At Ochsner Hospital for Children, our number one priority is providing exceptional care for your exceptional kid. We offer a level of pediatric care unmatched in the state for everything from well-child check-ups and immunizations to cancer care and heart transplants.
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Our Pediatric Specialties
Greater New Orleans
Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development
1319 Jefferson Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70121
Ochsner Health Center – Algiers
3401 Behrman Pl., Algiers, LA 70114
Ochsner Health Center – Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza
2820 Napoleon Ave., Ste. 560, New Orleans, LA 70115
Ochsner Health Center – Lake Terrace
1532 Robert E. Lee Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70122
Ochsner Health Center – Lapalco
4225 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072
Ochsner Health Center for Children
1315 Jefferson Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70121
Ochsner Health Center For Children – Metairie
4901 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA 70006
Ochsner Health Center for Children – River Ridge
9605 Jefferson Hwy., Ste. J, River Ridge, LA 70123
Ochsner Health Center for Children – St. Bernard
8050 W. Judge Perez Drive Suite 2400 Chalmette, LA 70043
Ochsner is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, founded on providing the best patient care, research, and education.
We are one of the country’s largest non-university based academic medical centers.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
When You Choose an Ochsner Pediatrician, You Choose Quality, Comprehensive Care
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Baton Rouge
Ochsner Health Center – O'Neal
16777 Medical Center Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Ochsner Health Center – Prairieville
16220 Airline Hwy., Prairieville, LA 70769
Ochsner Medical Complex – The Grove
10310 The Grove Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70836
Ochsner Health Center – Zachary
4845 Main St., Suite D, Zachary, LA 70791
Ochsner Medical Complex – Iberville
25455 LA-1, Plaquemine, LA 70764
Northshore
Ochsner Health Center – East Causeway Approach
3235 East Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70448
Ochsner Health Center For Children – Covington
1000 Ochsner Blvd., Covington, LA 70433
Ochsner Health Center For Children – Slidell
2370 E. Gause Blvd., Slidell, LA 70461
#1 Children's Hospital in Louisiana
Ochsner Hospital for Children is Louisiana's only children's hospital to be ranked in three specialties.
#1 Children's Hospital in Louisiana
Ochsner Hospital for Children is ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation, five years in a row.
Cardiology
Craniofacial
ENT
Gastroenterology
Hematology
Oncology
Pulmonology
Urology
Neurology
Orthopedics
And more
Expecting Parents and New Parents
Choosing the right doctor for your baby is important — that’s why we offer free pediatrician interviews. Book a meet-and-greet with an Ochsner pediatrician to help you find the perfect match. You can meet with as many doctors as you’d like — there’s no limit!
Convenient Care Close to You
River Region
Ochsner Health Center For Children – Destrehan
13100 River Rd., Ste 250, Destrehan, LA 70047
Ochsner Health Center - Driftwood
2120 Driftwood Blvd., Kenner, LA 70065
Bayou
Ochsner St. Anne Hospital
4608 Highway 1, Raceland, LA 70394
North Louisiana
Ochsner Health Center For Children – Monroe
300 Pavilion Rd., West Monroe, LA 71292
For the sixth year in a row, Ochsner Hospital for Children has been ranked among the top 50 children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. We were recognized for cardiology & heart surgery, gastroenterology & gastrointestinal surgery and orthopedics. Ochsner Hospital for Children is Louisiana's #1 ranked children's hospital.
Trust the Leaders in Pediatric Care
Comprehensive Care for All Childhood Conditions
With more than 150 pediatric physicians specializing in children's health, we treat all kids from birth through adolescence. We offer general pediatrics, plus more than 30 pediatric specialties, including cardiology, gastroenterology, pulmonology, oncology and more, to help you face anything, minor or major.
Manage Your Child’s Health Online with MyOchsner
MyOchsner is an online tool that lets you see medical records and test results, schedule appointments online, message your pediatrician and more.
Find a Convenient Location Near You
From New Orleans to Baton Rouge and beyond, we have locations throughout the region, meaning you’re never far from a pediatrician when you need one. View our convenient locations.
We offer same-day and next-day pediatrician appointments, plus extended hours at some locations so you can get in quickly when your child is sick.
Get an Appointment When You Need One
Call 504-842-3900 to schedule a meet and greet.
24/7 Pediatric Emergency Room
Located at 1514 Jefferson Highway in New Orleans, Ochsner Hospital for Children’s pediatric ER has you covered when your child needs emergency care. Our team of specialists treats everything from medical illnesses and broken bones to serious trauma, 24/7.
Michael Podgurksi was born with a complex series of birth defects, including hydrocephalus and tetralogy of fallot. His parents, Bryan and Heather, were told that he may never walk or talk, and would certainly always be behind. Now, after almost forty surgeries, five-year-old Michael is thriving and was even named student of the month at his school.