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Jeanette Shabazz, PhD, FNP-C
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BAZ FAMILY MEDICAL CLINIC
4310 Chicot St., Pascagoula 228.205.4737 www.bazfamilymedicalclinic.com
What sets me apart from others in my eld is:
First, I am a woman! That makes me very sensitive to and uniquely aware of women’s healthcare needs. Second, I’ve worked in many healthcare settings, such as acute care, palliative care/hospice, gastroenterology, family practice, and urgent care. Third, I have wealth of knowledge from decades of experience in the business world. I have worked for Fortune 500 companies such as IBM, AIG, Accenture, and Saad’s Healthcare as an IT professional and marketer, which enabled me to travel extensively within the United States and abroad.
I believe that education provides opportunity, so I delighted in academic pursuit, resulting in ve degrees: two bachelor’s, two master’s, and a PhD. I believe this breadth of knowledge and my corporate and healthcare professional experience have prepared me for my current role as the owner and heathcare provider of BAZ Family Medical Clinic.
What I like best about what I do is: I enjoy giving back to the community that has embraced and encouraged
me. I am passionate about educating the public on disease prevention and wellness. I also participate in various health fairs providing free health screenings for participants. And, most of all, the second Saturday of each month I host “Give Back Saturdays.” During this event, of ce visits at BAZ Family Medical Clinic are only $49 and lab prices are discounted at our in-house lab.
My greatest successes have been: Frankly, my greatest success thus far has been raising beautiful, honest, hardworking children who are God-fearing and kind. I am a super proud mother! And, yes having a successful career and raising a family is achievable. We can have it all, contrary to what many say.
To my children, continue to uplift God in all that you do, work hard, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Remember to teach your children as I have taught you. The word “can’t” is not in your vocabulary. Continue to strive and be open to different business opportunities.
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