LSU Department of Surgery

01/08/2026

12/12/2025

Discover how specialized trauma care at UMC is transforming outcomes and saving lives in Louisiana since 2018.

12/10/2025

"Jules Tanksley, a seven-year-old with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, is thriving after multiple surgeries at Children's Hospital in Louisiana, where doctors have developed innovative procedures for similar heart defects."

Read more about some of the amazing things happening from our very own Dr. Pettitt and his team below. ⤵️

"The outcomes have been excellent. And right now we're the only ones that are doing this type of percutaneous, complete hybrid operation in the state of Louisiana," said Pettitt.

Jules Tanksley, a seven-year-old with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, is thriving after multiple surgeries at Children's Hospital in Louisiana, where doctors have developed innovative procedures for similar heart defects.

12/03/2025

Congratulations, Dr. Babineaux!! 🎉

The following physicians practicing across ' network of hospitals and clinics, where women are advancing their specialties and training the next generation of healthcare providers, are recognized as EXCEPTIONAL WOMEN IN MEDICINE in the December 2025 issue of New Orleans Magazine!

(Left to right) Dr. Kelly Babineaux, Dr. Amelia Jernigan, Dr. Sarah Ryan-Yockey, Dr. Elizabeth Rourke, Dr. La'Nasha Tanner and Dr. Nicole Freehill. (Not pictured: Dr. Maria Bernal and Dr. Christine Connolly)

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11/26/2025

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Jeffrey Carter on being named Chief of our new Division of Burn Care and Research!

Since 2017, Dr. Carter has driven transformative advancements in burn care as Medical Director of the University Medical Center New Orleans Burn Center. Under his guidance and care, this became Louisiana’s first verified burn center. Dr. Carter's leadership extends nationally through his current role as President of the American Burn Association. He also continues to shape the future of burn surgery through his commitment to research. His recent research portfolio includes a $98.2 million initiative applying artificial intelligence to burn wound assessment, a $13.5 million multicenter outcomes study, and a $9.6 million Department of Defense–funded program advancing burn training for combat casualty care.

Dr. Carter's efforts have redefined burn care delivery, improved patient outcomes, and positioned LSU Health as a national leader in burn surgery innovation.

Congratulations, Dr. Carter!! 🎉