Why choose Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner?
Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner offers a full range of services and award-winning care to meet your family’s healthcare needs. Services offered include 24-hour, Level II emergency care, maternity and women’s services, an advanced technology outpatient diagnostic and therapy center, an infusion center, a renowned wound care and hyperbarics program and more. Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner is also home to one of the largest multidisciplinary neuroendocrine tumor programs in the United States, attracting patients from around the world. Since opening in 1985, the facility has grown in all areas of healthcare to meet patients needs with the best providers in their field.
Awards and accolades
- Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner has been named a 2026 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report, the highest honor for treating lower-risk pregnancies. This designation recognizes the hospital’s commitment to safety, evidence-based practices and exceptional care for mothers and newborns. Ochsner Health is the only health system in Louisiana with two hospitals receiving this prestigious award.
- Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner received an “A” for Fall 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for consistently demonstrating commitment to putting patients first year after year.
- Ochsner Medical Center – Kenner is recognized by The Joint Commission for demonstrating the greatest level of commitment to the care of stroke patients through its Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers.
- Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital's commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. Learn more about our commitment to quality stroke care.
- 2025: Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner earned reaccreditation from the American Society of Clinical Oncology's Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI). This three-year accreditation certifies that Ochsner’s oncology practices meet the highest quality standards for cancer care, along with each of the initiative’s evidenced-based core standards in chemotherapy treatment and patient care. This ASCO reaccreditation illustrates the delivery of the best, most comprehensive care to patients.
Schedule an appointment
You can schedule an appointment by calling 504-468-8600. You can also make an appointment through MyOchsner.
Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for your appointment. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please notify us within 24 hours.
We also offer virtual visits. Learn more about virtual visits.
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Our Specialties
Radiology and Imaging Center
Our advanced radiology department offers a full range of imaging services, including X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds and mammograms. Using the latest technology, our trained radiologists and technologists provide results quickly to support your health needs. Whether you need routine imaging or a specialized diagnostic test, we’re committed to delivering high-quality care in a safe, comfortable setting.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 844-652-7723.
Diabetes Management Center
The Diabetes Management Center, accredited by the American Diabetes Association, works to inform our community about the disease, prevent diabetes and help people manage diabetes.
A diabetes nurse educator and a registered dietitian lead classes that serve as a self-management program covering topics such as keeping blood sugar at safe levels.
A physician referral is necessary for the center. To learn more, call 504-464-8646.
Outpatient Diagnostic Center
Our Outpatient Diagnostic Center is equipped with advanced technology. We offer Saturday screening appointments for mammograms, ultrasounds and non-contrast MRIs on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To learn more call 504-712-2800.
The Neuroendocrine Tumor Program (NET)
The Neuroendocrine Tumor Program at Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner specializes in the diagnosis and management of all forms of neuroendocrine tumors. We have a dedicated infusion space to meet the growing demand of neuroendocrine tumor therapy. We are one of 100 sites in the country to offer peptide receptor radionuclide therapy and the only site in Louisiana.
Tour the Neuroendocrine Tumor Program
Sleep Lab
At Ochsner Medical Center – Kenner, our sleep lab is designed to diagnose and treat common sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, restless leg syndrome and many others. Our team works with patients who experience rare sleep disorders such as parasomnias (sleep walking, sleep talking), narcolepsy and circadian rhythm disorders.
If referred by your primary care physician, you may be scheduled to spend the night in our sleep center to complete a sleep study. Our team of specialists will observe, record and evaluate your sleep patterns with a series of monitoring devices. The study will help our sleep specialists diagnose the problem and create a treatment plan. We also offer home sleep studies. Contact our sleep lab at 504-464-8248.
Learn more about sleep disorders.
Family Birthing Services
Our Family Birthing Center includes:
- Comfortable, private rooms
- Latest equipment and birthing techniques
- Hugs & Kisses Infant Protection System ankle and wrist bracelets
- Free prenatal classes
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Gift Shop
The gift shop at Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is located on the first floor in suite 112A. The gift shop has several items available for purchase including Ochsner merchandise, snacks and baby gifts. You can contact our gift shop at 504-842-4438.
Food and Dining Options
Magnolia Café & Grill
Located on the first floor near the courtyard
Breakfast: Monday-Friday, 7-9:30 a.m.
Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Evening and Weekend: Closed
Holidays: Limited hours
Accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover cards.
PJ's Coffee Shop
PJ’s Coffee shop is located in the Medical Office Building near the main elevators. PJ’s offers a variety of gourmet coffees, teas, and signature beverages, as well as a variety of pastry, snacks and Grab & Go meal items. PJs is open Monday through Friday, with limited hours on holidays.
Monday – Friday: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Vending Machines
Snacks may be purchased 24 hours a day in vending machines located on the first floor in the cafeteria's seating area, the surgery waiting room, throughout the emergency department and in the waiting areas on the second, third and fourth floors.
