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From swelling to varicose veins, Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains why patients should not ignore signs of chronic venous insufficiency.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON AMAA midwife is a licensed health care professional who specializes in caring for women throughout all stages of life, including pregnancy, birth and postpartum. In the Ochsner Medical Complex – O’Neal midwifery group, nine certified midwives support births from natural, low-intervention births to epidural-supported deliveries to water-based births in tubs.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneNationally, investment in health care AI has surged.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneAtrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is the most common type of arrhythmia, affecting at least 2.7 million people in the United States. This number is expected to grow to more than 12 million by 2030, which makes understanding the risks extremely important as A-fib can be life-threatening. Dr. Michael Bernard called A-fib a "silent threat" because symptoms can go unnoticed for months or years.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneThroughout her treatment, Disotell has remained a "positive light," said Dr. Shaunda Grisby, Disotell's breast surgical oncologist at Ochsner Lafayette General. It's why Grisby nominated Disotell to be the face of Ochsner's Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Acadiana AdvocateAt Ochsner Cancer Center of Acadiana, people diagnosed with blood cancers find more than the latest treatments — they also find a village of people ready to help them on their journey back to health. With a dedicated team of board-certified hematologists and oncologists, specialized nurses, genetic counselors, dietitians and support staff, the Center combines cutting-edge therapies with compassionate, community-focused care.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Acadiana AdvocateAdult cancer patients from New Orleans to Baton Rouge and across the Northshore now have access to one of the nation’s most advanced treatment networks thanks to an expanded collaboration between Ochsner Health and MD Anderson Cancer Center. A new location of Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center is now serving patients at Slidell Memorial Hospital’s (SMH) Slidell Regional Cancer Center.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneSt. Bernard Parish Hospital (SBPH) has named Kim Ellender as its new chief executive officer (CEO). With over two decades of healthcare experience and a proven track record of leadership within Ochsner Health, Ellender is poised to guide the hospital into its next chapter of continued growth and community service.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Biz New OrleansThe women belong to the Survivor Rowing Club, a team of breast cancer survivors who meet several times a week to row and workout. Of around 28 rowers, only one had ever rowed before. But they all know the lasting effects of breast-cancer treatment — the fatigue, scars and fear of recurrence. Out on the bayou, they’re trying to reclaim strength, community and the parts of themselves that felt buried by the cancer.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneOn October 10, which is known as World Mental Health Day, the message is about asking for help: “It’s OK to not be OK. Reach out. You’ll get better.” But for many of us, the real challenge is staying well once we’re already in treatment.
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