Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge

17000 Medical Center Dr · Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816

Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge is a 150-bed acute care hospital and a key part of the Ochsner Health System, serving the Baton Rouge community with comprehensive medical and surgical services. It offers a wide range of specialties including cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and neurology, supported by a 24/7 emergency department and advanced medical technology. Recognized as a high-performing hospital by U.S. News & World Report, it is committed to patient-centered care, research, and community health.

Specialties & Programs

Hospital information

24/7 Emergency Care
Available
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Pediatric Emergency Care
Available

No (dedicated pediatric ER), but treats pediatric emergencies in its general ER.

Stroke Center
Available

Yes, certified Primary Stroke Center.

Cardiac Emergency Capabilities
Available

Yes, offers comprehensive cardiac care, including emergency cardiac services.

Burn Center
Not Available
Air Ambulance / Helipad
Available

24/7 Emergency Department, equipped to handle a wide range of medical emergencies.

About Emergency Department Waits

Emergency departments treat patients according to medical urgency rather than arrival order. Wait times can change rapidly based on patient volume, ambulance arrivals, trauma cases and available treatment space. Patients with life-threatening conditions are prioritized immediately. This note is general information and does not describe Ochsner Medical Center-Baton Rouge's current wait.

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