Primary Care

Why Choose Ochsner LSU Health?

We are making healthcare easy. One huge advantage of having a primary care doctor at Ochsner LSU Health is our electronic medical record. Wherever you go in the Ochsner network, your medical history goes with you and is accessible by specialists, urgent cares and ERs all across the state. With our technology, diagnoses can be made more quickly, and there is a better chance that the team is making the right decision.

Our primary care centers have the look and feel of a small-group practice and the support, resources and great reputation of the entire Ochsner system. We're proud to be recognized as a best place for primary care in the Shreveport-Bossier area by Locals Love Us.

We are also making it easier to connect you to your doctor at any time with MyOchsner. You can call or message your doctor, schedule appointments, submit refill requests for medication and schedule preventive health reminders to help you stay on track. MyOchsner also allows you to view your results and connect your family to your records and treatment team.

Connecting to care online has never been easier. You can now schedule virtual visits through your MyOchsner portal to meet with your physician for various issues that do not require an in-person visit. Review frequently asked questions for Primary Care virtual visits.

At Ochsner LSU Health, your Primary Care team will monitor and track your health over time. We’ll help you lead a healthy lifestyle and watch for issues or changes that need to be addressed. If your doctor determines that more specialized care is needed, we’ll make sure you’ll get it. We’re part of a team that includes more than 70 medical specialties and subspecialties.