where it has consistently placed at the very bottom. To achieve this goal, the health system has launched its own efforts and is partnering with business leaders, educational institutions, community members and others by creating a Healthy State advisory board.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Nola.comJeffrey Fernandez Named New Ochsner Health Plan CEO
Biz New Orleans | Aug 5, 2022
Prior to joining Ochsner in August 2021, he served as SVP of Humana’s Medicare West segment, responsible for Medicare Advantage operations in 17 states (including Louisiana) and more than 1 million members. His responsibilities also included leading the company’s nationwide MarketPoint sales organization, where he was responsible for external, career and telesales distribution for Humana’s Medicare Advantage products.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Biz New OrleansOchsner announces upcoming blood drives in the Greater New Orleans area
WWL-TV | Aug 3, 2022
Blood donations go directly to Ochsner's blood bank, which supports over 70 percent of Ochsner’s blood needs for patients at Ochsner hospitals. In addition, Ochsner Blood Bank participates in blood-resource sharing with other local community hospitals.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WWL-TVUrban League’s Big Health Event to address family and community well-being
WGNO | Aug 2, 2022
The Urban League of Louisiana is partnering with Ochsner Health, aiming to address the disparities with what they’re calling “The Big Health Event.”
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WGNOOchsner HR exec: Creating gender parity in leadership crucial to tackling workforce challenges
Becker's Hospital Review | Aug 2, 2022
Becker's Hospital Review caught up with Ms. Schiro to discuss barriers women often face when advancing to senior leadership roles, what her organization is doing to close the gender gap, and why closing that gap is crucial for the future of healthcare.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Becker's Hospital ReviewSt. Bernard Parish Hospital has new CEO
New Orleans City Business | Aug 2, 2022
Fast has served on the hospital’s executive team as associate administrator since 2018. She has 17 years of experience in health care and has worked at Ochsner Health since 2010, where she assisted in its partnership with SBPH and Ochsner Medical Center – Hancock. As assistant vice president of clinic operations for Ochsner – Northshore and the Mississippi Gulf Coast region, she supported system operations in Slidell, Pearl River, Chalmette, Covington, Bay St. Louis and Diamondhead, Mississippi.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON New Orleans City BusinessOCHSNER RUSH HEALTH MERGER NOW OFFICIAL
Health Leaders Media | Aug 2, 2022
Rush Health Systems has officially merged with Ochsner Health, becoming Ochsner Rush Health. The Monday announcement is a conclusion of the process that began with a letter of intent to merge in June 2021. The health provider said work has already begun to expand access to patients in East Mississippi and West Alabama.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Health Leaders MediaThe Most Amazing Inexpensive Hotel in New Orleans- But It's Hidden
KPEL | Aug 1, 2022
Inside Ochsner Medical Center located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70121 is a beautiful, elegant hotel called the Brent House Hotel. It is so hidden inside Ochsner Medical Center, after being asked, many of the employees working in the same building said they never knew there was a hotel on the property and others mentioned that they had seen a few signs for the Brent House Hotel but didn't know anything else about it. As far as the locals, after a quick survey of customers at a popular eatery across the street from the hotel, 100% of them had no knowledge of the Brent House Hotel (and they were literally sitting at a diner across the street from it).
How Ochsner improved its scheduling and provided satisfaction with PerfectServe's Lightning Bolt solution
Becker's Hospital Review | Aug 1, 2022
Lack of work-life balance, unpredictable schedules and being understaffed are key drivers of provider dissatisfaction and burnout, all of which were exacerbated during the pandemic. By revamping its scheduling system, New Orleans-headquartered Ochsner Health has improved its anesthesia management program, resulting in increased provider satisfaction and better patient care.
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