Yannika Edwards, NP

YAnnika Edwards earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree followed by a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, LA. Prior to joining the Ochsner team, YAnnika worked as a registered nurse gaining experience in the ICU, medical-surgical unit, and long-term care. YAnnika is an active member of The American Association of Nurse Practitioners, The Louisiana Association of Nurse Practitioners, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and licensed by the State of Louisiana as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.YAnnika is originally from Reserve, Louisiana. She truly enjoys helping and caring for others, which naturally led her to her career choice.

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Southern University and A&M College
Field of Study: MSN-FNP

June 2023

The NP was phenomenal! She was extremely informative and patient with me. Walked me through multiple plans of treatment and provided meds to help me soon.

May 2023

She is very good

Todo bien

NP Edwards was very attentive and explained my condition in laymans terms. She then ordered tests needed to confirm kidney problems. After test results I knew I need an MD for treatment.

April 2023

She was kind and courteous to my needs.

March 2023

Great!

Excellent

Will vigorously recommend her to anyone

February 2023

She listened to me and showed concern for my health.

January 2023

5 stars

She actually listens to you and provides great care

Dr. Ya'Nika is amazing!

December 2022

Ms. Edwards is outstanding!! She is knowledgeable and very compassionate.

Good experience

November 2022

All went very well.

October 2022

Dr. Edwards is a wonderful physician in and out. Thank you.

Very pleased

She was very friendly and caring answer all my questions

Excellent treatment, asked me if wanted to try something else, I agreed to try new medicine I already had at home.

September 2022

When she walks in the door,you can feel the warmth In her smile. You can tell she loves what she does.She is concerned about your health and want to help you to make a plan of care that will Improve your health.

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