Orthopedic Hand Surgeon for New Orleans

This position is a part of the Ochsner Medical Center Orthopedic program, joining a group of 21 orthopedic surgeons, 5 Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians and 17 Advanced Practice providers that offer the full range of orthopaedic sub-specialty care.

· Clinical Sites: The primary sites for this position include the Elmwood Hand Clinic and Ochsner Hospital for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, with additional locations in Belle Chasse and St. Anne Clinic in Raceland, LA.

· Team and Support: The hand and upper extremity program is supported by a diverse team of orthopedic nurses, certified hand therapists, and occupational therapists, ensuring comprehensive patient care.

· Academic and Research Opportunities: Ochsner has a residency program and is involved in research. This is a clinical and educational focused position, yet the ideal candidate will also pursue academic and research efforts. Affiliation with several medical schools means there will be opportunities for teaching and collaboration.

· Call Rotation: Call will be in New Orleans at Ochsner Medical Center.

· Patient Care Focus: The Hand & Upper Extremity program provides specialized care, including access to orthopedic-certified physical therapists and certified hand therapists.

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About Ochsner Health

Ochsner Health is an integrated healthcare system with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Celebrating 80 years in 2022, it leads nationally in cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, liver and heart transplants and pediatrics, among other areas. Ochsner is consistently named both the top hospital and top children’s hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report. The not-for-profit organization is inspiring healthier lives and stronger communities. Its focus is on preventing diseases and providing patient-centered care that is accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner Health pioneers new treatments, deploys emerging technologies and performs groundbreaking research, including over 700 clinical studies. It has more than 36,000 employees and over 4,600 employed and affiliated physicians in over 90 medical specialties and subspecialties. It operates 47 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and the Gulf South; and its cutting-edge Connected Health digital medicine program is caring for patients beyond its walls. In 2021, Ochsner Health treated more than 1 million people from every state and 75 countries. As Louisiana’s top healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. To learn more, visit www.ochsner.org.