About US
THE CYPRESS POINTE DIFFERENCE
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital in Hammond, Louisiana, is helping to transform health care across the country, providing patients with appealing options for medical treatment. We provide an array of specialized and complex procedures and surgeries, and are widely regarded for our quality of care.
Cypress Pointe is recognized nationally for delivering an outstanding patient experience, high quality clinical care and successful surgical outcomes. Our 63,000-square-foot hospital provides specialized surgical and care teams. The hospital is licensed for 30 beds and offers both outpatient and inpatient care with private patient rooms.
Patients receive their care away from the bustle of a busy acute care hospital, where emergencies understandably must be prioritized. It’s a safe, cost-effective option for a variety of care needs.
Notably, our patient experience is distinguished by an emphasis on personalized attention, with registered nurses providing care to a smaller number of patients. Our nurse-to-patient ratio has contributed to our many national accolades, including a Five-Star Quality Rating from CMS and Healthgrades recognition for Patient Safety Experience and Outstanding Patient Experience.
Cypress Pointe offers an array of surgeries and procedures in such specialties as orthopedic, spine, ophthalmology, urology, general surgery, ENT, cardiology and more. We also offer multiple services, including lab, imaging, sleep studies and pain management.
Experience the Cypress Pointe Difference.
I AM CYPRESS POINTE
Our mission
At Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital, our mission is simple: Our entire team is focused on providing quality and compassionate healthcare from our family to yours. We create The Cypress Pointe Difference through seven core values.
Our Core Values
Health and Wellbeing
We assert that health is more than the absence of illness, and wellbeing reflects the totality of the individual in body, mind and spirit.
Fiscal Responsibility
We make the most of finite resources, thus assuring our ability to fulfill our Mission.
Social Responsibility
We foster social conditions which contribute to the health of the community beyond our walls.
Compassion
We act in the best interest of those we serve, tempering our action with profound sensitivity to the experience of others.
Integrity
We commit to honest and forthright surgical practices which embody our personal and professional values.
Excellence
We value high quality surgical care and strive for the best in all we do.
Justice
We affirm our moral, legal, and social responsibility to be fair and equitable.
Award-winning care
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital is a DNV accredited surgical hospital and is proud of its many awards and accolades.
2024
- DNV Accredited
- Women’s Choice Award “Outpatient Experience”
- CMS 5 Star
- Press Ganey “Guardian of Excellence Award”
- LHA Malpractice and General Liability “Trust Safety Star Award”
2023
- DNV Accredited
- Healthgrades “Patient Safety Excellence Award”
- Women’s Choice Award “Outpatient Experience”
- New Orleans Top Workplace
2022
- DNV Accredited
- Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
- America’s 100 Best “Women’s Choice Award”
- CMS 5 Star
- Louisiana Life Award “Top Hospital Ranking”
- New Orleans Top Workplace
2021
- DNV Accredited
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Distinction Status in Spine Specialty
- CMS 5 Star
- Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award
- Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
- New Orleans Top Workplace
2020
- DNV Accredited
- CMS 5 Star
- Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award
- Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
- America’s 100 Best “Women’s Choice Award”
- Tangi Best Hospital Award
- 95th percentile HCAHPS
2019
- DNV Accredited
- America’s 100 Best “Women’s Choice Award”
- Top New Orleans Hospital 2019
- 90th percentile HCAHPS
2018
- DNV Accredited
- Press Ganey “Guardian of Excellence” Award
- CMS 5 Star
- America’s 100 Best “Women’s Choice Award”
- Tangi Top Hospital Award
- 95th percentile HCAHPS
2017
- DNV Accredited
- Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award
- Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
- America’s 100 Best “Women’s Choice Award”
- 90th Percentile HCAHPS
2016
- DNV Accredited
- Press Ganey “Guardian of Excellence” Award
- CMS 5 Star
- Becker’s Hospital Review “Top 55 Hospitals Patients Would Definitely Recommend”
- America’s 100 Best “Women’s Choice Award”
- 95th percentile HCAHPS
HOW TO FIND US
Cypress Pointe is centrally located in Hammond, Louisiana, just off Interstate 12. If you don’t find the answer to your questions on this page, please call us at 985-510-6200 to speak with our information desk for assistance.
Ways to Find Us
Use your GPS
Enter Cypress Pointe’s address into your preferred GPS device or navigation app for driving directions.
42570 South Airport Road, Hammond, Louisiana
Traveling from New Orleans, Louisiana
Take I-10 West toward Baton Rouge/New Orleans International Airport.
Travel I-55 North via Exit 310.
Merge onto I-12 East via Exit 29A toward Slidell.
Exit 42 Airport Road.
Turn right onto Airport Road.
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital is on the left.
Traveling from Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Take I-12 East toward Hammond.
Exit 42 Airport Road.
Turn right onto Airport Road.
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital is on the left.
Traveling from Slidell, Louisiana
Take I-12 West toward Hammond.
Exit 42 Airport Road.
Turn Left onto Airport Road.
Go under the overpass. Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital is on the left.
Traveling from Jackson, Mississippi
At the I-55 & I-12 Interchange, take exit 29A (Slidell East) to Exit 42 (Airport Road).
Turn Right onto Airport Road.
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital is on the left.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital’s senior leadership team is responsible for providing leadership, direction and administration to ensure the achievement of our mission and strategic objectives to ensure patients receive excellence in care.
Julie Diodene
Julie Diodene’s nursing career began when she was a nursing assistant at LSU Medical Center in New Orleans while studying to become a nurse. She earned her associates degree in nursing in 1996, and for the past 23 years she has worked as an ICU Nurse, Nurse Director and now Chief Clinical Officer where safe patient outcomes and patient satisfaction are her top priorities. Julie was recognized by her peers in 2012 as one of the “Great 100 Nurses” in the state of Louisiana, and in 2014 she was recognized as a “Top Nurse” by the Northshore District Nurses Association.
Albert Geldenhuys
Albert is a Chartered Accountant (SA) and began his career in accounting and finance with KPMG, subsequently serving in executive level roles in finance, strategy, sales, and business development. He has wide experience in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, and the motor industry. Prior to joining Cypress Pointe Hospital he was the Chief Executive of Avis Fleet, South Africa’s leader in vehicle leasing and fleet management.
Scott Boudreaux
Scott Boudreaux joined Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital in 2021, bringing more than 30 years of executive healthcare experience in various CEO, COO, and CFO roles in both profit and not-for-profit settings. He also has served in regional CEO and CFO roles. Scott has a bachelor of science degree in finance and a masters degree in business administration from the University of New Orleans.