Ochsner LSU Urgent Care — Monroe

08/04/2025

Last month, Dr. Ameya Asarkar and the ENT team placed the Inspire V device for the first time at Ochsner LSU Health - Academic Medical Center!

Inspire V is a next-generation implant that treats obstructive sleep apnea, helping patients who are unable to use the CPAP, sleep and breathe more easily. Following the procedure, the implant uses a remote device to activate the therapy at night and sleep data can be tracked via an app on your mobile phone.

We are excited to offer this latest technology to the region! To learn more, visit ochsnerlsuhs.org/ear-nose-throat.

08/02/2025

Excess screen time could have a negative impact on your child's sleep habits. Learn more from Dr. Pamela McPherson, a child and adolescent psychiatrist with Ochsner LSU Health, in this article from Jambalaya News Louisiana.

SHREVEPORT, La. - As students prepare to head back to class, experts say it's not just school supplies parents should think about, it's screen time.

08/01/2025

“I’m proud that Shreveport is the third Louisiana city to welcome this comprehensive event focusing on health and education opportunities,” said David Callecod, CEO of Ochsner LSU Health.

Join us tomorrow at the Shreveport Convention Center for The Big Health Event and learn more about the event in this article from KSLA News 12.

The Big Health Event is almost here.

08/01/2025

The Big Health Event is here! Join us tomorrow at the Shreveport Convention Center and learn more about the event in this segment from KTBS 3 News, featuring our very own Bonnie Hughes and Margot Holland! 👏

SHREVEPORT, La. - Ochsner LSU Health and the Urban League of Louisiana are hosting the Big Health Event in Shreveport this Saturday.

07/31/2025

Dani Zoorob, MD, a board-certified urogynecologist at Ochsner LSU Health, is the region’s leading expert in women’s pelvic health. As the only urogynecologist in the area, Dr. Zoorob is dedicated to enhancing women’s quality of life by providing expert care for conditions such as prolapse and incontinence. Having a specialty in pelvic reconstructive surgery, Dr. Zoorob utilizes advanced techniques, including minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic procedures to provide effective care tailored to each patient.

Learn more about Dr. Zoorob here: https://ow.ly/NEt250WxyU3

07/31/2025

🎉 Don’t miss The Big Health Event in Shreveport, a FREE day of fun, wellness, and community!

📅 August 2
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 Shreveport Convention Center

This health & wellness experience has something for everyone:
✅ Free Health Screenings
🩺 Health Talks from local experts
👩‍🍳 Culinary Demos by local chefs
🎁 Giveaways
👧 Kids Zone
💼 Workforce & Entrepreneurship info..and so much more!

Bring the whole family and take charge of your health in a BIG way! We'll see you Saturday at the Shreveport Convention Center! 💪

07/30/2025

At our St. Mary Medical Center this week, Dr. Rachel Bishop of Shriners Hospital for Children and Dr. Christina Notarriani of Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport successfully performed the first endoscopic cranial vault procedure in the area, a major milestone in treating craniosynostosis.

The minimally invasive surgery was crucial for a 3-month-old whose skull sutures fused too early, posing a risk to brain development. Thanks to this advanced technique, the team safely removed the fused sutures while cutting typical surgery time in half and reducing recovery time for the patient.

🤝 We’re proud to partner with Shriners Children's Shreveport to bring innovative, life-changing care to children in our community.

Featured from left to right: Dr. Liz Jee (resident), Dr. Christina Notarriani, Penny Wainscott (scrub tech) and Dr. Rachel Bishop.

07/30/2025

A huge THANK YOU to the Krewe of Barkus & Meoux for spreading holiday cheer during Christmas in July! Your visit lit up the faces of patients and staff alike in our Trauma PICU, Medical PICU, and Peds floor at Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center.

From wagging tails to warm hearts, you brought joy in the best way! ❤️

07/29/2025

From online scheduling and virtual visits to viewing your patient notes, billing statements and prescriptions, Ochsner LSU Health puts taking control of your health right at your fingertips.

In this interview, Dr. Dani Zoorob outlines how our digital innovations are making healthcare more efficient, convenient and transparent than ever before.

Patients in Shreveport and Monroe are gaining more control over their health than ever before, thanks to several digital innovations from Ochsner LSU Health. From real-time access to lab results

07/28/2025

07/28/2025

In honor of UV Safety Month, Elena Gonzalez Caldito, MD, shares why skin protection is a year-round priority:

“Even on overcast days, UV rays can pe*****te through clouds and damage your skin. That’s why daily sunscreen isn’t just a summer thing—it’s a lifelong habit that helps protect against sunburns, premature aging, and even skin cancer, including melanoma.”

✅ Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen (UVA + UVB)
✅ SPF 30 or higher
✅ Reapply every 2 hours outdoors
✅ Use 1 oz. (a shot glass full) for full-body coverage

Don’t forget those easy-to-miss spots: ears, neck, feet, and hands! 💡

To learn more about Dr. Caldito, visit ochsnerlsuhs.org/elena-caldito-md

Ochsner LSU Health is a public-private partnership between the nationally recognized health system Ochsner Health and the academic and research center LSU Health Shreveport.

07/26/2025

Pars for Peds is back on August 16 at Querbes Park Golf Course!

Organized by the dedicated medical students at LSU Health Shreveport, this charity tournament supports children receiving care at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport–St. Mary’s Medical Center. 💙

Check out this special story from KTBS 3 News to see how these future physicians are making a real impact for pediatric patients in our community.

SHREVEPORT, La. – A local golf tournament is doing much more than driving balls down the fairway — it’s driving real change for pediatric patients in the ArkLaTex.