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OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM NAMED ONE OF AARP’S 2011 BEST EMPLOYERS FOR WORKERS OVER 50
NEW ORLEANS – AARP announced today that Ochsner Health System has been named one of its Best Employers for Workers Over 50. The AARP Best Employers for Workers Over 50 program honors businesses and organizations across the country that have implemented new and innovative policies and best practices in talent management in today’s multigenerational workforce. According to AARP, by 2016, one-third of the total U.S. workforce will be age 50 or older, up from 28 percent in 2007. As the percentage of younger workers continues to decline, attracting and retaining…
FULL-TIME CARDIOLOGIST JOINS OCHSNER ST. ANNE; HOPES TO EDUCATE COMMUNITY ON HEART DISEASE
NEW ORLEANS – It has been a busy summer for Ochsner St. Anne General Hospital with the opening of a new Medical Office Building that now conveniently houses all of its specialty practices in one location. The new facility has made it possible to expand Ochsner St. Anne’s services, including the medical practice of cardiology. Ochsner St. Anne is proud to announce the arrival of Dr. Zehra Jaffery, a full-time cardiologist and the only female cardiologist on staff. With the addition of Dr. Jaffery, Cardiology…
OCHSNER OFFERS FREE PROSTATE SCREENING BLOOD TESTS
WHAT: One in 6 U.S. men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Excluding skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in the U.S. and the second most common cause of cancer death among men. But prostate cancer is most treatable when caught early. It is highly recommended that men aged 40 and older talk with their doctor about prostate cancer testing. In support of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Ochsner Urology is hosting free PSA screenings as a public service…
Ochsner Medical Center Named One of 60 Hospitals with Great Orthopedic Programs by Becker’s Hospital
Becker's Hospital Review recognized Ochsner Medical Center on its list of "60 Hospitals With Great Orthopedic Programs." Hospitals were included on this list based on exhibiting excellence in orthopedics, quality of service, outstanding local and national reputations and high volume of orthopedic cases. According to Becker's Hospital Review, the hospitals included on this list focus on orthopedics and their orthopedic surgery departments have outstanding reputations, making them worthy of recognition. Exceptional departments often include physicians who treat professional athletes, engage in cutting-edge research and perform…
OCHSNER MEDICAL CENTER-NORTH SHORE FORMS FAMILY ADVISORY BOARD
Board members are advocates for empowering families and facilitating partnerships with health professionals
The formation of the newly formed Family Advisory Board is the cornerstone of Ochsner Medical Center-North Shore’s commitment to patient and family centered care.
Girls Just Want to Have Fun
Join Ochsner Health System’s Women’s Services for health tips, fitness advice, prizes and more! And, if you’re one of the first 150 attendees, you’ll receive a free two-week membership to Elmwood Fitness Center.
Hello Health Seminar with Dr. Doria
As part of its continued effort to keep the community healthy, Ochsner St. Anne General Hospital
is hosting a special seminar event for area residents to learn more about the future of cancer care.
Ochsner West Bank Women’s Services Department Given Breastfeeding Award
NEW ORLEANS – Ochsner Medical Center–West Bank Campus was given the Golden Gift Breastfeeding Award and recertified as a Gift (Guided Infant Feeding Techniques) certified facility through August 2013. The Gift is a quality improvement and certification program for Louisiana birthing facilities based on the best practice model to increase breastfeeding initiation, duration and support. The award and recertification were presented on behalf of the Louisiana Maternal and Child Health Coalition, the Louisiana Perinatal Commission and the Louisiana Office of Public Health – Maternal and…
Ochsner to Offer Incisionless Treatment for Heartburn
Heartburn Sufferers Can Learn More at July Seminar
COVINGTON – This fall, Ochsner North Shore surgeons will offer a new incision-free treatment option for frequent heartburn sufferers. The EsophyX TIF procedure corrects the actual cause of heartburn rather than merely treating the symptoms. “Studies have shown that patients undergoing this procedure have a much better quality of life, with many able to eat and drink foods they’ve previously had to avoid,” says Dr. Blair Hamner. Ochsner North Shore surgeons perform the TIF procedure transorally (through the mouth) to create a valve between…
OCHSNER NAMED AMONG BEST HOSPITALS IN AMERICA
Seven Specialties Ranked Nationally by U.S. News & World Report
Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank Campus have been ranked nationally in seven specialty categories and high performing in five categories by U.S. News & World Report’s 2011-12 Best Hospitals rankings. This makes the 11th year in a row Ochsner Medical Center has been recognized as one of the Best Hospitals in America.
