About
Byron Jasper, MD, MPH, founded Byja Clinic as Louisiana's first Black-owned Direct Primary Care practice. He holds both a Doctor of Medicine and a Master of Public Health, a combination that shapes his broad view of patient and community health. His MPH training informs his deep focus on health equity and the needs of underserved populations.
Dr. Jasper personally conducts every free 30-minute membership consultation for prospective patients. He walks each person through the DPC model, available clinical services, and the enrollment process. His work extends beyond the exam room through the "SPEAK UP" blog, where he covers health topics and advocates for communities that lack access to quality care. A Baton Rouge news story in September 2022 featured his work and the impact of Byja Clinic. Dr. Jasper also serves as the CEO of Byja Health Systems, Inc. and leads the Byja Charitable Alliance as its pioneering affiliate.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Who is Dr. Jasper right for?
Dr. Jasper serves individuals, families, and small businesses seeking direct primary care in Louisiana. He is a strong fit for patients from underserved or underrepresented communities who need an accessible, relationship-driven doctor. Adults looking for a physician who takes time to educate and advocate will find his approach valuable. His public health background makes him effective with patients navigating systemic barriers to healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jasper specializes in direct primary care for individuals, families, and small businesses. He brings a public health perspective to his clinical work, with a particular focus on caring for underserved and underrepresented communities. His MD and MPH credentials together inform a broad, prevention-minded approach to primary care.
Yes, Dr. Jasper welcomes prospective patients through a free, no-obligation 30-minute membership consultation. During that consultation, he personally reviews the DPC model, clinical services, and the enrollment process. You can choose your preferred date, time, and meeting format.
You schedule directly through Byja Clinic's online calendar. Dr. Jasper offers consultations in person or via your preferred meeting method. The consultation carries no cost and no obligation to enroll.
Dr. Jasper holds a Doctor of Medicine and a Master of Public Health. He founded Louisiana's first Black-owned Direct Primary Care practice and leads Byja Health Systems, Inc. as its CEO. His dual training in medicine and public health informs both his clinical care and his community advocacy work.
Yes, serving underserved, underrepresented, and undereducated communities is a core part of Dr. Jasper's mission. He extends that work beyond clinic visits through the "SPEAK UP" blog, which covers health topics and community advocacy. Byja Clinic also operates as the pioneering affiliate of the Byja Charitable Alliance, a 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on accessible healthcare.
Dr. Jasper prioritizes educating his members directly and through the community. He runs the "SPEAK UP" blog to share health information in plain, accessible language. He also conducts every membership consultation personally, ensuring prospective patients fully understand their care options before enrolling.
Yes, a local Baton Rouge news outlet featured Dr. Jasper and Byja Clinic in September 2022. The story highlighted the clinic's role as Louisiana's first Black-owned Direct Primary Care practice. His work with the Byja Charitable Alliance has also drawn attention for its focus on healthcare access.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026