Tiffany O'Neal is a Nurse Practitioner from Shreveport, Louisiana, with over a decade of experience in the healthcare field. She graduated from Northwestern State University (NSU) for her undergraduate studies and completed her master's at the University of South Alabama in Mobile. A wife and mother of two, O'Neal is passionate about her work and cares deeply about her patients, especially older adults, as she was influenced by the passing of her grandmother when she was younger.
O'Neal specializes in adult primary care with a particular focus on geriatrics, a field she feels a personal connection to due to her grandmother’s passing. She values the relationships she builds with her patients, treating them like family, and often advocates for them in various healthcare settings.
O'Neal believes that her greatest strengths are her ability to advocate for her patients, listen to their needs, and show compassion. Her patients appreciate the time she takes to understand their problems holistically, considering not just their medical needs but also their personal lives. This approach has earned her high praise from those she cares for.
While O'Neal has not yet published any research, she has been instrumental in improving workflows within her practice, making healthcare more efficient and accessible. She has contributed to initiatives like health fairs and continues to focus on patient care.
O'Neal works at Total Health Family Medicine, an all-Black-owned, family-oriented primary care practice in Shreveport. The practice offers a wide range of services from birth to older age, with in-house lab services and referrals for major procedures. O'Neal has been with the team since 2019 and emphasizes the importance of holistic care, which aligns with the practice’s values.
Though humble about her achievements, O'Neal is seen as a leader within her community. She strives to motivate others and serves as a mentor to new nurse practitioners. She believes in showing others that, as a Black woman, she can be a role model in a field where such representation was historically limited. O'Neal is dedicated to paving the way for the next generation, encouraging young people to pursue their dreams, whether in healthcare or other fields.
O'Neal stresses the importance of cardiovascular health, emphasizing exercise as a critical component of maintaining a healthy life. She also advises avoiding drugs and alcohol to promote overall well-being and longevity. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and O'Neal advocates for a balanced approach to wellness.