Beginning in July 2024, Ochsner Hospital for Children will begin ACGME-accredited residency training at Ochsner Medical Center-New Orleans, with newborn nursery and neonatology rotations at Ochsner Baptist.
This newly ACGME-accredited pediatrics residency program will expand existing Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs. Currently, Ochsner sponsors 33 residency and fellowships, and trains approximately 330 physicians across multiple core and sub-specialty services each year. With this pediatrics residency program, Ochsner Hospital for Children will train pediatricians in an integrated healthcare system.
Applications for the inaugural 2024 intern class have been received from 566 potential participants. Between November 2023 and January 2024, 150 interviews will be conducted for 10 intern positions available in year one. Pediatrics residency is a three-year training program, which means Ochsner will have a 30-resident program once at full complement.
John Carlson, MD, program director, pediatrics residency, Ochsner Hospital for Children said, “We are committed to training exceptional pediatricians and specialists through an innovative program that allows residents to care for patients with complex health needs and those with common health concerns. Our approach to training will be truly innovative, ensuring comprehensive exposure to self-selected clinical material and specialized skills along with mentorship in the trainee’s chosen area of study.”
Ochsner Hospital for Children offers the only pediatric heart and liver transplant program in the state.