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The Ochsner Multi-Organ Transplant Institute achieved new rankings, placing us among the top transplant programs in the U.S. In 2015, CareChex® recognized Ochsner #1 in the nation in liver transplantation for quality for the third year in a row. In 2014, CareChex® recognized Ochsner #2 in the nation in kidney transplantation. Our patient survival rates exceed national averages. Overall, our patients are doing better, living longer and experiencing fewer complications.
These are major achievements, indeed. These laudable rankings are the result of decades of dedication by numerous skilled surgeons, providers, researchers, nurses, social workers, coordinators and other support staff who work year after year to constantly improve our comprehensive care. Since 1984, Ochsner’s staff has focused intensely on improving patient outcomes in every possible way. We have recruited some of the world’s leading transplant surgeons and physicians, placing them in an environment in which they
can excel. The rankings achieved confirm that Ochsner’s transplant team has the right people and processes in place to provide the highest quality of care for our patients.
Ochsner’s goal has been to become one of the leading transplant programs in the world. Through our innovation and dedication to excellence, what we have instituted since inception is a true testament to this goal, and we continue to aim high. Organ transplant is among the most challenging medical specialties. Our ability to research new technologies and procedures prepares us to meet the future needs of patients from around the world. As the program continues to grow both regionally and nationally, we remain committed to new research and development opportunities that increase the quality of life for our patients and save more lives.
2014 was a banner year for Ochsner Multi-Organ Transplant Institute and the patients we serve, and we are pleased to share our progress with you in these pages.
George E. Loss, Jr., MD, PhD
Chairman, Department of Surgery
Chief, Multi-Organ Transplant Institute Transplant Surgeon
Section of Abdominal Organ Transplantation
Nigel Girgrah, MD, PhD
Medical Director, Multi-Organ Transplant Institute Chairman, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
George E. Loss, Jr., MD, PhD
Chairman, Department of Surgery
Chief, Multi-Organ Transplant Institute Transplant Surgeon
Section of Abdominal Organ Transplantation
Nigel Girgrah, MD, PhD
Medical Director, Multi-Organ Transplant Institute Chairman, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
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