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

• 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).

• To allow exposure and experience to the subspecialties, quality improvement and research to foster advancement, collaboration and innovation (Practice-Based Learning and Improvement).

• 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).