New CEO of Ochsner River Region Appointed

It's a record: Metairie man honored for donating 50 gallons of blood

Nola.com | Jan 12, 2023

He's been giving blood in one form or another for decades, and now, he's getting special recognition. Adams recently was honored as the Blood Center's first "golden" donor, having given a whopping 50 gallons of blood.

Ochsner Emphasizes Importance of AED and CPR Training

Biz New Orleans | Jan 9, 2023

While Mr. Hamlin benefitted from the world-class medical care provided by the Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals and National Football League, that kind of quick, life-saving action should be available to anyone, anywhere. And with Project ADAM, it can be.

Project ADAM is a nationwide initiative that has saved the lives of more than 200 children, adolescents and adults who went into sudden cardiac arrest.

Ochsner NICU babies need your help

BR Proud | Jan 8, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends breastfeeding infants for the first six months of age. It cites health benefits for both mother and child as well as a heightened bond between the two.

Ochsner's supplier made 1.5M shoe covers 1 month ahead of schedule

Becker's Hospital Review | Jan 6, 2023

New Orleans-based Ochsner Health's supply company, SafeSource Direct, manufactured 1.5 million shoe covers for an HHS agency one month ahead of schedule.

In its first shipment, the supplier fulfilled 30 percent more of the Indian Health Service's order, or a total of 1.25 million shoe covers, than was required, according to a Jan. 5 news release from SafeSource Direct.

Ochsner Baton Rouge Welcomes New Medical Staff Members

Healthcare Journal Baton Rouge | Jan 4, 2023

Ochsner Baton Rouge recently welcomed new medical staff members.

Ochsner collecting breast milk for babies

WAFB | Jan 4, 2023

Women who are actively breastfeeding are eligible to be screened here through this hospital.

Awards and Honors: Ochsner, LCMC, Entergy, Delgado and More

Biz New Orleans | Jan 3, 2023

Ochsner Medical Center-New Orleans, inclusive of Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank Campus and Ochsner Baptist, is the highest-rated maternity hospital in Louisiana, according to Best Hospital for Maternity ratings released in December by U.S. News & World Report. Ochsner Medical Center earned the “High Performing in Maternity Care” rating – the highest rating U.S. News & World Report awards for maternity care.

Ochsner Lafayette's first baby of the year made his appearance a week late; mom doesn't mind

The Advocate | Jan 1, 2023

A baby boy, Kyler, rang in the new year at 12:11 a.m., at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, the largest birthing facility in the region, according to a statement from the hospital. Weighing 6 pounds, 5 ounces and measuring 19 inches long, Kyler is the fourth child to parents Kentyra Richard and Kevin Joseph.