Ochsner In the News
State’s teachers getting free mental health virtual visits under Ochsner partnership
Baton Rouge Business Report | May 4, 2021
According to an LDOE announcement, more than 166,000 public school educators and support staff statewide will have now access to free mental health virtual visits through Ochsner Anywhere Care—a telehealth platform in which patients can connect with a licensed mental/behavioral health provider via a secure video visit from their smartphone, tablet or computer.
Ochsner Health to open 2 plants making PPE in Louisiana
Beckers Hospital Review | May 4, 2021
Ochsner partnered with contractor Trax Development to create SafeSource Direct, which will manufacture, warehouse and distribute PPE for healthcare and other industries nationwide.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Beckers Hospital ReviewOchsner hosts Facebook live discussion on COVID-19 vaccine for special needs community
WAFB | Apr 29, 2021
For those in the special needs and disability community seeking more information on the COVID-19 vaccine, health leaders will be live on Facebook Thursday, April 29 to answer any questions you may have.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WAFBOchsner Health CEO Warner Thomas shows us what to expect from VAX Fest 2.0
WWL | Apr 28, 2021
Ochsner Health CEO Warner Thomas shows us what to expect from VAX Fest 2.0 and more. Volume 90% Ochsner Health CEO Warner Thomas shows us what to expect from VAX Fest 2.0 and more.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WWLOchsner LSU Health-Monroe Medical Center to host hiring event at The Hub Music Hall
MyArkLaMiss | Apr 26, 2021
According to an Ochsner press release, their “Spring into a new career” event is offering on the spot interviews with hiring leaders for allied health and nursing career opportunities, information about Ochsner LSU Health’s benefit plans, career opportunities and team culture.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON MyArkLaMissOchsner offers COVID shots at New Orleans Pelicans game
WDSU | Apr 24, 2021
"We are trying to make it as convenient as possible," Ochsner physician Dr. Kathy Baumgarten said at the vaccination site. "That's why we're coming to these sorts of places."
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WDSUOchsner St. Martin completes $18 million expansion project, doubling size of facility
KLFY | Apr 22, 2021
Ochsner St. Martin Hospital announced that it has completed an $18 million, 30,000 sq. ft. expansion that more than doubles the previous size of the hospital. Ochsner St. Martin Hospital, formerly known as Gary Memorial, celebrated its 50th birthday in 2019, and while it has undergone many renovations over the years, officials say this is the largest.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON KLFYOchsner Health and Podium Partner to Modernize Patient Experience
Invision | Apr 22, 2021
Ochsner Health will leverage Podium’s secure mobile message platform across Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Gulf South to increase convenience leveraging modern channels.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON InvisionAutism clinic opens at Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development
New Orleans City Business | Apr 20, 2021
Ochsner Hospital for Children has opened a multi-disciplinary autism clinic at the Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development. The clinic is designed to assess children ages two through four years old for suspected Autism spectrum disorder.
Oschner Lafayette Healthcare Innovation Fund Invests in ThinkGenetic Vision for Genetic Disease Identification in Local Patients
Digital Journal | Apr 20, 2021
ThinkGenetic, Inc. (thinkgenetic.com) announces the official acceptance of a $500,000 investment from the Ochsner Lafayette General Healthcare Innovation Fund. The Healthcare Innovation Fund II (HIF II) is a corporate venture fund that supports emerging companies driving transformation and innovation in health care