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Surgery and Surgical Specialties at Ochsner Health
At Ochsner Health, our surgeons provide comprehensive surgical care for a wide range of conditions, from common procedures to complex surgeries requiring specialized expertise. Our surgical teams work closely with specialists across Ochsner to create a care plan tailored to your needs, using advanced technology and minimally invasive techniques whenever appropriate. With surgical care available across Louisiana, Mississippi and West Alabama, Ochsner makes it easier to access expert care close to home.
What surgical care is available at Ochsner Health?
Ochsner Health offers comprehensive surgical care for adults and children, from common outpatient procedures to complex surgeries requiring highly specialized care. Surgical specialties include general surgery, cancer surgery, heart and chest surgery, bariatric surgery, colorectal surgery, endocrine surgery, pediatric surgery, transplant surgery, vascular surgery and more. Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery are available for many procedures.
Bariatric surgery
Ochsner’s bariatric surgery team delivers personalized weight loss care, pairing advanced surgical techniques with comprehensive support to help patients improve their health, manage obesity-related conditions and achieve lasting success.
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Breast plastic surgery
The breast plastic surgery team at Ochsner provides cosmetic procedures such as breast augmentation, breast reduction and breast lifts to change the size, shape or appearance of the breasts.
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Breast reconstruction surgery
Ochsner’s breast reconstruction surgery includes reconstructive procedures that restore the shape and appearance of the breast after cancer treatment, surgery or other changes.
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Cardiothoracic surgery
Our cardiothoracic surgery team delivers advanced surgical care for conditions affecting the heart, lungs and chest, using innovative techniques that help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
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Cataract surgery
Ochsner’s cataract surgeons remove the eye’s cloudy natural lens and replace it with an artificial lens to improve vision.
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Colon and rectal surgery
Our colon and rectal surgery team provides specialized care for conditions affecting the colon, rectum and anus, offering advanced surgical and minimally invasive treatment options to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
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Endocrine surgery
Our fellowship-trained endocrine surgeons partner closely with the endocrine team to surgically treat diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands, performing common procedures such as thyroidectomy, parathyroidectomy and adrenalectomy.
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Esophageal and foregut surgery
Our esophageal and foregut surgery team treats conditions affecting the esophagus and upper digestive tract, offering advanced surgical solutions for reflux disease, hiatal hernias, swallowing disorders and other complex foregut conditions.
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General surgery
Ochsner general surgeons treat a wide range of conditions using traditional, minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques.
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Pediatric surgery
Ochsner’s pediatric surgeons provide specialized surgical care for infants, children and teens with a wide range of conditions requiring surgery.
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Pediatric cardiothoracic surgery
Our pediatric cardiothoracic surgery team provides specialized care for infants, children and adolescents with congenital and acquired heart and chest conditions, delivering advanced treatment tailored to each child's needs.
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Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Our plastic surgery team provides advanced surgical and cosmetic procedures for the face, breasts and body, helping patients enhance their appearance, restore confidence and reach their personal goals through individualized care.
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Robotic surgery
Our robotic surgery program uses advanced robotic-assisted technology to help surgeons operate with greater precision, supporting better outcomes and faster recovery for patients.
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Surgical oncology
Ochsner surgical oncologists provide advanced surgical care for people with cancer, working alongside oncologists, radiation oncologists and other specialists to develop personalized treatment plans.
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Thoracic surgery
Our thoracic surgery team specializes in the treatment of conditions affecting the lungs, esophagus and chest, offering advanced surgical care to help patients breathe easier and improve their quality of life.
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Transplant surgery
Our transplant surgery team provides expert care for patients requiring organ transplantation, offering advanced surgical treatment and comprehensive support throughout every stage of the transplant journey.
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Vascular and endovascular surgery
Ochsner's vascular surgeons treat artery and vein conditions, including aortic disease, peripheral artery disease and dialysis access, using both surgical and advanced, minimally invasive endovascular techniques.
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Awards and accolades
U.S. News & World Report has repeatedly awarded Ochsner high marks for its surgical specialties.
Ochsner has been named “High Performing” for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, colon cancer surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, lung cancer surgery, prostate cancer surgery, stroke, transcatheter aortic valve replacement and uterine cancer surgery.
The pediatric surgical department at Ochsner Hospital for Children has been recognized for its heart surgery and gastroenterology surgery programs.
Healthgrades has named Ochsner one of America’s “50 Best Hospitals” for vascular surgery and one of America’s “100 Best Hospitals” for joint replacement and prostate surgery.
Frequently asked questions
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What types of surgery does Ochsner Health offer?
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Does Ochsner offer minimally invasive surgery?
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