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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.