The NOPA Team

Dr. Lang

Dr. Edward Lang, DPM

Our Chief Podiatric Surgeon

Dr. Edward Lang, a native New Orleanian, attended Brother Martin High School and the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine), where he received his doctorate in podiatric medicine. During his training, Dr. Lang studied surgical techniques under the direction of Gerard V. Yu, a pioneer in podiatric surgery. He continued his education in an intensive preceptorship with a concentration in rear and forefoot surgery and a surgical externship with Dr. Joseph Addante, a world-renowned leader in the field of podiatric medicine. In 2021, Dr. Lang earned the distinction "Center of Excellence" for his work on the 3-D Lapiplasty Bunion Correction procedure. In 2022, Dr. Lang completed Treace Medical's 'Master's Program' in 3-D Lapiplasty Bunion Correction techniques. Dr. Lang is certified in nutrition through Stanford University Medicine's Center for Health Education and is committed to helping his community achieve optimal foot health from an integrative approach. 

Dr. Lang is board-certified in podiatric medicine and surgery with the American Board of Lower Extremity Surgery. He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the Louisiana Podiatric Medical Association, and a Fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association. Dr. Lang is the former host of WBYU's popular talk radio show 'Footnotes.' He is the first and only podiatrist to have been awarded the City Business 'Health Care Hero Award' for podiatric medicine (2014).

Ahava

Ahava Lang

Managing Co-Founder

Ahava is a founding partner of the New Orleans Podiatry Associates practice. She has been serving patients in the podiatry space for over thirty years. If you have questions or concerns about your NOPA experience, she can receive you on site, by phone or by email. In her free time, Ahava is puttering around the NOLA skies in her rented Cessna 172 or hanging out with her life partner, their children, and their pups, Buttercup and Westley.

Jeanne

Jeanne

Coding and Billing Specialist

With over fifteen years of medical insurance experience, Jeanne brings knowledge to the NOPA team. When it comes to your insurance billing, Jeanne functions as a coding specialist and as an intermediary between you and your insurance provider to ensure your claims are processed accurately and efficiently. She can answer any of your insurance, claims, or billing questions. Jeanne is a busy mother to two precious little ones and can be found boating or basking in the NOLA sun on any given weekend.

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Caroline

Front Desk Coordinator

Originally from Miami, Florida, Caroline graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with concentrations in science and education. Caroline has over ten years in the medical field, and provides our patients with assistance in insurance, billing, scheduling, and translation in both ASL and Spanish languages. Caroline's first love is her adorable son, and her second is the New Orleans music scene she immerses herself in every chance she gets.

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Samuel

Lead Medical Assistant

Born and raised in New Orleans, "Sam" attended Xavier University New Orleans in the pre-pharmacy program. Here at NOPA, Sam is an invaluable part of our team and one of our lead medical assistants. Sam is bilingual in Spanish and is an internationally ranked video game champion who enjoys traveling the globe with his dog, Benny.

Brisshon

Brisshon

Medical Assistant

Brisshon, a NOLA native, brings a blend of expertise and passion to her role as a medical assistant. Having graduated from Blue Cliff College, she possesses over 6 years of hands-on experience in the healthcare field. Her journey into the medical realm began with a profound dedication to serving others. A fervent poetry enthusiast, she cherishes moments spent immersed in the beauty of prose, often discovering new perspectives and insights within the lines of verse. When not in the clinical setting, she finds joy in the company of her family. With a steadfast dedication to excellence and a genuine passion for her craft, Brisshon is an invaluable addition to our NOPA team.

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Monday:

6:45 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

6:45 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

6:45 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

6:45 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

6:45 am-12:00 pm

Saturday:

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