Women’s Wellness and Survivorship Center at Ochsner Baptist

The first center of its kind in our region, the Women’s Wellness and Survivorship Center provides comprehensive care to women from a team of experts who are passionate about improving women’s health. Our OB/GYNs and advanced practice providers take the time to understand each patient’s unique needs. The team uses a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to help women reach their goals.

A variety of factors make our center a premier destination for women’s wellness and healthcare services, including:

• A commitment to caring for women across the lifespan. Our team has the passion and expertise to care for women at every stage of life. We see patients ranging from teenagers to adults in their 90s.

• Comprehensive specialty and subspecialty care throughout our health system. Our team routinely refers patients to cardiovascular, endocrinology, oncology and other health services to ensure they receive the care they need.

• A healing environment. We want you to feel at ease from the moment you step through our doors. That’s why we partnered with cancer survivors, volunteers, and local artists and galleries to design the Women’s Wellness and Survivorship Center.

• Healthcare centered around you. No matter what symptoms or concerns bring you to our center, we’ll provide holistic care and a personalized plan to meet your needs.

• High-quality cancer care. Ochsner facilities have earned accreditation from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American College of Radiology and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers from the American College of Surgeons, among other recognitions.

From our home at Ochsner Baptist - A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center in uptown New Orleans, the Women’s Wellness and Survivorship Center welcomes patients from Louisiana, Mississippi and beyond. The center is located in suite 600 on the 6th floor of the Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza.

Women’s wellness needs vary. Many patients are looking for a women’s health expert for an annual well-woman visit or for help optimizing their health and wellness. We can empower women to take a more active role in their health, recommend treatments, educate them about key health and wellness topics and refer them for additional care.

Our team prides itself on our ability to treat a wide range of conditions and concerns, including:

• Fatigue

• Premenstrual issues

• Stress

• Symptoms of perimenopause or menopause, such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and low libido

• Weight gain

• Bone health referrals

• Cardiovascular disease risk assessment

• Genetic cancer screening and referrals

• Hormone consultations

• Nutrition referrals

• Perimenopause and menopause management

• Sexual health management, including birth control, to address your individual and comprehensive sexual wellness needs

• Stress reduction therapies

• Weight management referrals

• Well-woman visits

A key part of the Women’s Wellness and Survivorship Center’s mission is helping patients maintain and enhance their wellness following a cancer diagnosis. From body image and mental health to relationships and sexual intimacy, cancer can affect practically every aspect of women’s lives. Consequently, we take a holistic approach to addressing the challenges and complexities of survivorship. Our services include:

• Consultations for patients who have tested positive for genetic changes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 variants, that increase their risk for certain cancers

• Counseling about premature menopause related to cancer treatment

• Fertility counseling prior to the start of cancer treatment

• Management of cancer symptoms and side effects of treatment

• Referrals for imaging services and other forms of care

Our survivorship program features an oncology nurse navigator who gets to know patients’ health in-depth to understand their unique concerns and help them access the services they need to thrive.

Yes. Virtual visits are available for residents of Louisiana and Mississippi.

Your yearly well-woman visit is a time to focus solely on your health. You and your OB/GYN will discuss the status of your health, your goals, and steps you can take to prioritize and improve your health, such as making healthy lifestyle changes and having recommended screening tests. The physician will check key indicators of health, including blood pressure and body mass index, and conduct a physical exam.

The survivorship phase of your journey with cancer starts at the time of diagnosis. Survivorship encompasses the services and support you need to maintain all aspects of health and wellness and manage the effects of cancer and its treatment for the rest of your life.