Business Details
Your Trusted Family Healthcare Provider in Arcadia, LA
Bienville Family Clinic is a public Rural Health Clinic operated by the Bienville Parish Hospital Service District No. 2. Our team of experienced providers, including Dr. Melinda Willis, M.D., Pediatrician, and Nurse Practitioners Vonceil Cooper and Jennifer Roy, delivers comprehensive family-oriented care for patients of all ages. We specialize in well-woman care, newborn and well-child care, pediatrics, adult/geriatric care, and chronic condition management. Our Medical Director, Dr. Terry B. Gardner, ensures adherence to the highest standards of family medicine. We maintain affiliations with Bienville Wellness Center, offering state-of-the-art fitness facilities with month-to-month memberships.Our providers assume responsibility for total primary health care needs while coordinating referrals to specialists when required. We emphasize long-term relationships through continuous care during pregnancy planning, delivery referrals, and postnatal consultations. Our practice encourages families to maintain a single provider for coordinated healthcare while offering flexible scheduling with alternative providers when needed. Located in Arcadia, Louisiana, we serve patients throughout the lifespan with accessible, equitable care.
Services
Routine Family Care
Preventive Services
Immunizations
Chronic Condition Management
Pregnancy Planning
Well-Child Care
Adult/Geriatric Care
Work Physicals
Drug Screening
Patient Education
Highlights and features
- We serve all patients regardless of ability to pay
- We offer discounted fees for qualifying patients
- We accept Medicare and Medicaid for all ages
- Our providers have decades of combined healthcare experience
- We coordinate specialist referrals for complex care needs
Associations and certifications
- National Health Services Corps
Services
Routine Family Care
Our providers deliver comprehensive primary care for all ages, from newborns to seniors. We offer continuous medical management for chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes while maintaining preventive care schedules. Our family-centered approach coordinates care across multiple providers when needed, ensuring consistent treatment plans for every family member.
Preventive Services
We emphasize disease prevention through regular screenings and immunizations. Our services include well-woman exams, pediatric checkups, and adult health assessments. Early detection programs help identify potential health issues before they become serious, promoting long-term wellness for our community.
Chronic Condition Management
Our team specializes in managing chronic illnesses like diabetes and hypertension. We develop personalized treatment plans with regular monitoring and patient education. This proactive approach helps patients maintain optimal health while preventing complications through coordinated care strategies.
Pregnancy Planning
We provide comprehensive care throughout the pregnancy journey. Our services include preconception counseling, prenatal checkups, and postnatal care for mothers and infants. We coordinate with specialist obstetricians for delivery while maintaining continuity of care for the entire family.
Work Physicals
We offer DOT physicals and employment-related medical exams. Our certified providers ensure compliance with industry-specific health requirements while maintaining confidentiality. These services help maintain workplace safety standards through thorough medical evaluations.
People
Dr. Terry B. Gardner
Medical Director
Board-certified family medicine physician with over 25 years of practice experience in Arcadia. Completed family medicine residency at LSU Medical Center after a career in geology. Oversees clinical operations and quality assurance at Bienville Family Clinic.
Angelia Vonceil Cooper
Nurse Practitioner
Bilingual Spanish-English family nurse practitioner with 30+ years of healthcare experience. Holds MSN from Alcorn State University and provides care across urgent care, internal medicine, and family practice settings since 2009.
Carrie Abney
Case Manager
Certified Medication Administration professional with 18 years at Community Bridges before joining Bienville Family Clinic. Holds phlebotomy certification and manages patient care coordination while balancing family responsibilities.
Mary Chreene
Licensed Practical Nurse
Experienced pediatric nurse serving Northern Bienville Parish for 15+ years. Active community member who contributes to patient care while maintaining family traditions through travel and culinary activities.
Crystal Rabo
Administrator
Certified medical coder with 10+ years of billing experience across multiple specialties. Joined Bienville Family Clinic in 2014 and became Chief Operations Officer in 2015. Manages administrative operations with expertise in healthcare finance.
Questions
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (318) 263-7970 during business hours. Same-day appointments are available if requested before 9:00 a.m.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans for children and adults.
Are family members allowed during appointments?
Yes, relatives and friends are welcome to accompany patients during their visits.
Do you offer weekend hours?
Our clinic operates Monday-Friday and is closed for major U.S. holidays.
How are specialist referrals handled?
Our staff coordinates referrals to specialists while maintaining continuity of your primary care.
Is there financial assistance available?
We offer discounted fees for qualifying patients based on income and family size.
