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General Information

Patient education is an important part of the transplant process, and is a requirement for all potential patients. Transplant education is provided at time of the initial workup by the nurse coordinator prior to listing. Once a patient has received a transplant, the nurse coordinator is responsible for discharge planning and discharge education.

Educational materials are tailored to meet the individual needs of the patient and his or her family. Information and instruction is intensive and patients are expected to keep a log of their progress and problems. Progress is checked at each clinic visit by the nurse coordinator regarding medical status, ongoing care, and medication changes

Support Groups

The transplant social workers lead several support groups to assist and educate patients and families with various transplant issues. These organ-specific groups meet monthly on the Ochsner main campus. The social workers are also offering a support group focusing on the specific issues encountered by transplant caregivers. For more information on support groups and meeting dates, contact our social workers at (504) 842-3925.

Accommodations and Transportation

After transplantation, all patients are followed closely at Ochsner. We take pride in creating an environment that supports the needs of our patients and their families.

The Brent House Hotel

On-site lodging is available at the Brent House, our full service hotel located on the Ochsner main campus. For reservations or information call 1-800-535-3986 or visit the Brent House web site.

Levee Run Apartments

Long-term care of each patient is a collaborative effort between the Ochsner team and referring physician. Affordable, apartment style accommodations are also available for out-of-area patients and their families during early post-transplant care. Each apartment is furnished, has a full kitchen, and is located within walking distance of the hospital. Transplant social workers can provide more information about these special accommodations.

Ochsner Flight Care

Ochsner Flight Care is a 24-hour emergency transport service with 14 years of transport experience. Operated by the Ochsner Foundation Hospital, Flight Care is capable of transporting critically ill or injured neonatal, pediatric, adult and high risk obstetric patients. Emergency transport of these type patients can be accomplished via medically equipped helicopter, fixed wing, or ground EMS unit.  For more information visit the Ochsner Flight Care web page.