LGBTQ+ Care
LGBTQ+ individuals often face health disparities linked to social stigma, but at Baton Rouge General, we embrace the diversity of our patients and strive to maintain an inclusive environment that provides equal care to patients of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We provide a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals and encourage open communication. Every patient deserves compassionate care and should be able to be their authentic selves with their provider.
Our Services
- Behavioral Health
- Primary Care
- Gender-affirming Care
- HIV Care
- HIV PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Immunizations
- PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis)
- Preventative Care within a Safe Place
- STD & STI Care
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Matthew Bumgardner, MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
- 225-831-4030
- Virtual Visits
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Nathan Sugarman, MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Primary Care
- 225-763-4900
- Virtual Visits
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Oanh H. Truong, MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Primary Care
- 225-381-6620
- Virtual Visits
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Christina Sharon, MDBurn, Burn Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery
- 225-381-2615
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Drake E. Bellanger, MDObesity Medicine
- 225-763-4903
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Jeffrey C. Littleton, MDBurn, Burn Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery
- 225-381-2615
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Vincent L. Shaw, Jr., MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
- 225-381-6620
- Virtual Visits
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Amanda R. Watts, MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Primary Care
- 225-272-0106
- Virtual Visits
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Benjamin Levron, MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Primary Care
- 225-333-3590
- Virtual Visits
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Karalyn R. Bentley, MD,FACSAdvanced Robotics Institute, Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery
- 225-763-4903
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