I am a pediatric geneticist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, where I evaluate and care for children with suspected (or confirmed) genetic or metabolic disorders. I provide counseling to patients and families with children with a variety of diagnoses including congenital anomalies, chromosomal abnormalities (such as Down syndrome and Turner syndrome), neurodevelopmental disorders (such as autism, intellectual disability and developmental regression), neurocutaneous disorders (such as Neurofibromatosis, Tuberous Sclerosis and McCune Albright syndrome) and hereditary disorders (such as Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy). I also have a special interest in dysmorphology and neurogenetics.

After being born in the U.S., I was raised in Haiti, where there were no geneticists on the island. When my goddaughter was born with some unique differences, I became determined to figure out her diagnosis. This knowledge, along with the tools, led me to pursue a career in medicine and specifically genetics.

Genetics has become a pillar in medicine, and genetic testing and research have made it possible to diagnose and more efficiently manage complex problems for patients. I use this knowledge to help patients and their families get the answers, help, and support they need.

The experience with my goddaughter has given me a unique advantage as a geneticist. I can relate to the fears, anxiety, and challenges of facing the unknown that my patients’ families are dealing with. I strive to put families at ease, understand their concerns and needs, and hopefully be able to provide them with the answers they long for.

Languages

• Haitian Creole
• French

• Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
• Memorial Hospital Miramar
• Memorial Hospital Pembroke
• Memorial Hospital West
• Memorial Regional Hospital