Artesia Simon, DO

Meet Artesia Simon, DO

Comprehensive Family Medicine Focused on Prevention, Wellness, and Lifelong Health

As a family medicine physician at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Shreveport, Louisiana, Dr. Artesia Simon provides comprehensive primary care for patients aged 6 years and older, helping individuals and families stay healthy throughout every stage of life. A Louisiana native raised in Mansfield, Dr. Simon earned her bachelor’s degree from LSU Shreveport, her medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine Arkansas and completed her Family Medicine residency at LSU Health Sciences Center/University Hospital & Clinics in Lafayette. Her training, leadership experience, and commitment to preventive medicine allow her to deliver thoughtful, whole-person care rooted in long-term relationships and community wellness.

Career at a Glance

• Louisiana native born and raised in Mansfield, Louisiana
• Selected as Chief Resident for the LSU Health Lafayette Family Medicine Residency Program (2025-2026)
• Received Honorable Mention at the Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians Research Poster Competition for her work on evidence-based medication management
• Special clinical interests include obesity management, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and neuromuscular medicine

Clinical Role and Leadership

As a former Chief Resident at LSU Health Lafayette's Family Medicine Residency Program, Dr. Simon demonstrated a commitment to clinical excellence, physician mentorship, and collaborative care. Her leadership experience strengthened resident education and prepared her to serve patients with a broad, evidence-based approach to primary care. Today, she provides comprehensive health care that emphasizes prevention, chronic disease management, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and lifestyle.

She provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Diabetes
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• High cholesterol
• Obesity and weight-related health concerns
• Acute illnesses and infections
• Women's health concerns
• Pediatric and adolescent health needs

What You Can Expect from Care with Artesia Simon, DO

Dr. Simon's osteopathic training and clinical interests reflect a whole-person approach to medicine. She believes good health extends beyond treating symptoms and includes understanding nutrition, lifestyle habits, preventive care, and each patient and family's unique needs. Whether helping patients manage chronic conditions or supporting healthy lifestyle changes, she focuses on building lasting partnerships that promote long-term wellness.

You can expect:

• Personalized care tailored to your health goals
• A strong emphasis on prevention and healthy living
• Evidence-based treatment recommendations
• Collaborative decision-making and open communication
• Compassionate support through every stage of life

Advanced Diagnostic Care

As a board-certified Family Medicine physician, Dr. Simon combines comprehensive primary care training with a strong foundation in preventive medicine and chronic disease management. Her clinical interests in nutrition, obesity management, and lifestyle medicine help patients address the root causes of health concerns while building sustainable strategies for long-term wellness. She uses current evidence-based guidelines to provide preventive screenings, manage chronic disease, and coordinate care when specialty services are needed.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

Dr. Simon continues to advance family medicine through scholarly activity and physician leadership. During residency, she participated in the Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians Research Poster Competition, where her team's project, "PPIs: A Balanced Approach to Prescribing and Deprescribing," earned Honorable Mention. This work focused on promoting safe, evidence-based medication management and reflects her commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Her election as Chief Resident further demonstrated her dedication to education, mentorship, and continuous professional growth.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Throughout her residency training, Dr. Simon participated in a program dedicated to serving diverse patient populations through preventive care, health screenings, family medicine services, and community outreach initiatives. Her commitment to nutrition, preventive medicine, and chronic disease prevention aligns with a broader mission of improving health outcomes and reducing barriers to care. By helping patients make informed decisions about their health and wellness, she strives to support healthier individuals, families, and communities throughout Northwest Louisiana.