Hector Montalvo
Dr. Hector M. Montalvo is an experienced internist in Metairie, Louisiana, specializing in treating diabetes, chronic kidney disease, obesity, and other conditions. He received his medical degree from Universidad de San Carlos FOMS and has been practicing for over 20 years, with a focus on adult primary care and a range of subspecialties.
Ivan Gamboa-Velez
Dr. Ivan J. Gamboa, MD, specializes in endocrinology, focusing on conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, and osteoporosis. He completed his medical degree at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia and his fellowship at Rush University Medical Center, and speaks English, Spanish, and German.
Jonathan Welden
Dr. Welden is an endocrinologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine and metabolic disorders. Based in Baton Rouge, LA, he has extensive experience in managing conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, and other hormone-related issues.
Julie Talavera
Dr. Julie Talavera is a Board-Certified endocrinologist specializing in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism. She graduated from Louisiana State University Medical School and completed her internal medicine residency and endocrinology fellowship at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Manhattan.
Justin Matrisciano
Dr. Matrisciano graduated from the School of Medicine at Stony Brook University Medical Center in 1994. He specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and is affiliated with Lane Regional Medical Center in Dartmouth, MA.
Kamal Bhusal
Dr. Bhusal graduated from the Institute of Medicine Tribhuvan University in 2002. He specializes in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and is affiliated with Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport in Shreveport, LA.
Taking Care Of Momma
Aj Williams
Aj Williams is a dedicated lactation consultant offering comprehensive services from preconception to pre-kindergarten all in one location. She is passionate about supporting families through every stage of early childhood development, providing expert guidance and care.
Akia Richards
Akia Williams is a 24-year-old Black doula focused on empowering African American women and first-time mothers with the knowledge and support needed for confident birthing experiences. Her journey began with supporting a high-risk pregnancy in her family, inspiring her commitment to informed and empowered births.
Amara Ali
Amara Ali is a full-spectrum birthkeeper dedicated to supporting first-time mothers. She offers compassionate care for home births and lotus births, guiding families through the transformative journey of childbirth with expertise and personalized support.
Azizi Chaisson
Azizi Chaisson incorporates the healing methods of Black midwives from the American South in her work, emphasizing the importance of self-care at all times. She is dedicated to promoting holistic wellness and nurturing practices to empower individuals on their healing journeys.
Brittany Aseme
Brittany, also known as Bee, is a New Orleans-based birth worker, nurse, and natural mama to three boys. Passionate about holistic living and the transformative power of natural birth, Bee supports women throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, encouraging alignment with their inner guidance and trusting the body’s innate ability to birth naturally.
