Ochsner Lafayette General

06/01/2026

Give your young athlete a strong foundation this summer with our Youth Speed Development Camp. This four-week camp focuses on speed development, sprint mechanics, agility and strength in a supportive, high-energy setting.

Camp takes place in July on Tuesdays and Thursdays:
💠Ages 10 to 13 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
💠Ages 14 and older from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Cost is $200 for the four-week camp.

To enroll, call 337-703-3269 or sign up here: https://ow.ly/NOiN50YWKNc today.

05/28/2026

Acadiana, you showed up in a big way for our youth!

Thank you to our title sponsor, Cardiovascular Institute of the South, and to every sponsor and participant who helped make the 10th Annual Ochsner Lafayette General Foundation Charity Golf Classic a success.

Our sold-out event at Oakbourne Country Club in Lafayette raised more than $70,000 to support youth mental health education and related programs that help young athletes build confidence on and off the field.

We are excited to celebrate the impact we made together. Join us in thanking the partners who helped make this day possible.

05/28/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the 10th Annual Ochsner Lafayette General Foundation Charity Golf Classic.

This year’s winning teams are:

First Place: Team of Gachassin Law Firm – Barry Boudreaux, Caleb Strong, Bob Hardy, and Chris Kohlenberg

Second Place: Team of Trans Financial Companies – Lucius Butts, Ed Cancienne, Mike Creed, and Marty Lensing

Third Place: Team of Louisiana Extended Care Hospital – Mark Simon, Rhode Guidry, Pat Landry, and Ryan Trahan

This annual event supports youth mental health education, physical development resources, injury prevention and wellness programs for young athletes. Thank you to every participant, partner, and supporter who helped make this event a strong success for our community.

05/27/2026

Recognizing the warning signs of a stroke and acting quickly could save someone you love. May is Stroke Awareness Month, and we want to make sure you know what to look for.

Dr. Mohammad AlMajali, a neuroendovascular surgeon at Ochsner Lafayette General, joined MidDay with Darla to share what families in Acadiana should be aware of about stroke.

Dr. AlMajali says the key is to: B.E.F.A.S.T.
🔹 Balance — sudden loss of balance
🔹 Eyes — sudden trouble seeing
🔹 Face — drooping on one side
🔹 Arms — weakness or numbness
🔹 Speech — slurred or hard to understand
🔹 Time — call 911 right away

A stroke is a medical emergency. Fast action can make a real difference!

Learn more about Dr. Mohammad AlMajali: https://www.ochsner.org/doctors/mohammad-almajali-md/

Watch the interview: https://www.kadn.com/features/midday-with-darla-stroke-awareness-month/article_3ce302b8-979f-43fd-97a3-f40897348963.html

LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Health officials at Ochsner Lafayette General are emphasizing the importance of recognizing stroke warning signs during May, which is Stroke Awareness Month. Dr. Mohammad AlMajali,

05/27/2026

Join us for a free prenatal education class at Ochsner American Legion Hospital!

📅 When: Friday, June 19
📍 Where: Ochsner American Legion Hospital Medical Office Board Room, 1634 Elton Road, Jennings, La.
🕒 Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Topics discussed will include what to expect during your hospital stay, postpartum care, newborn basics and breastfeeding.

For more information or to register, text 337-246-9013 or call 337-616-7188.

05/27/2026

Our Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market at Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics in Lafayette, brought people together to access fresh food, trusted health information and community support.

This month’s market helped 91 people, including staff, patients and neighbors, bringing the total served to 454 since January 2026.

Along with providing affordable fresh fruits and vegetables, the event connected the community with important health and education resources:

• The Ochsner Lafayette General Population Health team and Exact Sciences shared information about colon cancer screenings.
• Louise Batiste, Ochsner Lafayette General’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening engagement specialist, provided breast and cervical health education.
• Beacon/Office of Public Health and Louisiana Department of Health distributed 29 Narcan kits.
• South Louisiana Community College and Early Childhood Development teams shared education resources.

Thank you to every team and partner who helped make this month’s market possible and to everyone who came out.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/Hz8I50Z3Prq

05/26/2026

Looking to get fit this summer? Join us at Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Performance.

Our membership training meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 5:30 a.m. in a supportive, high-energy setting built to help you get stronger and stay on track.

Call 337-703-3269 or stop by to sign up today.

05/22/2026

Thank you to the more than 60 physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, athletic trainers, nurses and medical assistants who volunteered at our annual sports physical event at Ochsner Lafayette General Andrews Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute!

On May 8, we completed 682 sports physicals for student-athletes from 41 schools across six parishes.

We are happy to provide expert care to the community through events like this.

Learn more about Ochsner Lafayette General Andrews Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute: https://ow.ly/NnnA50Z2X16

05/22/2026

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital has been named among the top 20 critical access hospitals in the nation for patient satisfaction. 🎉

The Chartis Center for Rural Health and the National Rural Health Association recognized the hospital as a 2026 Best Practice Recipient for excellence in patient experience.

“We are incredibly proud of our physicians and staff who work every day to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our community,” said Jennifer Gerard, hospital administrator and assistant vice president of nursing at Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital. “This recognition reflects our commitment to putting patients at the center of everything we do.”

Learn more: https://ow.ly/vCQz50Z1TyC

05/21/2026

Help your athlete level up this summer!

Ochsner Lafayette General Andrews Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Institute is offering sport-specific training during two four-week sessions in June and July. Sessions will focus on:

⚽ Strength and conditioning for soccer players
👟 Speed development
🏐 Volleyball strength training

Call 337-703-3269 to register, or fill out this form and our team will contact you: https://ow.ly/Epv650Z2ROx