Department of Philanthropy Contacts
We are here to help make your giving a joyful experience! We understand that supporting something as important and far-reaching as the Ochsner mission can be a very personal matter that raises a variety of questions. And, we want it to be a joyful experience for you! Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have.
Use the following address and we will direct your inquiry to the appropriate person:
Ochsner Health System
Department of Philanthropy
1514 Jefferson Highway, Brent House 240
New Orleans, LA 70121
504-842-7110
philanthropy@ochsner.org
Or, contact any member of our professional staff directly:
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Michelle DeRussy Dodenhoff Sr. Vice President/Chief Development Officer 504-842-7116 Mdodenhoff@ochsner.org |
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Anna Combes Manager, Annual and Community Programs 504-842-7134 acombes@ochsner.org |
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Melissa K. Adams Director, Prospect Research and Management 504-842-7126 mkadams@ochsner.org |
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Brian P. Berrigan Director, Planned Giving 504-842-7111 bberrigan@ochsner.org |
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Deborah P. Conwell Manager, Records 504-842-7115 dconwell@ochsner.org |
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Louisa W. Frederiksen, MBA Director, Cancer Institute Projects 504-842-0457 Fax: 504-842-7693 Lfrederiksen@ochsner.org |
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Marjory D. Harper Director, Major Gifts 504-842-7123 mharper@ochsner.org |
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Barbara J. Podliski Director, Physician Emeritus and Benefactor Services 504-842-3202 bpodliski@ochsner.org |
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Helen Reese Director - Alumni Affairs 504-842-7230 HeReese@ochsner.org@ochsner.org |











