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OCHSNER ORTHOPEDICS
The Ochsner Department of Orthopedics cares for patients of all ages employing the latest techniques and technology available to treat a wide spectrum of orthopedic problems. The department’s more than 20 fellowship-trained board-certiied and board- eligible physicians have subspecialty expertise in joint replacement, sports medicine, orthopedic oncology, pediatrics, spine, trauma, foot and ankle, hand,
wrist, elbow and shoulder treatments. A talented and experienced team of physician assistants and nurse practitioners work with the physicians to provide patients with the best possible outcomes.
The department enjoys an excellent reputation and is pleased to have been awarded the Blue Cross Blue Shield Destination Center Designation and to be
a Blue Distinction Center for spine surgery and for knee and hip replacement. It was also ranked
#41 by U.S. News & World Report.
From a dedicated Back and Spine Center to a Hand Center, Ochsner Orthopedics has the specialty focus that patients need to enjoy peace of mind
in a specialized atmosphere.
2014 VOLUMES:
Orthopedic Surgery
83,881 patient visits and 2,849 surgeries
Sports Medicine Institute
15,741 patient visits and 1,300 surgeries
Back and Spine Center
6,773 patient visits
Hand Center
1,886 patient visits and 789 surgeries
Ochsner is the premier referral center for joint replacement in the Gulf South and beyond. Ochsner surgeons have been performing total hip and knee replacements for 30 years and continue to build upon and reine our techniques. We perform nearly 800 joint replacements
a year. A comprehensive program of medical management and rehabilitation has created the Ochsner Joint Replacement team, whose efforts have made the recovery from joint replacement surgery faster and more complete. Our multidisciplinary team coordinates the physicians (surgeon, internist and anesthesiologist), physical therapists, nurses and social services with each patient for the best possible diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
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