Ochsner Health System, the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce, and local leaders recently celebrated the opening of Ochsner Health Center – East Causeway Approach. The new facility, located at 3235 East Causeway Approach, will offer primary care, pediatrics, endocrinology, lab services, and radiology. Ochsner Health Center – East Causeway Approach is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is accepting appointments.
Ochsner Health Center – East Causeway Approach officially opened its doors in September. The 17,000 square foot facility is divided into two wings – one for adult primary and specialty care and the other for pediatrics, each with separate waiting rooms. As an added convenience, the Health Center offers in-person, kiosk, and online check-in. Laboratory and radiology services are also available on-site.
Ochsner Health Center – East Causeway Approach also offers Ochsner’s Diabetes Management Program, which helps patients manage their diabetes, reduce risk of complications, and improve quality of life. Diabetes Educators and providers work with patients to focus on the four key areas of diabetes management--healthy eating, medication, physical activity, and self-monitoring. The Ochsner Diabetes Management Program has been recognized by the American Diabetes Association for Quality Self-Management Education and support.
“Ochsner Health System is proud of its continued growth to better serve St. Tammany Parish residents,” said Bradley Goodson, Chief Executive Officer of Ochsner Health System North Shore Region. “In partnership with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, we are increasing local access to care, improving quality, and reducing the cost of healthcare for area patients. Together, the two entities serve as the most comprehensive, integrated health system in Western St. Tammany Parish. The opening of the Ochsner Health Center - East Causeway Approach reinforces this commitment to provide quality, convenient care to families in the community.”
Appointments are available by calling (985) 875-2828 or by visiting https://www.ochsner.org/locations/ochsner-health-center-east-causeway-approach.