Ochsner Children’s Hospital Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Surgery

Ochsner Children’s Hospital Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Surgery

The Face of Congenial Heart Care

Benjamin Peeler, Chief, Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiac Surgery

The pediatric cardiology experts and cardiothoracic surgeons at Ochsner Children’s Hospital have been at the forefront of caring for young hearts for over 40 years, offering comprehensive care across a wide range of pediatric heart conditions. The hospital’s multidisciplinary team of specialists includes pediatric cardiac surgeons, interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, heart transplant experts, and other medical professionals who collaborate to provide cuttingedge care tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Ochsner Children’s Hospital is nationally recognized as a leader in pediatric heart transplant care. It holds the distinction of performing the Gulf South’s first pediatric heart transplant, marking a significant milestone in advancing heart care for children in the region.

For four consecutive years, the hospital has been ranked No. 1 in Louisiana and among the top 50 children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. It is also the only hospital in the region ranked in three pediatric specialties, including Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Surgery, underscoring its commitment to excellence in pediatric care. In addition to heart transplants, Ochsner’s pediatric cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery teams diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of heart conditions, such as congenital heart defects, acquired heart disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, and other cardiac disorders. The hospital’s expertise and advanced medical technology ensure that children receive the highest quality care available.

For more information, visit ochsner.org/services/pediatric-cardiology.