Jennifer's Story
For years, Sulphur resident Jennifer Duhon lived with an unwelcome companion that had an outsized say in her daily activities: knee pain. Now, she’s happy to be firmly in control.
Your Trusted Partner for Innovative Care & Rehabilitation in Lake Charles
CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital offers less invasive treatments and quicker recovery options right here in Lake Charles.
Innovative Cardiac Care: CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital offers a less invasive alternative to open heart surgery with transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). This innovative procedure means faster recovery times for you.
Accredited Excellence: This hospital has earned top certifications, including the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. This confirms their commitment to high-quality care, ensuring you receive some of the best treatment in the nation.
Specialized Programs for Comprehensive Care: CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital offers specialized programs such as the Amputee Clinic and Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation program. The hospital aims to restore you to your fullest potential.
Specialty Care Close to You
Experience Unmatched Inpatient Rehabilitation in Southwest Louisiana
At CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital, your health is prioritized with advanced, comprehensive care focused on returning you to your best self.
Choose the only hospital in southwest Louisiana to hold CARF accreditations for adult inpatient rehabilitation, stroke specialty program, and amputee specialty program. Our commitment to excellence means you'll receive the highest quality care focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.
Learn more about our Inpatient Rehabilitation.
Comprehensive Stroke Center
CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles stands out as a leader in stroke care, offering a comprehensive program that meets the rigorous standards of The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark. For patients in Lake Charles, this means access to advanced, quality care right in their community, ensuring swift and effective treatment during critical moments of a stroke.
CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital in southwest Louisiana holds a CARF accreditation for our stroke specialty. Our commitment to excellence means you'll receive the highest quality care focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.
John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center
First in Southwest Louisiana to Offer Aortic Valve Replacement without Open Heart Surgery
The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick is proud to offer a less invasive treatment option for patients with severe aortic stenosis. With transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), our team inserts a new valve in the diseased aortic valve using a catheter instead of opening up the chest and completely removing the diseased valve.
Early Detection Made All the Difference
When Sharron noticed shortness of breath, she didn’t expect it to be serious. A routine scan changed everything. Learn how early detection and expert care at CHRISTUS Health gave Sharron a second chance at life.
Award Winning Care
Department Information
Advanced Robotic Surgery
Gentle Precision - Faster Healing
Experience faster recovery, less pain, and minimal scarring with CHRISTUS Health’s advanced robotic technology. As part of the nation's largest Da Vinci 5 Network, we're bringing you the future of surgery.
Learn how our robotic surgery and skilled surgeons deliver exceptional care.
Services & Treatments
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Behavioral & Mental Health
Our team provides an individualized plan to provide care that best suits your needs. We offer a full range of services for pediatrics, adults and seniors experiencing emotional difficulties.
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Breast Imaging
Scheduling your annual mammogram and speaking to your primary care physician regarding what steps you can take for preventative care establishes a legacy of optimal breast health and wellness.
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Cancer Care (Oncology)
Our highly skilled physicians paired with world-renowned imaging and radiology services work tirelessly beside you. See what we specialize in at CHRISTUS Health and learn about cancer treatment options.
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Critical Intensive Care
The purpose of the Intensive Care Unit is to care for patients that need close monitoring by physicians and other healthcare professionals.
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Diagnostic Screenings
Our diagnostics staff is comprised of highly trained professionals eager to identify your specific needs. Once a diagnosis has been made, the journey to recovery continues with your physician as your guide.
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Emergency Care
When you are faced with a medical emergency, CHRISTUS Health's emergency services are here to provide experienced, specialized and effective treatment, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about CHRISTUS Health Emergency Care.
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Gastroenterology
The mission of our Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Endoscopy specialists is to provide high-quality, safe, cost-effective, comprehensive, and compassionate health care to patients with gastrointestinal and hepatic diseases.
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General Surgery
A general surgeon certified by the American Board of Surgery is one who has training and experience related to diagnosis, preoperative, operative and postoperative management, including the management of complications.
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Heart and Vascular
Trusting us to care for your heart is not something we take lightly. Our team of cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and staff work tirelessly to provide you with compassionate and comprehensive heart care that is tailored to your needs.
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Neurology
CHRISTUS Health works on comprehensive, detailed, and focused for treatment and offers a highly effective approach to disease management.
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Orthopedics
CHRISTUS Health is here to ensure your bones and joints are in exceptional condition, whether you're in your 60s playing golf or a high school athlete who wants to perform at your highest level.
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Rehabilitation
Our therapy programs are designed around you – your needs, your recovery. Our patients range from competitive athletes, weekend warriors, and injured workers to traumatic brain injury with significant neurological impairment.
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Urology
CHRISTUS Health is dedicated to providing advanced diagnosis and treatment of urologic conditions. Our physicians are specialists in general urologic care and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgical procedures.
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Women's Health
CHRISTUS Health understands how involved and committed women are to their family, friends and careers, that is why our comprehensive health care services support women in all stages of life.
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Wound Care
Many people are affected by hard-to-heal wounds that can result from a number of factors including poor circulation, diabetes, trauma, altered nutritional status and immune system problems. In these cases, special treatment and care could be required.
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Hours & Locations
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A hybrid OR means better outcomes, faster recovery times and shorter hospital stay because patients can have one procedure rather than multiple procedures. It’s also safer and seamless if a minimally invasive procedure suddenly turns into an open case.
CHRISTUS Ochsner SWLA Foundation
CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation, through support from its generous donors, funds significant enhancements for its facilities and community outreach programs, which allow patients to access the most advanced technology and treatments right here at home.
