Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - Shreveport is a public, four-year institution located in Shreveport, Louisiana, situated within a midsize city in the northwestern part of the state. The campus enrolled 1,201 students (IPEDS 2023) and serves as a health sciences-focused component of the LSU system, training healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines.

The institution offers programs including the Physician Associate/Assistant program at the bachelor's level and Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist at the associate's level, among other health sciences curricula. These programs prepare graduates for licensure and practice in high-demand healthcare fields.

Shreveport is the third-largest city in Louisiana and serves as a regional medical hub for the Ark-La-Tex area spanning Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas. LSU Health Shreveport's presence in the city supports the local healthcare workforce and provides clinical training opportunities within a network of regional medical facilities.