Ochsner Children’s – Baton Rouge

The Faces of Pediatric Health
Lauren Haddad, MD; Patrice Tyson, MD; Rachel Bernard, DO; Brittany Landry, MD; Amanda Preedom, MD; Dionna Mathews, MD

Ochsner Children’s – Baton Rouge is dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care that puts families first. Their team of pediatricians and pediatric specialists work collaboratively under one roof, ensuring that children receive expert care that’s close to home.

They understand that when a child is sick or needs medical attention, parents need convenient access to excellent care. That’s why they offer same-day and next-day appointments, both in-person and virtual visits, as well as extended hours.

How is Ochsner involved in our community? Ochsner Baton Rouge stays connected to the community through a variety of outreach programs that benefit children across the area. Our team participates in career fairs and job shadowing opportunities that introduce students to healthcare careers. We host STEM Pathfinder, a tuition-free STEM summer camp for high school students in grades 9-11. In 2025, Ochsner distributed more than 550 

“Build Your Own Lungs” STEM kits, promoting lung health education and sparking interest in healthcare and science. Through the Baton Rouge Police Department’s “Bags 2 School” event, we provided school supplies to 1,500 kids. Our pediatric team and Baton Rouge Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy also participate in Pelican State Credit Union’s annual Free Kids Bike Race, providing games and goodies.

What is special about the Greater Baton Rouge area to Ochsner? The Greater Baton Rouge area is special because of its people. This region is built on strong relationships, a deep sense of community and a shared commitment to caring for one another. That spirit aligns with who we are and why we do this work. Families trust us with some of the most important moments in their lives, and that responsibility of putting patients first guides everything we do.

What services do you offer? Our clinic offers comprehensive care supporting children’s health from birth through age 18. From routine checkups to specialized treatment for complex conditions, our services include allergy and immunology, dermatology, ear, nose and throat, general surgery, hepatology, neurology, oncology, orthopedics, pediatric gastroenterology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and urology. Our multidisciplinary team also supports children’s emotional, cognitive and physical growth through specialized therapies and behavioral health programs. Developmental and behavioral care services include child and adolescent psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation, psychology, speech and language pathology, and therapy and wellness. At Ochsner Baton Rouge, we’re committed to providing high-quality, compassionate pediatric care to every child.