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VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON American Medical AssociationOchsner started working to improve ED flow in the last quarter of 2024, and the system has been put to the test during the high flu season. However, it has cut diversion hours by 90% across the system and also reduced ED patient referrals from its on-call triage system. Dr. Hart credited the success to taking a holistic view of patient flow.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Becker's Hospital ReviewAs the guardians of clinical excellence, chief medical officers stand at the intersection of medicine and management, wielding influence that shapes the quality of care delivered across their health care organizations. From bustling corridors of community hospitals to the specialized wings of academic medical centers, CMOs are key in advancing patient safety, upholding rigorous quality standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON American Medical AssociationWith the buzz building ahead of Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on Feb. 9, 2025, the spotlight is not just on the NFL teams or halftime performers—it's also on the heroes off the field.
As the Super Bowl approaches, the Ochsner Health team is not standing on the sidelines. The physicians and other health professionals at Ochsner Health—the Official Medical Provider for the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee—have stepped into the huddle, crafting a game plan to keep fans, players and visitors safe and healthy.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON American Medical AssociationResearchers at New Orleans-based Ochsner Health have developed a 93% accurate model to predict functional independence in stroke patients, according to a study published Jan. 17 in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Becker's Hospital ReviewOchsner Health is celebrating the grand opening of the Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute at the Elite Training Complex in Baton Rouge. Here’s a look inside at the most advanced orthopedic care in the Gulf South.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The AdvocateIn 2025, the healthcare industry stands at the forefront of transformation, shaped by evolving regulations, shifting payment models, and shifting patient priorities. At Ochsner Health, we understand that navigating these complexities demands more than just compliance—it requires a culture built on integrity, accountability, and excellence.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Becker's Hospital ReviewThe New Orleans Saints and Pelicans are extending their partnership with Ochsner Health, a key sponsor since 2005 for the Saints and 2012 for the Pelicans.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Becker's Hospital ReviewOchsner Health is using new tech and aligning stakeholders to deliver care in the setting that patients prefer—their own homes.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON American Medical AssociationOchsner Health Network, LLC (OHN), the region’s largest physician-led clinically integrated network, is pleased to report its 2023 – 2024 impact resulting from care delivered to over a half million patients living throughout the Gulf South.
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