Louisiana Commission on Perinatal Care and Prevention of Infant Mortality

Created by R.S. 40:2018, the commission consists of 16 members. The following are appointed by Governor:

• 2 Neonatologist (1 active in medical education and 1 actively engaged in private practice);
• 1 Obstetrician;
• 1 Family Practictioner;
• 1 Pediatrician;
• 1 Female Health Nurse Practitioner;
• 1 Neonatal Nurse;
• 1 rep from Family Planning;
• 2 Health Care Adminstrators representing the public and private sector;
• 1 Social Worker;
• 1 Nutritionist;
• 2 Perinatologists;
• 1 Member of the House appointed by the House Speaker,
• 1 member of the senate appointed by the Senate President.

Members appointed by the governor shall serve at his pleasure.

Related Resources:

• Board Information
• Meeting Agendas

For More Information, Please Contact:

Cara McCarthy
Cara.McCarthy@la.gov 
(504) 568-2784