At Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health, pediatric pulmonologists specialize in treating children of all ages that suffer from breathing issues, including asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia or wheezing problems.
Our team is specialized in treating a wide range of pediatric pulmonary diseases and offer services that help our team take care of your children. We collaborate with other specialists to provide a high-quality service for the care of our patients throughout Louisiana and the Mississippi border.
Providers in Baton Rouge
Dr. Andres Carrion is the Section Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology. Dr. Carrion earned his medical degree from San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. Completed his pediatric residency at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge. Followed by his fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis.
Dr. Carrion is board-certified in pediatrics and pediatric pulmonology. He serves as faculty for OLOLCH Pediatric Residency Program, and Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics for Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Thoracic Society, and American College of Chest Physicians. His clinical areas of interest include aerodigestive disorders, home mechanical ventilation, flexible bronchoscopy, and cardiopulmonary physiology.
Dr. Carrion first joined our organization in 2010. He is fluent in Spanish and English. Dr. Carrion is a dedicated physician who enjoys helping patients and collaborate with colleagues to deliver the best care possible.
Sterling Simpson, MD, received his double bachelor of science in biology and psychology from the University of Buffalo, School of Biology. For his post-graduate degree, Dr. Simpson completed his master in physiology from Syracuse University, School of Biology. Dr. Simpson earned his medical degree from the Upstate Medical Center, State University of New York at Syracuse. He completed his pediatric internship and residency at NYU Langone Hospital. Dr. Simpson completed his postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric pulmonology/sleep medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and the AAP Subspeciality Board – Pediatric Pulmonology. He cherishes being a father to a son and daughter and personally focuses on healthy eating and exercise. He embraces the connection between mental and spiritual wellness and resulting physical health.
Dr. Jessica Brown is triple board certified in Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology, and Sleep Medicine. She received her Osteopathic Medical Degree and Master’s Degree in Public Health from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She completed pediatric residency at the University of Florida Shands Hospital in Gainesville. After doing general pediatrics for 5 years in Florida, she completed fellowship training in both Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine at the University of Alabama Birmingham.
Dr. Brown is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics for Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans and Clinical Educator for the Department of Pediatrics at Tulane University. She is a member of the American Thoracic Society, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and American College of Chest Physicians. Her clinical interests include childhood asthma, sleep apnea, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
Dr. Brown has been with our organization since 2016. She is fluent in English and speaks Spanish, and enjoys running, hiking, and traveling.
Grace received her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from LSU and a bachelor of science in nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She then completed her master of science in nursing at UAB with specialization as a Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. Grace has experience at Children’s of Alabama as a registered nurse in the cardiovascular intensive care unit and other critical care units. Grace is certified by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
Grace joined our team in 2022. She enjoys running as well as spending time with her family and friends.
Pediatric Pulmonary Function Testing Lab
Pulmonary function testing is an assessment of the integrated mechanical function of the lung, chest wall, and respiratory muscles by measuring volumes and capacities. They are helpful in diagnosing and assessing certain pulmonary conditions. Our Lady of the Lake Pediatric Pulmonary Function Testing Lab has experienced and skillful personnel for performing and interpreting pediatric pulmonary function tests. Our lab can perform different types of pulmonary tests up to 21 years of age.
