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  • Cancer Screening Clinic

    “A few minutes of prevention is worth a lifetime of cure” Today, Ochsner not only treats more cancer patients than anyone else in Louisiana—we’re helping more people prevent it, as…

  • Cancer Services

    Each year, more than one million Americans are diagnosed with cancer. The goal of the Ochsner Cancer Institute is to provide the most advanced cancer care available and, at the…

  • Cancer Surgery

    The oncologic surgeons at Ochsner have specialized training in managing complicated cancer problems. They are expert in special procedures for removal of cancer and are skilled in the surgical management…

  • Cardiac Rehabilitation and Wellness

    Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute is committed to the ongoing care of our patients who have experienced a cardiac event. The Cardiovascular Health Center’s cardiac rehabilitation program is nationally accredited…

  • Cardiology

    Heart and Vascular Institute The Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute (OHVI) is a comprehensive cardiac and peripheral vascular care center consisting of six sections representing a continuum of care unmatched…

  • CardioScan

    The buildup of plaque (atherosclerosis) is a silent disease that is the number one killer of Americans. For as many as 250,000 people each year, a fatal heart attack represents…

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

    Ochsner's Section on Cardiothoracic Surgery is a vibrant and nationally renowned division of our Department of Surgery. In 2009, U.S. News and World Report ranked Ochsner as one of the…

  • Cardiovascular Radiology

    Ochsner centers provide patients with the following services: Diagnostic and digital angiography CT Angiography CT Pulmonary Angiography Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty and stent placement Embolization and other interventional procedures Pulmonary angiography…

  • Cataract Surgery

    Cataract surgery involves removal of the cloudy lens (cataract) from one's eye, and implantation of a clear intraocular lens for improved vision. Our surgeons utilize the most current techniques in…

  • Cervical Cancer

    Cervical cancer is the only gynecologic malignancy that can be prevented by regular screening. In fact, screening with the Pap smear has dramatically reduced the incidence of cervical cancer by…

  • Chest Imaging

    Ochsner centers provide the following services: General diagnostic radiology Chest radiography with dual energy subtraction Computed tomography of the body CT Angiography of coronay arteries CT Angiography of pulmonary arteries…

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology

    The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Section offer outpatient consultation, evaluation, testing and treatment for children and adolescents with problems related to behavior, feelings, emotions, thinking and learning. The approach involves…

  • Children's Cancer

    Pediatric cancer is a catastrophic illness, although potentially curable. The evaluation and treatment of these patients requires close interaction among all the pediatric sub-specialties, including pediatric intensive care, infectious disease,…

  • Clinical Pathology

    The Clinical Pathology Section provides vital information about the well-being of patients through clinical chemistry, hematology and microbiology. The valuable support of our Blood Bank contributes greatly to the recovery…

  • Colon & Rectal Surgery

    The Ochsner Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery has a long and excellent tradition of surgical leadership and education. Our five renowned surgeons have over 95 years of combined experience…

  • Colon, Rectal and Anal Cancer

    Ochsner's colorectal surgeons specialize in the surgical removal of malignancies of the colon, rectum and anus. They offer a full range of surgical options and are nationally recognized authorities on…

  • Colonoscopy

    The colon, also called the large intestine or bowel, is the lower 5–7 feet of the digestive tract. The colon turns intestinal waste into solid stool and assists in eliminating…

  • Community Outreach Services

    Ochsner regularly provides workshops, speakers and classes to the public.

  • Concussion Management Program

    The Ochsner Concussion Management Program is the first of its kind in the Louisiana Gulf South region. The program is designed to tailor rehabilitation to an individual’s specific needs. Board…

  • Congenital Cardiovascular Surgery

    Ochsner’s Section of Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery provides operative care for the whole range of congenital heart conditions. Comprehensive care is provided from the premature infant to the fully developed adult…

  • Consultative Clinical Cardiology

    Consultative clinical cardiology is a medical sub-specialty that has evolved into an advanced technological, multi-specialized type of medical practice. The core focus of this Section is to evaluate patients sent…

  • Corneal Transplantation

    Corneal Transplantation involves the replacement of one's diseased or scarred cornea with a healthy cornea from a generous donor. Our cornea specialists offer the most advanced techniques in corneal transplantation…

  • Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery

    General Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Appearance plays a big role in our lives. Every day we look in the mirror as we prepare ourselves for the day ahead. For some,…

  • CT Scans

    Computed Tomography (CT) uses x-rays to generate cross-sectional images. Any part of the human body can be imaged with CT. Current CT scanners can obtain single images of the body…