Ochsner Lafayette General

Bariatric Surgery • Lafayette, LA

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About

Ochsner Lafayette General (OLG) is a leading Lafayette, LA-based hospital system offering bariatric/weight-loss surgery among its surgical and medical services. Key points: - Part of the Ochsner Health system, delivering care across Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Gulf South with a mission to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. - Recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Southwest Louisiana for three consecutive years. - Bariatric/weight-loss care is available as part of OLG’s comprehensive services, which include advanced surgery options, specialized programs, and ongoing medical support. - Contact and location details: main campus at 1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503, with other offices in Kaplan, Youngsville, and Lafayette vicinity. If you’re specifically seeking weight-loss surgery in Lafayette, OLG provides expert bariatric care within a trusted Louisiana health system and offers a range of procedures and post-operative support. For the exact bariatric surgeon options, programs, eligibility, and insurance coverage, check the OLG website or contact their patient services.

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Clinic Type

Bariatric Surgery

Address

Ochsner Lafayette General, Lafayette, Louisiana

Phone

337-237-xxxx

Email

patientadvocate@ochsner.org

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Website

https://www.ochsner.org/services/bariatric-surgery-lafayette/

Services Offered

Bariatric surgery
Weight-loss programs
Non-surgical weight-loss program
Bariatric seminars
Dietitian consultations
Behavior modification education
Mental health support
Nurse practitioner follow-up
Bariatric patient advocacy
Group and individual education sessions
Post-surgery follow-up care
Insurance assistance with bariatric care
Weight-loss counseling
Support groups

Team

Board-certified bariatric surgeons, Board-certified — Surgical leadership

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What weight-loss procedures are offered?

A full spectrum of bariatric procedures and a non-surgical weight-loss program.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

ObesityHelp (Acadiana Weight Loss Surgery): 5.0 out of 5 (average based on 17 ratings) (17 ratings)
Vitals (Dr. Philip Gachassin): 4.3 out of 5 stars (14 reviews)
Vitals (Dr. Dennis Eschete): 4.4 out of 5 stars (5 written reviews (20 ratings total))

Patients praise

Highly regarded surgical competence and successful weight loss outcomes for many patients
Comprehensive, structured support programs including information resources and follow-up care
Professional, attentive, and compassionate nursing and support staff mentioned in many patient stories
Programs recognized for excellence, including Blue Distinction Center status for bariatrics

Common complaints

Concerns about bedside manner and perceived lack of compassion post-operation from some providers
Reports of billing issues, specifically double billing and difficulties with insurance coverage communication
Occasional long wait times for office visits
Isolated reports of dissatisfaction with diagnostic accuracy and post-operative recovery outcomes

"Dr. Gachassin and his entire office really are involved with the whole process... I was given a wealth of information and resources by everyone there. They made me feel completely at ease and confidant in what was happening."

— Vitals Patient Review

"Throughout my entire experience, Dr. Eschete has been the absolute best physician. He is caring and calm. He makes my smallest accomplishments seem as big as the Pacific Ocean."

— Vitals Patient Review

"Watch out for double billing..even with insurance they will charge you 250, then charge your ins comp. the same amt... Bad practices. Rude receptionist."

— ObesityHelp Patient Review

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

In the News

Meet the New Providers at Ochsner Lafayette General | Ochsner Health — Oct 13, 2025
Rethinking Weight Loss with Ochsner Experts – The Current — Aug 7, 2025
Ochsner Lafayette General offers solutions for extra skin and post-weight loss wellness | Sponsored: Ochsner Health | theadvocate.com — Aug 17, 2025
Ochsner and Crux partner to offer affordable obesity care nationwide | Ochsner Health — Jan 7, 2026
New physicians join Ochsner Lafayette General to support growing patient needs in Acadiana | Ochsner Health — Dec 10, 2025

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026. Own this clinic? Claim or correct this listing.