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Avondale | Marrero | Kenner | Lafitte
Medical Provider List
Dr. Renetta Allen, DNP, FNP
Deputy Medical Director, FNP
Renetta Allen is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner serving as the Deputy Medical Director at InclusiveCare. She provides primary care to patients at InclusiveCare's Marrero, Avondale, Kenner, and SBH - Higgins locations Monday through Saturday.
Ms. Allen earned her Associate Degree in Nursing from Louisiana State University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner certification followed by her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, both from the University of South Alabama. Ms. Allen is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Registered Nurse.
Ms. Allen does this work because she is very passionate and has a desire to serve others. Her core motivation is to make a tangible difference in patients' lives and support vulnerable populations.
One health tip she believes everyone should know is to hydrate smarter by drinking more water throughout the day and reducing consumption of sugary, high-calorie drinks.
To schedule an appointment with Renetta Allen, DNP, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
Maritza Salgado Heuay, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Deputy Medical Officer, Family Nurse Practitioner
Maritza Salgado Heuay is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner serving as the Deputy Medical Officer at InclusiveCare. She provides primary care to patients at InclusiveCare's Kenner location on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Ms. Salgado Heuay earned her Bachelor of Science degrees in Cell & Molecular Biology and Psychology from Tulane University. She also holds an Associate of Science in Nursing from Charity School of Nursing. Ms. Salgado Heuay went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner studies at Loyola University New Orleans. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a Family Nurse Practitioner focus from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Ms. Salgado Heuay is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Registered Nurse.
Ms. Salgado Heuay does this work because she believes providing health care and being of service to underserved populations can ultimately ripple to families and help improve the health of communities.
One health tip she thinks is of utmost importance is that self-care, including taking time to rest, reduce stress, eat well, and exercise, is pivotal to staying healthy overall.
To schedule an appointment with Maritza Salgado Heuay, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
Breiyon Smith, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner
Breiyon Smith is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner providing primary care to patients at InclusiveCare's Marrero and SBH - Higgins locations. She sees patients Monday through Friday.
Ms. Smith earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dillard University. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University, followed by a Post-Master's Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner studies from Herzing University. Ms. Smith also earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Herzing University.
Ms. Smith is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Registered Nurse.
Ms. Smith does this work because she loves the ability to utilize the practice of medicine to improve patient outcomes, education and quality of life. One health tip she believes everyone should know is that health is wealth - the choices we make today determine the quality of life we will have tomorrow.
To schedule an appointment with Breiyon Smith, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
Bridgette Johnson, CNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
Bridgette Johnson is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner providing primary care services to patients at InclusiveCare's Marrero location. She sees patients Monday through Thursday.
Ms. Johnson earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Louisiana State University Health Science Center at New Orleans School of Nursing. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing, also from LSUHSC New Orleans. Ms. Johnson is board certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Certified Nurse Practitioner.
Ms. Johnson does this work because caring for others is who she is, and providing meaningful, patient-centered care is her calling. One health tip she believes everyone should know is that sleep is medicine - it helps your body heal, your mind recharge, and your health stay strong. She encourages patients to protect their rest.
To schedule an appointment with Bridgette Johnson, CNP, please call 504-341-4006.
Frank De Paula, MD
Family Medicine
Dr. Frank De Paula is a Family Medicine Physician providing primary care to patients at InclusiveCare's Marrero, Avondale and Kenner locations. He sees patients Tuesday through Saturday.
Dr. De Paula earned his Bachelor of Science degree with a dual major in Biology and Spanish from the University of South Dakota. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree at Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. De Paula completed his residency training in Family Medicine at the Memorial Hermann Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. De Paula is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He is licensed to practice medicine in Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana and Texas.
Dr. De Paula does this work because he enjoys working with patients in Louisiana. One health tip he believes everyone should know is that refined carbohydrates like candy, cookies, crackers, cakes, white rice, pasta and bread are bad for your body and to watch out for them.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Frank De Paula, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
Sabrina Spears, FNP-C, APRN, MSN, MHCM, MBA
Family Nurse Practitioner
Sabrina Spears is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner providing primary care services to patients at InclusiveCare's Avondale location. She sees patients Monday through Thursday and on Saturdays.
Ms. Spears earned her RN Diploma from Charity School of Nursing. She went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama. Ms. Spears holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Health Care Management (MHCM) from the University of Phoenix. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Herzing University.
Ms. Spears is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Registered Nurse.
Ms. Spears does this work because she wants to make a difference in the community she serves. Her motto is: "If I can help somebody as I travel along the way, my living will not be in vain."
One health tip Ms. Spears believes everyone should know is to be true to your body and it will be true to you!
To schedule an appointment with Sabrina Spears, FNP-C, APRN, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
John Rhodes, MD
Gastroenterologist
Dr. John Rhodes is a Gastroenterologist providing specialty GI care to patients at InclusiveCare's Marrero location. He sees patients on Fridays.
Dr. Rhodes earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology from Louisiana State University. He went on to complete a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology followed by his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, both from LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans. Dr. Rhodes completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Gastroenterology. Dr. Rhodes is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Rhodes does this work because he enjoys the art and science of medicine, meeting and helping people attain better quality of life, and constantly learning. One health tip he believes everyone should know is to stay active.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. John Rhodes, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
Maneesh Gupta, MD
Gastroenterologist
Dr. Maneesh Gupta is a Gastroenterologist providing specialty GI care to patients at InclusivCare's Marrero location. He sees patients on Fridays.
Dr. Gupta earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree at LSU School of Medicine. Dr. Gupta completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Gastroenterology. Dr. Gupta is board certified in Gastroenterology. He does this work because he loves taking care of patients and helping diagnose and treat GI disease.
One health tip Dr. Gupta believes everyone should know is to eat more fiber and drink more water.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Maneesh Gupta, please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.
George E. Ray Jr., DPM
Podiatrist
Dr. George E. Ray Jr. is a Podiatrist providing foot and ankle care to patients at InclusiveCare's Marrero, Avondale and Kenner locations. He sees patients Monday through Friday.
Dr. Ray earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology (Pre-Medical) from Jackson State University. He went on to complete his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, formerly known as the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, in 2004. Dr. Ray completed his medical residency at the Coatesville VA Medical Center in Coatesville, PA and his surgical residency at Midway Hospital in Los Angeles, CA.
For Dr. Ray, his approach to helping patients is about so much more than feet — it's about people. He loves that this work challenges him to solve problems that are often more complex than they appear on the surface, while also giving him the chance to build real, lasting relationships with the people he cares for. Dr. Ray finds it deeply rewarding to help patients go from pain and limitation to walking comfortably again. That kind of impact is what keeps him passionate about podiatry every single day.
One foot health tip Dr. Ray believes everyone should know is that the feet are among the most hardworking yet often most neglected structures of the body. He recommends a daily foot self-exam to inspect for any abnormalities, as early detection allows for timely intervention.
Dr. Ray also emphasizes knowing when to seek professional podiatric care for persistent pain, numbness, skin changes, or slow-healing wounds. Many common foot conditions are preventable with consistent and informed care practices.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. George E. Ray Jr., please call 504-341-4006. Virtual telemedicine visits are also available.