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President and CEO Warner Thomas said the Ochsner system is currently treating 890 coronavirus patients statewide, a 73% increase this week. Thomas said the influx of coronavirus patients is having an impact on every aspect of the health system, including people needing care for non-covid illnesses and injuries.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON https://www.wdsu.com/article/ochsner-average-age-for-admitted-covid-19-pediatric-patients-is-5-years-old/37232706#Epidemiologists and hospital executives with Ochsner Health System painted a grim picture of the fight against COVID during a Zoom call with reporters Thursday, as the fourth wave of the coronavirus continues to rampage through Louisiana.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WWL-TVThe Ochsner Health System’s recent acquisitions in the Baton Rouge market, including Louisiana Women’s Healthcare, Associates in Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine and the employment of popular pediatrician Dr. Shelley Martin, sent shock waves through the local health care community.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Baton Rouge Business ReportFor patients that receive treatment with this technology, more than 90% of the aneurysm will disappear within six months after treatment.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Biz MagThe giveaway will be held Thursday, Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CE Byrd High School in the parking lot at the corner of Kings Highway and Line Avenue. Backpacks and school supplies will be given for free to school age children while supplies last. At least one child must be present to get supplies.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON KSLAAccording to the Louisiana High School Athletic Association, “Ochsner will be the title sponsor for all 21 of LHSAA’s annual championship events, provide healthcare training and education for LHSAA member programs, and develop curriculum support for student athletes interested in pursuing careers in healthcare and sports medicine.”
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WGNOThe program will provide 200 scholarships to students across the state. Dedicated to growing the pipeline of nursing and allied health professionals in Louisiana, this scholarship program is a key component of Ochsner’s 10-year vision to transform Louisiana into a healthier state by 2030.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Biz New OrleansGlen worked as a med tech for 42 years, with 15 of those years being with Ochsner. Glen and Michael worked alongside each other at St. Charles Parish Hospital for four years.
Monday marked one year since Ochsner St. Mary staff members became employees of Ochsner Health. Since then, the hospital said in a press release, Ochsner has been working hard to improve the quality of life for Ochsner St. Mary employees and the patients they serve.
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