Kourtni Atkins-Luster, DNP, FNP-C


Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine

Specialty

Preventive Medicine

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Health Care First Medical Clinic
18015 Willow St
Grosse Tete, Louisiana 70740
For an appointment, call (225) 648-3433
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About Kourtni Atkins-Luster, DNP, FNP-C

Kourtni Atkins-Luster, DNP, FNP-C is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Grosse Tete, Louisiana at the Health Care First Medical Clinic.


 

Tips & Wisdom

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Blood pressure is determined both by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. Normal blood pressure ranges from a systolic of 90-130 and a diastolic 55-80.  Know your numbers have your blood pressure checked frequently. Exercise, drink 6-8oz glasses of water daily, and follow the DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertensi...

Patient Education Resources

How can I reduce my blood pressure without taking medication?
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
My PSA is elevated. What should I do next?
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
What are new ways to monitor my glucose levels with diabetes?
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
What are treatments for my child’s asthma?
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
What tests can determine if my pelvic pain is due to endometriosis or something else?
There are several tests that can be used to diagnose endometriosis, a condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it. The most common tests include:Pelvic exam: During a pelvic e...

Education & Training

  • Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge: Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge: Master of Science, Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge: Bachelors of Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse