Mission & Aim
Mission Statement
The Louisiana State University School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology (Baton Rouge) Residency Program strives to provide an academic environment to train physician leaders to become compassionate, respectful and competent obstetricians and gynecologists in a diverse, underserved community in Louisiana.
Program Aims
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To develop residents' knowledge base and technical surgical skills to practice evidence-based medical and surgical comprehensive health care for women and instill the value of a commitment to life-long learning (Patient Care, Medical Knowledge).
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To allow exposure and experience to the subspecialties, quality improvement and research to foster advancement, collaboration and innovation (Practice-Based Learning and Improvement).
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To cultivate effective communication adherent to professional and ethical principles and advocate for healthcare system improvements through multidisciplinary teamwork (Interpersonal and Communication Skills, Professionalism, Systems Based Practice).
Spotlight
“Dr. Neelima Sukhavasi grew up in Nederland, Texas. She studied public health and obtained a Masters in Public Health at Tulane University. She did her Ob/Gyn residency training at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Sukhavasi enjoys being in the operating room and delivering cute little babies! ”
“Dr. Gabrielle Alexander grew up in Yazoo City, Mississippi, and attended the University of Mississippi for her undergraduate degree and University of Mississippi Medical Center for her medical degree. She loves the fact that as an Ob/Gyn resident, there is never time to be bored!”
“I have been lucky enough to find lifelong friendships in residency.
After residency, I would like to practice the full scope of general obstetrics and gyn, and can’t wait to perform my own surgeries like robotic hysterectomies after graduation.”