Ochsner Lafayette General

01/08/2026

Update: The phone system at Ochsner St. Martin Hospital is back up and running.

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We are currently experiencing a phone outage at Ochsner St. Martin Hospital. The hospital remains open and fully operational.

To reach the hospital, call 337-354-9040. If you have a medical emergency, please go directly to the Emergency Department or call 911.

Crews are working to resolve the issue and will share updates here as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience.

01/05/2026

New year, new you. Sign up for the challenge presented by Eat Fit Ochsner and your body will thank you.

Give your body a detox. Give up alcohol for 40 days and document the impact it has on your body with the Alcohol Free for 40 Challenge.

12/24/2025

Love eggnog but not the sugar and calories?

Here are three better-for-you versions to try this holiday season (plus a tip for making your cup a little healthier).

One trick for a healthy eggnog: Add a scoop of collagen powder to some of the lightened-up nog versions out there for a richer feel.

12/22/2025

The holidays can be joyful, but they can also be challenging after bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. 🎄

From managing cravings to navigating gatherings, our latest blog shares expert tips on bariatric-friendly holiday eating, mindful habits and practical strategies to help you enjoy the season while staying on track with your weight-loss goals. 🍗🥗

Learn how to enjoy holiday meals after bariatric surgery with expert tips on protein-first eating, managing cravings, mindful habits and long-term weight-loss success.

12/19/2025

Ochsner Cancer Center of Acadiana at Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center clinics and infusion centers recently hosted the Jingle Jangle Food Drive to give back to our community during the holiday season. 🎄

Team members came together to donate nonperishable food items and holiday treats to support local families in need. The initiative was led by Shantell Dugas, NP, and focused on partnering with Lafayette Elementary to help ensure children had access to food during the holiday break.

We are grateful to Principal Colleen Comeaux and the Lafayette Elementary team for their warm welcome and support in bringing this vision to life as we continue to expand our impact across Acadiana. ❤️🎁

12/18/2025

December is ushering in cooler weather across Acadiana. 🥶

CJ Tosino, DO, a sports medicine physician at Ochsner Lafayette General Andrews Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute, shares tips to help you stay active.

Learn more about Dr. Tosino: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/christopher-tosino-do/

12/17/2025

As we reflect on 2025, we celebrate the impact of the Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market at Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank. 🥕🚚

By bringing fresh produce and pantry staples directly to neighborhoods across Acadiana, this once-a-month market helped remove barriers to nutritious food access for families who need it most.

The mobile market served communities throughout Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Jeff Davis, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary and Vermilion parishes, reaching families in cities and neighborhoods across Acadiana.

None of this would have been possible without our incredible volunteers. More than 300 hours were donated by our team members. Your time, compassion and dedication are the heart of this market. 💙

Learn more about how the Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market is making a difference: https://no-hunger.org/mobilemarket/

12/16/2025

The holiday season is about spending time together, but family gatherings can sometimes feel overwhelming. 🎄

We’ve rounded up nine helpful tips to help you navigate time with your in-laws, set healthy boundaries and protect your well-being.

Read the full article for practical strategies to help you enjoy a calmer, more peaceful holiday season. ✨

Whether we like our in-laws or not, feeling confined with them can lead us to feel on-edge. Here are some helpful tips to get you through the holidays,

12/12/2025

Join us in welcoming Lani Landry, PA, to Ochsner Health Center - Rue Louis XIV in Lafayette! 🎉

Lani practices family medicine, providing compassionate care for adults and children. A proud Acadiana native, she is committed to long-term patient relationships, preventive care, chronic disease management and supporting overall wellness.

She earned her bachelor’s degree from LSU in Baton Rouge and graduated valedictorian with her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Lani stays up to date in her field as a member of the Louisiana Academy of Physician Assistants. 🎓

Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, staying active and spending time with family and friends.
We’re thrilled to have her caring for the Lafayette community! 💙

Learn more about Lani: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/lani-landry-pa

12/11/2025

Please join us in welcoming Marae L. Schexnayder, DO, to Southside Family Health in Lafayette! 🎉

A Scott, Louisiana native, Dr. Schexnayder is a board-certified internal medicine physician who provides comprehensive primary care with a focus on preventive health, personalized screenings and patient-centered care. 🩺 She also specializes in osteopathic manipulative medicine to help treat acute and chronic pain.

Dr. Schexnayder earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her internal medicine residency at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. She is passionate about building strong relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their best health.

Outside of work, she enjoys fishing on the Atchafalaya River, gardening, pickleball and spending time with her family. 🐟🌿🎾

Learn more about Dr. Schexnayder: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/marae-l-schexnayder-do/

12/10/2025

Meet Lori Cox, NP, at Ochsner Acadia General Health Center - Crowley!

Lori is a family medicine nurse practitioner who provides care for adults and children, supporting her patients’ health and wellness with a compassionate, team-based approach. Her special interests include diabetes care and women’s health. 🩺

Lori proudly served in the United States Navy, where she met her husband. She is dedicated to caring for families in the Crowley community and helping patients stay healthy at every stage of life. 💙

Learn more about Lori or schedule an appointment. Same-day appointments are available: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/lori-cox/

12/09/2025

Looking to build strength smarter, not harder? 🧠

Tyler Perrin-Bellelo, MD, FACP, D-ABOM, explains the difference between compound and isolation exercises, how to balance them and why both are important for safe, effective training.

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Perrin-Bellelo: https://ow.ly/w2ph50XGqFu

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Learn the difference between compound and isolation exercises, how to balance them and how to apply progressive overload to build strength, improve function and avoid injury.