Now Accepting New Patients

Little Italy
Family Practice

Restoring your health and wellness with Jesus in the center of all that we do.

All Ages

Pediatrics to Seniors

Same-Day

Sick Visits

Walk-In

Clinic Available

Caring for families in Independence, Louisiana

Whole-person, faith-centered medicine — from strep tests to chronic disease management, we walk with you and your family at every stage of life.

  • Family Medicine & Pediatrics
  • Medicare & Medicaid Wellness Visits
  • Behavioral Health & Weight Management

Faith-Centered

Compassionate care rooted in Christ.

Welcome

A practice that feels like family

At Little Italy Family Practice, we believe healthcare should be personal, warm, and grounded in faith. We treat every patient like part of our own family — listening closely, caring deeply, and putting Jesus at the center of all that we do.

From newborns to grandparents, our team in Independence, Louisiana provides comprehensive care under one roof — including same-day sick visits, walk-in care, wellness exams, and ongoing chronic disease management.

Whole-Person Care

Body, mind & spirit.

Community Rooted

Proudly serving Independence, LA.

Services Offered

Comprehensive care, all in one place

From quick sick visits to long-term wellness, we're here for your whole family.

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Family Medicine

Personalized primary care for every member of your family, at every age.

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Pediatrics

Gentle, attentive care for infants, children, and teens — including well visits.

Same-Day Sick Visits

Feeling unwell? Get seen quickly when you need care most.

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Strep & Flu Testing

Fast, accurate testing and treatment for common seasonal illnesses.

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ADHD, Anxiety & Depression

Supportive behavioral health care with compassion and dignity.

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Weight Loss

Guided, sustainable weight management tailored to your goals.

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Medicare & Medicaid Wellness

Annual wellness and well visits to keep you healthy year-round.

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Chronic Disease Management

Ongoing care for diabetes, hypertension, and other conditions.

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Walk-In Clinic

No appointment? No problem. Adult primary care available on a walk-in basis.

Our Team

Meet the people who care for you

A dedicated team committed to your health, your family, and your faith.

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Malaina Sibley

Provider

Leading Little Italy Family Practice with a heart for whole-person care, Malaina is dedicated to serving the Independence community with compassion, faith, and clinical excellence across all ages.

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Clinical Medical Team

Nursing & Care Support

Our experienced nursing and clinical staff provide warm, attentive support during every visit — from triage and testing to follow-up care and patient education.

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Front Desk & Patient Care

Reception & Scheduling

Our friendly front office team welcomes you, helps coordinate appointments, and works with Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance to make your care as seamless as possible.

Patient Stories

"From the moment we walked in, we felt cared for like family. The team truly listens, and you can feel the faith and compassion in everything they do."

— A grateful Little Italy patient
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Hours

Office Hours

  • Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

📍 Independence, Louisiana

📞 (985) 878-4183

✉️ malainasibley@yahoo.com

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