Rachel Fontenot, NP


Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine

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Baton Rouge Primary Care Collaborative
2013 Central Road, Suite B
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807
For an appointment, call (225) 774-1158
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About Rachel Fontenot, NP

Rachel Fontenot, NP is a board-certified Baton Rouge nurse practitioner providing care to patients at Baton Rouge Primary Care Collaborative.    
 

Conditions Treated

Acid Reflux (GER / GERD)
Asthma
Atopic Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes - Type 2
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoporosis
Overweight and Obesity
Pregnancy

Procedures & Services

Cancer Screening
Contraception
Prenatal Care
Stop Smoking
Vaccines (Immunizations)
Weight Loss
Well Child Checks

Patient Education Resources

I have long COVID. Should I be concerned about getting another COVID vaccine?
Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), refers to the persistence of symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, and muscle pain, among others, afte...
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 the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What are treatment options for an enlarged prostate?
An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects many men as they age. Treatment options for an enlarged prostate will depend on the severity ...
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...

Education & Training

Medical Degree: Southeastern Louisiana University