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About Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge

Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge provides a full range of health care services close to home. Located near Interstate 12 and O’Neal Lane in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the facility offers private rooms designed for comfort. With more than 200 skilled providers, it delivers 24/7 emergency care, a family birthing center and specialty services.

We are home to the capital region’s largest certified nurse-midwife program and hold the honor of being Louisiana’s first recognized Baby-Friendly facility. This distinction highlights our dedication to supporting the health and well-being of mothers and infants. Alongside these specialties, we provide advanced treatments such as canaloplasty, precise endoscopic procedures and sports medicine care.

At Ochsner, we’ve redefined what it means to make health care simple, accessible and connected. One of the key benefits of being an Ochsner patient is our secure electronic medical records system. Whether you visit a specialist, check in at urgent care, or need emergency care at one of our many locations across the Gulf South, your complete medical history is always available to our team, ensuring seamless and informed care at every step of your healthcare journey.

Schedule an appointment

To schedule an appointment, call 225-752-2470. You can also connect with your doctor through MyOchsner, where you can schedule appointments, request prescription refills and access your test results all in one convenient place.

We offer same-day and next-day appointments, as well as virtual visits. For new patients, the first virtual appointment will be based on the provider’s discretion. Discover more about the flexibility and ease of virtual visits.

Awards and recognitions

Ochsner Medical Center – Baton Rouge has received the following recognitions and awards.

  • Largest certified nurse midwife program in Louisiana's capital region
  • The first hospital in Louisiana to receive the prestigious international recognition as a Baby-Friendly designated birth facility
  • Awarded Birth Ready+ designation by Louisiana Department of Health
  • Recognized by Healthgrades as a five-star recipient for multiple awards
  • Received an “A” for Spring 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
  • Named a gynecology epicenter for robotic-assisted surgery, due in part to vast experience and quality outcomes using the da Vinci Surgical System

Ochsner On Call

Unless otherwise directed by your provider, please contact Ochsner On Call, our 24/7 nurse care advice line, for help receiving care and guidance for your symptoms. For emergencies, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Registered nurses at the Ochsner On Call Center can help determine how soon you should be seen and recommend the best care options for your symptoms.

Call us toll-free at 1-800-231-5257.