Debra H. and Robert J. Patrick Neuroscience Institute

Ochsner Health

The new freestanding Neuroscience Institute brings Ochsner Health’s nationally recognized neuroscience programs together in one destination, creating a new model for comprehensive, multidisciplinary neurological care in the Gulf South. Joining 25 programs under one roof, the institute connects specialists, advanced technology, research, rehabilitation, and supportive services to make complex care easier to navigate for patients and families.

At the heart of the institute is the patient experience. Intuitive wayfinding, accessible spaces, and integrated services are designed around the unique needs of patients and caregivers, helping them feel informed, supported, and cared for throughout their journey. With a curvilinear layout inspired both by traditional New Orleans architecture and the design and functionality of brain synapses, the space will utilize sun screens both to mitigate solar heat gain and to help patients with visibility and processing issues safely and comfortably navigate the interior. Together, these elements create a connected environment where clinical excellence, innovation, and whole-person care come together to make a meaningful difference for patients and families.

Project Partners: Woodward Design Group, DDG, McKnight Landscape Architects, Southeast Engineers, YKH Consulting