Physicians Assistants and Nurse Practitioners

Andrew Hebert, PA-C

Born and raised in Abbeville, Louisiana, Andrew has over seven years of experience as a physician associate. He has been practicing orthopedic surgery with Dr. Stubbs for the past 4 years. He graduated from the Louisiana State University with a degree in biochemistry and minor in chemistry in 2010.

Following undergraduate, he earned his master’s degree in physician assistant studies in 2013 at South College in Knoxville, TN. He returned to Acadiana following graduate school, and began his career as a physician assistant. He currently lives in Lafayette with his wife, Kim and three children, Thomas, Margo and Mary.

Charles Melancon, PA-C

As our longest tenured physician assistant, Charlie has been practicing at LBJC with Dr. Muldowny for over 17 years. Although he has called Lafayette home since 2004, Charlie will “always be” from Thibodaux, LA, where he was raised. While in Thibodaux, Charlie earned his Bachelor of Science in biology with a minor in chemistry from Nicholls State University in 1998. After teaching and coaching high school baseball for 3 years, Charlie attended Baylor College of Medicine, where he earned his master’s degree in physician assistant studies in 2003.

Charlie is board certified by the NCCPA and is a member of both the American Association of Physician Assistants (AAPA) and the Louisiana Association of Physician Assistants (LAPA). He prides himself on treating patients “like family,” prioritizing compassion, transparency, and professionalism, while maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of treating spinal and orthopedic conditions.

In his free time, Charlie enjoys cooking and fellowship with friends, family, and his Catholic community; supporting LSU and UL athletics; and coaching and supporting his four children in youth athletics. Charlie and his wife Kay have been married for 17 years and are parishioners of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.

Kathleen Menard, PA-C

Born and raised in Lafayette, LA, Kathleen completed her undergraduate training at UL Lafayette in 2018, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Psychology. She then pursued her Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies at LSU Health Sciences Center–Shreveport. She returned to Lafayette after graduation and has been practicing with Dr. Trahan since 2021. She remains NCCPA board certified and enjoys continuing to expand her knowledge base to provide patients with the most up to date care. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.

Morgan Mannina Williams, PA-C

Morgan is a native of Acadiana. She received her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2003. She completed her postgraduate studies at Eastern Virginia Medical School, where she earned a master’s degree as a physician assistant. She is NCCPA board certified and has over 15 years of experience in spine surgery and general orthopedics. She believes in staying current in the technological advancements in spine surgery and has been a consultant on the development of an intraoperative spine navigation system.

She has a “no nonsense” attitude toward medicine and always goes for the researched and proven methods of treatment. She believes in always advocating for her patients to ensure that they receive top quality care. She has excellent skills in diagnosing spine disorders, developing a treatment plan specific for each individual patient, and explaining that treatment plan in a way that her patients can understand. Outside of work she stays busy with her family and enjoys spending weekends watching her 3 sons play soccer.

Blake Hill, NP

Blake is originally from Upstate New York and relocated to Lafayette, Louisiana in 2006 after visiting during his undergraduate years and quickly falling in love with Acadiana. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, graduating in 2008.

He later earned a Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration from McNeese State University. Blake is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Prior to becoming an FNP, he worked in intensive care, where he developed a strong foundation in critical care, clinical leadership, and patient advocacy. He is passionate about delivering excellent patient care, prioritizing education, and building meaningful connections with his patients.

Blake comes from a military family and has lived in several places, including California and Japan, before his family eventually settled in Upstate New York. He met his wife, Hilary, through mutual friends, and they married in 2014. They now have five beautiful children who keep them busy and bring constant joy to their lives. In his free time, Blake enjoys spending time with his family and training for—and competing in—triathlons.

What we offer

Services

Arthroscopy

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EMG

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 Nerve Conduction Studies

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Orthopedic Trauma

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Reconstructive Surgery

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Robotic-Assisted Surgery

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Shoulder Surgery

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Spine Surgery

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Sports Medicine

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