The Department of Pediatrics at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans is dedicated to excellence in patient care, mastery in teaching, and continuous learning. These core values and beliefs form the foundation of the daily work of our faculty, staff and learners. We work to serve our communities while improving their health and well-being.
Our strong affiliation with Manning Family Children's Hospital of New Orleans, the state's dominant free-standing pediatric health care facility, ensures access to the finest facilities dedicated to our shared mission to become the region's leader in pediatric clinical care, education and focused research by the year 2030.
The character of the Department and University were forged upon the challenges of Hurricane Katrina and the need to rebuild health care infrastructure and resources following the storm. New Orleans' food, culture, music and energy have come roaring back. Next up is the re-invention of pediatric healthcare in south Louisiana. The Department of Pediatrics at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans is leading the way. Come and join us.
Dedrick Moulton, MD
Professor and Head
Department of Pediatrics
LSUHSC School of Medicine - New Orleans
Department NEWS
Pediatric Residency Program
The LSU-New Orleans Pediatric Residency Program offers the enthusiastic medical student a challenging and rewarding training program. With approximately 90% of rotations based at Manning Family Children's Hospital, our residents have the opportunity to participate in the care of children from across Louisiana and the Gulf South. Residents are exposed to a wide range of pediatric illnesses while contributing to the hospital's positive culture and commitment to patient safety.
Learn more Meet the CHIeF RESIDENTS Rotation Schedule how to apply
Pediatric Fellowship Programs
For physicians pursuing specialized pediatric practice, the LSU Department of Pediatrics offers a variety of fellowship programs. Upon completing your fellowship training, you will be well-equipped to provide excellent subspecialty care independently, serve as a community expert, contribute to medical knowledge, and educate future physicians.
At LSU, you will deepen your medical knowledge and patient care skills under the supervision of our esteemed faculty. Additionally, we will enhance your scientific inquiry abilities, enabling you to contribute to medical literature and patient care. Our faculty fosters mentored relationships that support collaborative research, enriching both your clinical and research expertise.
Pediatric Research
The LSU Department of Pediatrics is dedicated to enhancing pediatric health by fostering the research efforts of our faculty and trainees. Through research, we aim to improve the lives of children and their families by discovering new cures, refining diagnostic and management strategies, and advancing health outcomes for all children. Our strong commitment to research empowers our faculty and trainees to develop innovative methodologies that enhance the health and quality of life for children and their families. This is achieved by promoting scholarly activity through comprehensive research training, collaboration, and the dissemination of findings, thereby enabling medical discovery to thrive.