Meet Our Endocrine Surgeons

Jessica Dahle, MD, is a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist at Ochsner Health who is dedicated to treating patients in New Orleans, Louisiana. She specializes in comprehensive care for complex endocrine disorders, expertly managing conditions of the adrenal, parathyroid and thyroid glands. Her innovative treatments include robotic surgical techniques for adrenal tumors and pheochromocytoma, alongside minimally invasive surgery for hyperparathyroidism and thyroid cancer.

As a vital member of the multidisciplinary endocrine team at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center, Dr. Dahle helps her patients achieve the best possible results. She brings a confident, compassionate approach to expert health management, ensuring every patient receives a personalized surgical care plan.

Adwoa Opoku-Boateng, MD, is an endocrine surgeon at Ochsner Health dedicated to treating patients in New Orleans and Metairie, Louisiana. She specializes in the advanced management of complex thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal conditions. To deliver the best possible outcomes, she offers innovative treatments and leads the development of Ochsner's minimally invasive thyroid radiofrequency ablation program.

Dr. "O," as she’s known to her patients, explains treatment plans clearly and with compassion. Dr. Opoku-Boateng brings a proven track record of medical leadership to her community. She first returned to New Orleans in 2014 to help establish the Endocrine Multidisciplinary Program. Having lived in the city through Hurricane Katrina and the COVID-19 pandemic, she draws deep inspiration from the resilience and spirit of the local community. After spending several years practicing in Arizona, these strong community ties drew her back to New Orleans in the fall of 2024.

Elliot J. Scott, MD, is a board-certified endocrine surgeon at Ochsner Health who is dedicated to treating patients in Raceland and Kenner, Louisiana. He specializes in general and endocrine surgery, with expertise in treating complex conditions of the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands, including thyroid cancer, thyroid nodules, goiter, Graves’ disease, hyperparathyroidism and adrenal tumors. He performs advanced procedures such as thyroidectomy, parathyroidectomy and adrenalectomy, utilizing minimally invasive techniques when possible to support faster recovery and improved outcomes. His patient-centered approach ensures each treatment plan is tailored to the individual’s needs and overall health.