Ochsner Health

Ochsner Health is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider based in the New Orleans metropolitan area of southeast Louisiana, United States. Established in 1942 by Dr. Alton Ochsner and his colleagues, the organization has grown to become the largest non-profit, academic healthcare system in Louisiana.

As of 2023, Ochsner Health operates 46 hospitals and over 370 health and urgent care centers across the Gulf South region. This includes locations in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.

Flagship Facility and Locations

The flagship facility, Ochsner Medical Center, has been ranked the number one hospital in Louisiana for the past decade. It is also among the largest hospitals in America.

In addition to its main campus in Jefferson, Louisiana, Ochsner Health has a significant presence in the Greater New Orleans area, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Monroe, Lafayette, and other locations across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.

Locations

• Jefferson, Louisiana (main campus)
• Greater New Orleans area
• Baton Rouge
• Shreveport
• Monroe
• Lafayette
• Additional locations across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama
• Specifically, New Orleans, LA, USA

Services and Specialties

Ochsner Health offers a comprehensive range of services, including primary care, urgent care, specialty care, and advanced medical treatments.

The organization specializes in heart and vascular care, cancer treatment, neuroscience, orthopedics, sports medicine, and women's health.

They are committed to research and education, serving as the largest academic medical center in Louisiana and training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Partnership and Education Initiatives

In 2023, Ochsner Health announced a partnership with Xavier University of Louisiana to establish the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine.

This collaboration aims to address healthcare inequities and improve diversity among healthcare professionals by creating a pipeline of future physicians.

The new medical school is expected to be the fifth historically Black medical school in the United States.

Challenges and Workforce

Despite facing challenges such as increased labor costs and the end of federal pandemic relief funding, Ochsner Health remains dedicated to providing high-quality care.

In May 2023, the organization announced plans to lay off 770 employees in Louisiana and Mississippi, emphasizing that no physicians would be affected.

The decision was made to ensure the sustainability of their 42 hospitals and over 200 health facilities in those states.

Mission and Vision

Overall, Ochsner Health continues to inspire healthier lives and stronger communities through its mission to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.