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Cherie Oertling, MD

Principal Investigator
Cherie Oertling, MD earned her undergraduate degree at Louisiana State University before obtaining her medical degree at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. Upon graduation, she remained in New Orleans to complete her residency in pediatrics at Children’s Hospital and the Medical Center of New Orleans. In 1996, Dr. Oertling began practicing in Slidell, LA where she has served children and their families for over 25 years. Dr. Oertling manages her practice along with her husband and fellow pediatrician, Dr. Robert Oertling. She began conducting clinical trials in 2022. Dr. Oertling’s interest in clinical trials began during the COVID-19 pandemic. She hopes her participation in trials will bring new medications, vaccinations, and treatments to the children in her community and across the world.

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