Dr. Emily Holt, DO

Emily Holt is a Board certified Family Physician. Dr. Holt spent time serving New Orleans before, during and after Hurricane Katrina. She was an Emergency Medical Technician for New Orleans Emergency Medical Services prior to going to medical school. Once she became a physician, she provided comprehensive Family Medicine for all ages at St. Thomas Community Health Center. Then, as the interim Assistant Medical Director of Tulane Campus Health, and the physician on the Eating Concerns Team, Dr. Holt developed an additional special interest in the unique needs of the young adult population. At Poppy Direct Care, Dr. Holt hopes to bring back the doctor-patient relationship by focusing on personalized, unhurried care. Dr. Holt's favorite part of Primary Care is getting to know her patients' stories and helping them optimize their health in a way that works best for them. As a 'comprehensivist,' she enjoys diving deep into patients' symptoms, figuring out why they may be happening, and finding solutions through shared decision-making. Dr. Holt has rooted her practice in wellness, and emphasizes proactive rather than reactive healthcare. She provides full body care for all bodies, including sexual and reproductive health.