Catalyst and Heitman Announce Completion of Ochsner Lafayette Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute Expansion
November 14, 2025
PENSACOLA, FLA. — Catalyst Healthcare Real Estate (“Catalyst”), a national healthspan real estate development and investment firm, and Heitman, a global real estate investment management firm, announced the completion and opening of the newly expanded and renovated Ochsner Andrews Institute in Lafayette, Louisiana. The facility is now open and seeing patients, marking a major milestone in the continued growth of Ochsner’s regional orthopedic and sports medicine services.
The $19 million project includes a 14,000-square-foot expansion dedicated to physical therapy and sports medicine services and 17,200-square-foot renovation, modernizing and expanding Ochsner’s existing orthopedic medical office building on the Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopaedic Hospital campus. The upgraded 119,185-square-foot facility enhances Ochsner’s ability to deliver comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine care to the region through expanded clinical areas, upgraded imaging and rehabilitation space, and optimized patient flow.
“We are honored to have played a role in expanding and enhancing orthopedic and sports medicine services for the Ochsner Andrews Institute in the Acadiana Region,” said Chad Henderson, Founder and CEO of Catalyst. “Collaborating with partners like Andrews Medicine and Ochsner, who share our mission and vision, leads to outcomes like this best-in-class facility that will advance healthcare and provide specialized care for the community and surrounding areas.”
The facility’s expansion introduces 18 new exam rooms and two triage rooms, advanced radiology and treatment spaces, private procedure rooms, and an enlarged lobby featuring a new elevator and an improved patient drop-off designed for accessibility. The renovation also includes a refreshed exterior façade with modern aluminum composite panels and glass systems, bringing a contemporary aesthetic to the hospital campus.
“We are excited to announce the successful enhancements at Ochsner Lafayette, including a significant expansion and modernization of the facility,” Brian Pieracci, Head of Private Equity – North America at Heitman. “This project reflects our shared commitment to creating an advanced patient-focused environment that supports advanced healthcare solutions for the community.”
Patrick Gandy, chief executive officer, Ochsner Lafayette General stated, “This investment reflects our vision for a healthier region—one where expert teams, advanced technologies and purposefully designed spaces come together to provide world-class, specialized care right here in Acadiana. It strengthens our commitment to advancing healthcare and ensures patients, athletes and families have access to the best in orthopedic and sports medicine care for generations to come.”
This project represents one of the developments under the programmatic relationship between Ochsner Health and Andrews Medicine, which was formed to bring elite-level orthopedic and sports medicine expertise to the Gulf South. Established through an exclusive partnership, The Ochsner Andrews Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Institute combines Ochsner’s award-winning care with the clinical leadership and research legacy of world-renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews.
“Our goal has always been to make world-class orthopedic care available to athletes and patients in every community we serve,” said Dr. James Andrews, Co-Founder of Andrews Medicine. “This expansion makes that a reality for Lafayette.”
Catalyst worked closely with Ochsner Health and Andrews Medicine to design the expansion around the operational needs of Ochsner’s physicians and staff. The facility remained open throughout construction, allowing Ochsner to continue serving patients while improvements were underway.
ABOUT CATALYST HEALTHCARE REAL ESTATE
Catalyst is a national healthspan real estate development and investment firm. Our platform of integrated real estate services is tailored to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry, with expertise spanning development, acquisition, and strategic advisory. Our mission is to positively impact healthcare delivery by creating spaces that enable providers to thrive and patients to receive exceptional care. Learn more at catalysthre.com.
ABOUT OCHSNER HEALTH
Ochsner Health is the leading nonprofit healthcare provider in Louisiana, Mississippi and across the Gulf South, delivering expert care at its 47 hospitals and more than 370 health and urgent care centers. Ochsner is nationally recognized for inspiring healthier lives and stronger communities through unmatched expertise, quality and digital connectivity. In 2024, Ochsner’s more than 40,000 dedicated team members and 4,900 employed and affiliated physicians cared for 1.6 million people from every state in the nation and 63 countries. To learn more about how Ochsner empowers people to get well and stay well, visit www.ochsner.org.
ABOUT HEITMAN
Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm with $48 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2025. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Chicago, Heitman has 10 offices worldwide and is an active participant in the global real estate property and capital markets. Heitman makes real estate investments through private equity, debt, and publicly-traded real estate securities.
CONTACTS
Catalyst
Bella Costa, Marketing & Partner Liaison bcosta@catalysthre.com | 252-675-3465
Ochsner
Erica Burns, Director of Enterprise Communications
erica.burns@ochsner.org
Heitman
pro-Heitman@prosek.com