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Shenita Paynes, NP
Family
Family Nurse Practitioner
Education
Master Science of Nursing
Certifications
American Nurse Credential Center (ANCC)
Christopher Givens, NP
Family Medicine
Family Nurse Practitioner
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Radiologic Technology - Copiah Lincoln Community College
ASN - Southwest Mississippi Community College
BSN - William Carey University
MSN - The University of Southern Mississippi
Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME)
Misc
Healthcare career started in 2011, and I have continued to seek opportunities for professional growth, and development to better serve me community. My background includes family practice, medical-surgical, and internal medicine. I am a certified medical examiner through NRCME.
Special interest: urgent care office procedures and internal medicine.
Stacy Cassel
Dental Hygienist
Sandra Garner, LCSW
Behavioral Health, Depression, Domestic Violence, PTSD, Anxiety
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Education
Master's in Social Work
Certifications
Licensed Clinical Social Work
Misc
Certified Group Facilitator in domestic violence for men who are abusers
Melody Jones, NP
Family
Family Nurse Practitioner Certified, MSN, APRN
Education
Southern University A&M College
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing
Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Misc
I became a Family Nurse Practitioner to serve as an advocate in the prevention of chronic illnesses. I love the fulfillment in helping others and making a difference in my community. I emphasize preventative holistic treatment plans. I strive for each treatment plan to encompass the unique situation of each person and can include individualized therapy centered around the patient, while maintaining achievable goals.
Kimberly Brown, NP
Family
Nurse Practitioner Certified, MSN, APRN
Education
BSN from University of Southern Mississippi
MSN from Walden University
Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Rebecca Schrader, NP
Family Practice
Nurse Practitioner
Education
Master's of Science in Nursing
Certifications
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Misc
I have fifteen years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Oncology, Recovery, Telemetry, Med-Surg, and Home Health. I look forward to caring for the people of Kentwood!
Frank Rattray, LPC
Mental Health, Addiction, PTSD, and Trauma
License Professional Counselor
Education
MS in Clinical Psychology and
Clinical Counseling
Certifications
NCE
Avanelle Jack, MD
Internal Medicine, Nephrology, and Hypertension
Medical Doctor
Education
LSU Medical School, New Orleans, LA
Certifications
Nephrology and Internal Medicine
Misc
I have been in academic medicine for most of my career as I help re-establish the Nephrology Fellowship Program in New Orleans at LSU after Hurricane Katrina. Furthermore, I consider myself an Intense Internist. My passion now is preventive health as I would like to see less people going on to dialysis.
The teacher in me wants to be in the community teaching my ‘neighbors’ how to experience a healthy lifestyle while still enjoying South La. Food which is our culture.
Diana Edens, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
School-Based Counselor
Education
Walden University
- MS in Mental Health Counseling
Certifications
CCTP
Cynthia Sears, LCSW
Behavioral Health, Anger Management Trauma and PTSD
Licensed Professional Counselor
Education
M Ed
Certifications
NCC, NCSC
Misc
27 years of experience as a counselor, with 21 years in the educational setting.
Training, EMDR
Ashley Lee, APRN, FNP-C
Primary Care
Family Nurse Practitioner
Education
Master of Science in Nursing
Certifications
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Kenya Lavergne, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, Master of Social Work
Certifications
LCSW
JoAn Ranel, DDS
General Dentistry
Dental Director
Education
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology -LSU
DDS –LSU School of Dentistry
Certifications
Louisiana State Board of Dentistry
Misc
I have practiced general dentistry for the past 23 years
Darrell Hartsfield, DDS
Family Dentistry
Dentist
Education
Loyola Dental School, New Orleans, LA
Laketra Whitney, NP
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Southern University and A&M College Dec. 2009
Master of Science in Nursing with concentration in Women’s Health – University of South Alabama Dec. 2016
Certifications
Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified by National Certification Corporation
Geneva Carter, NP
Family
Nurse Practitioner
Education
ASN, BSN, Nursing
Certifications
ANCC-APRN-FNP-C
Suniti Bhattarai, DDS
General Dentist
DDS
Education
Attended LSU ( graduate degree) and Meharry Medical College ( Dental)
Misc
My goal is to promote oral health care in the community that I serve
Tammy Smith, NP
Family Practice
FNP-C
Education
ADN from Augusta State University in 1990
BSN from Loyola University New Orleans in 2000.
MSN from Loyola University New Orleans in 2003.
Certifications
American Association of Nurse Practitioners Family Nurse Practitioner
Lisa Broadnax-Jackson, LAC
Substance Abuse
Licensed Addiction Counselor
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOCIAL WORK - BSW
Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA 1995
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN ADMINISTRATION & SUPERVISION – M.Ed
Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA 1999
Certifications
LAC – Licensed Addictions Counselor
CCDP – D – Co-occurring Disorder Professional
AADC - Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor
Misc
I have afforded myself over 23 years in the Substance Abuse Counseling field conducting Intensive Outpatient groups, Relapse Prevention, Continued Care, Women’s Issues, Individuals, Family Conjoint, Conflict Resolution and Anger Management Sessions.
Lucas Westphal, LPC
Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Education
Masters’ in Counselor’s Education
Certifications
Licensed Professional Counselor
NCC, National Board Certified Counselor
Misc
Outstanding Intern of the Year 2015
Dr. Marvin Trotter, DPM
Podiatric Surgery and Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery
Podiatrist / Surgeon / Physician
Misc
30 years experience
Kristie Faust, NP
Pediatrics
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Education
BSN Southeastern Louisiana University 2003, MSN University of South Alabama, 2011
Certifications
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
Heather Muse, NP
Family Medicine
Family Nurse Practitioner
Education
Southeastern Louisiana University – Master of Science in Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University – Bachelors of Science in Nursing
Certifications
AANP
Dr. Sean P. Gaffney, DDS
General Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Education
LSU School of Dentistry
Certifications
DDS
Dr. John F. Fidanza III, APMP
Children, Adolescents and Adults; Couples therapy; Forensics; Sport Psychology; Prescribing Psychologist
Director of Behavioral Health, Advanced Practice Medical Psychologist
Education
Doctor of Psychology, M.A., Developmental Psychology, M.S., Clinical Psychopharmacology, B.A., Psychology
Certifications
Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Misc
Former minor league baseball player, New York Yankees and Chicago White Sox organizations; Former Team Sport Psychologist for the Houston Astros, 2010-2016.
Dr. Emery Teryl, DDS
General Dentistry
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Education
D.D.S. from Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry
Dr. Carol M. Patin, MD
Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Chief Medical Officer
Education
Medical school and residency
Benjamin Larisey, LCSW
School-age children and adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Coordinator of Behavioral Health and School-Based Services
Education
Louisiana State University (LSU): Masters of Social Work, 2012
Certifications
Louisiana Board of Social Work Examiners: LCSW
Misc
Eagle Scout; received YMCA’s Red Heart Award for feeding the homeless once a week over a two-year span.
