Primary Care & Psychiatry Clinic in East Orange, New Jersey

The letters after a provider’s name show their training, license, and certification. At our East Orange clinic, you’ll see two types of credentials:

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

• A physician who completed four years of medical school and a residency of three or more years in a specialty such as internal medicine
• Licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
• Often board-certified by a national specialty board, such as the American Board of Internal Medicine

PMHNP-BC (Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified)

• An advanced practice nurse, licensed in New Jersey as an APN, who specializes in mental health care
• Holds a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing
• “BC” means board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• Trained to evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions, including prescribing medication

At our clinic on South Orange Avenue, Roland Antoine, MD, and Marie J. Seignon, PMHNP-BC, work together as one team, sharing one medical record.

At our East Orange clinic, Roland Antoine, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physician, serves as the primary care provider for adults.

What Dr. Antoine provides:

• Annual physicals and wellness visits
• Sick visits for colds, flu, infections, and other common illnesses
• Management of chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol
• Ordering and interpreting lab work and imaging
• Prescribing and reviewing medications
• Referrals to specialists, with follow-up on their recommendations
• Preventive care, such as screenings and vaccines

What about mental health care? Marie J. Seignon, PMHNP-BC, focuses on psychiatric care, such as evaluations and medication management for mental health conditions. She works alongside Dr. Antoine but doesn’t replace a primary care provider.

Health plan requirements: If you have NJ FamilyCare or an HMO plan that asks you to choose a primary care provider, you can select Dr. Antoine. Check your plan’s directory or call member services to make the change.

To schedule a primary care visit in East Orange, call AZZ Medical Associates at 609-890-1050.

For most visits, either provider can give you excellent care. The best choice depends on your needs and preferences.

Visits either provider handles well:

• Annual physicals and preventive care
• Common illnesses, such as sinus infections, urinary tract infections, and the flu
• Ongoing management of stable chronic conditions
• Medication refills and follow-ups
• School, sports, and work forms

When seeing the physician may make sense:

• Several complex medical conditions that interact with each other
• Unclear symptoms that need extended diagnostic evaluation
• A condition that isn’t responding to standard treatment
• Your personal preference to see a physician

What matters most: In a team-based practice, you’re never limited to one provider’s expertise. If your APN wants a second opinion, they consult with the physician. If your needs change, you can switch providers at any time.

Tell us your preference when booking. Some patients prefer a specific provider. Others prefer the earliest available appointment. Our scheduling team will match you based on your needs, your insurance requirements, and availability.

Whichever provider you see, your records, labs, and care plan stay in one shared medical record.

At our East Orange clinic, physical and mental health care work as one team rather than separate practices sharing an office.

How collaboration works:

• Shared medical record: Both providers can see your history, medications, labs, and notes, so nothing gets lost between visits.
• Medication safety: Some psychiatric medications interact with heart, blood pressure, or diabetes medications. Both providers review your full medication list.
• Lab coordination: Tests ordered by one provider, such as thyroid levels or blood counts, can inform the other’s treatment decisions.
• Coordinated referrals: When you need a specialist or therapist, your provider coordinates the referral and stays involved.

What this means for you:

• Fewer repeated questions and duplicate tests
• Physical and mental health treated together, since conditions like diabetes, sleep problems, and depression often affect each other
• One clinic to call for both kinds of care

Following New Jersey requirements: Advanced practice nurses in New Jersey practice within scope requirements set by state law. Our team structure is designed to meet those standards. To learn more about how prescribing works among different provider types, read our guide, Who Prescribes Psychiatric Medication?

You’re welcome to ask either provider how your care team is involved in your treatment plan.

Marie J. Seignon, PMHNP-BC, a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of mental health conditions in adults at our East Orange clinic.

Conditions commonly treated:

• Depression and persistent sadness
• Anxiety, panic attacks, and excessive worry
• ADHD in adults
• Bipolar disorder
• Post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Insomnia and sleep problems linked to mental health
• Mood changes related to life stress, grief, or medical illness

What a PMHNP-BC provides:

• Psychiatric evaluation: a detailed review of symptoms, history, and goals
• Diagnosis: based on current clinical criteria
• Medication management: starting, adjusting, and monitoring psychiatric medications
• Coordination with therapy: referrals to AZZ therapists when counseling is part of your plan
• Ongoing follow-up: tracking progress and adjusting treatment

Working with your primary care provider: Because Marie Seignon and Dr. Antoine share one medical record, both can see your medications and lab results. This helps prevent interactions and keeps physical and mental health care connected.

Call 609-890-1050 to schedule a mental health evaluation in East Orange.

Our East Orange clinic currently focuses on adults. Both of our providers here, an internal medicine physician and a psychiatric nurse practitioner, specialize in adult care.

Where children and teens can get care:

• AZZ pediatric and family medicine providers at other AZZ locations in New Jersey offer well-child visits, physicals, vaccines, and sick visits.
• Child and adolescent mental health care is available through AZZ’s mental health services, in person at select locations and through telehealth for patients located in New Jersey.

For families in East Orange:

• Parents and adult family members can receive their own care at our East Orange clinic.
• Our team can help you find the nearest AZZ location for your child.
• Records stay within one practice, which makes it easier to coordinate care across your household.

In a crisis: If a child or teen talks about self-harm or is in danger, call or text 988, or call 911.

Call 609-890-1050, and our team will help you find the right AZZ provider for your child.

A primary care provider (PCP) is your main healthcare professional, the person who knows your health history and coordinates all of your care. At AZZ Medical Associates in East Orange, your primary care provider is Roland Antoine, MD, supported by one care team and one shared medical record.

Your primary care provider’s core roles:

• First point of contact: For most health concerns, your PCP is the place to start, from a new symptom to a medication question.
• Prevention: Screenings, vaccines, and counseling to catch problems early or prevent them entirely.
• Diagnosis and treatment: Evaluating symptoms, ordering tests, and treating a wide range of short-term and long-term conditions.
• Chronic condition management: Ongoing care for conditions that need regular monitoring and medication adjustments.
• Care coordination: Referring you to specialists, reviewing their recommendations, and keeping everything in one plan.
• Medication oversight: Reviewing every prescription, including those from other doctors, to prevent duplicates and harmful interactions.

Why having a regular PCP matters:

• Someone who knows your baseline: A provider who has seen you over time can tell what’s normal for you and notice subtle changes sooner.
• Fewer gaps in care: Test results, specialist notes, and hospital records come back to one place instead of scattering across offices.
• Less reliance on emergency rooms: Having a regular provider gives you a place to turn before minor problems become urgent.
• Easier insurance navigation: Many plans, including NJ FamilyCare and HMO plans, require you to choose a primary care provider.

Who benefits most: Everyone benefits from a regular provider, but it’s especially valuable if you:

• Take medications regularly
• Have a family history of heart disease, diabetes, or cancer
• Haven’t had a checkup in more than a year
• See multiple specialists
• Are caring for aging parents

At our clinic at 827 S Orange Ave, serving East Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Irvington, and Newark’s Vailsburg neighborhood, establishing care starts with a single visit, where your provider reviews your history and builds a plan for the year ahead. Call AZZ Medical Associates at 609-890-1050 to schedule your first primary care visit.

A strong relationship with your primary care provider develops over time. A few habits can make every visit more productive, whether you’re coming in for a sick visit or a yearly checkup.

Know how often to come in:

• Healthy adults: at least once a year for a checkup, even when you feel well
• Managing a chronic condition: often every 3 to 6 months, or more often while treatment is being adjusted
• After a medication change: a follow-up, usually within a few weeks, to check how it’s working
• New symptoms: don’t wait for your next scheduled visit

Prepare before each visit:

• Write down your top concerns, starting with the most important. If you have many issues, ask whether some need a separate visit.
• Track symptoms: when they started, how often they happen, and what makes them better or worse.
• Bring your home readings, such as blood pressure, blood sugar, or weight logs.
• Update your medication list, including vitamins, supplements, and anything prescribed by another doctor.

Speak up during the visit:

• Be honest about habits, including alcohol, smoking, diet, and missed medications. Your provider can’t help with what they don’t know.
• Ask questions: “What are my options?” “What are the side effects?” “What happens if I wait?”
• Repeat back the plan before you leave, to make sure you understand the next steps.

Stay connected between visits:

• Use the patient portal for messages, test results, and appointment requests.
• Request refills early, a few days before you run out.
• Follow through on referrals and tests, and let your provider know if something gets delayed.
• Use telehealth for quick follow-ups when an exam isn’t needed.

Know which step to take:

• Routine questions or refills: message or call the office.
• New or worsening symptoms: schedule a visit, often same-day.
• Emergencies: call 911.

A nurse practitioner with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) holds a doctoral degree in nursing, the highest clinical degree in the nursing profession. However, a DNP-prepared nurse practitioner is not a medical doctor (MD) or doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO).

The key differences in training:

• Physicians (MD or DO): complete medical school and a residency, with training focused on diagnosing and treating disease across all body systems
• Nurse practitioners (MSN or DNP): complete advanced nursing education, focused on clinical care, prevention, patient education, and their certified specialty, such as psychiatric-mental health care
• DNP programs: add training in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and healthcare leadership

What this means for your care:

• Both physicians and nurse practitioners are licensed to diagnose and treat patients within their scope of practice.
• At AZZ, providers introduce themselves by their role, such as “physician” or “psychiatric nurse practitioner,” so you always know who is caring for you.
• You can always ask any provider about their training and experience.

Choosing a provider is about fit and needs, not titles. At our East Orange clinic, both are part of one coordinated team.

Yes, for care related to mental health. A psychiatric nurse practitioner handles the tasks needed to diagnose, treat, and monitor mental health conditions.

What a PMHNP-BC can do:

• Order lab work: such as thyroid tests, blood counts, and monitoring labs for certain psychiatric medications
• Order other tests, such as an ECG, when a medication can affect heart rhythm
• Refer to therapists and other mental health services within AZZ
• Prescribe psychiatric medications and manage refills
• Complete mental health-related forms, such as:
  • Work or school notes related to mental health treatment
  • Medical leave or accommodation paperwork connected to a mental health condition

What your primary care provider handles: Physicals, sports and work physical forms, and paperwork for physical health conditions are completed by Dr. Antoine.

When a physician signature may be required: Some agencies, insurers, or employers require a physician’s signature on certain forms. If that happens, our team coordinates with Dr. Antoine, so you don’t need a separate appointment.

Tips for forms:

• Bring forms to your visit with your personal information already filled in.
• Ask whether the organization requires a specific provider type to sign.
• Allow a few business days for forms completed outside a visit.

Our clinic is at 827 S Orange Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018, near the borders of Newark’s Vailsburg neighborhood and South Orange.

By car:

• Close to the Garden State Parkway and I-280 
• Parking: On-site parking is available at the clinic.

By bus:

• NJ Transit routes run along South Orange Avenuei.
• Use NJ Transit’s trip planner for the best route from your stop.

Accessibility:

• Wheelchair-accessible entrance
• Let our team know in advance if you need assistance getting from your car or ride into the office.

For NJ FamilyCare members: Free rides to medical appointments may be available through your health plan. Book at least two business days in advance.

Running late? Call 609-890-1050, and our team will let you know whether you can still be seen or need to reschedule.

Yes. East Orange and the surrounding Essex County communities are home to many Haitian, Caribbean, and Latino families. Clear communication is essential to good care.

Languages spoken by our East Orange providers:

• Roland Antoine, MD: English, French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish
• Marie J. Seignon, PMHNP-BC: English, Spanish, and French

Additional language support:

• Free interpreter services for other languages, available in person or by phone
• Translated forms, where available

Tips for your visit:

• Tell us your preferred language when you book, so we can schedule you with the right provider or arrange an interpreter.
• Avoid relying on family members to interpret medical information, since important details can be lost.
• Ask for written instructions if spoken explanations feel rushed.

Everyone deserves to fully understand their diagnosis, medications, and next steps. Call 609-890-1050, and let us know how we can help you communicate comfortably.

AZZ Medical Associates in East Orange is located at 827 S Orange Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018. If you see a different East Orange address on a map app, directory, or old appointment reminder, please use this address for your visit.

Before your appointment:

• Check that your confirmation shows 827 S Orange Ave.
• Update the address in your map app or rideshare history.
• If you booked a ride through your health plan, confirm the pickup and drop-off addresses.

Your providers, medical records, and care team stay the same. Questions? Call 609-890-1050.

Often, yes. Having primary care and mental health care at the same East Orange clinic makes it easier to coordinate visits, especially for patients who balance work schedules, childcare, or limited transportation.

Benefits of coordinated visits:

• Fewer trips: Handle physical and mental health needs in one visit to the clinic.
• Shared information: Lab results from your visit with Dr. Antoine, such as thyroid levels or blood counts, can inform your mental health evaluation that same day.
• Safer medications: Both providers review your full medication list, reducing the risk of interactions.
• Whole-person care: Conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep problems, and depression often affect each other.

How to book:

• Tell our scheduling team you’d like both appointments on the same day.
• Mention any lab work you need, since some tests require fasting.
• Ask whether one visit can be done by telehealth to save time.

Not ready for a mental health visit? Dr. Antoine can screen for depression and anxiety during a routine visit and help you decide on next steps.

Call 609-890-1050 to coordinate your appointments in East Orange.

Checking credentials is a smart, simple step. Most information is free and available online.

State licenses:

• New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs: Verify licenses for physicians (MDs and DOs) and advanced practice nurses (APNs). The search shows license status, expiration dates, and any public disciplinary actions.

Board certification:

• Physicians: Check specialty board certification, such as internal medicine, through the American Board of Medical Specialties’ Certification Matters website.
• Psychiatric nurse practitioners: Verify PMHNP-BC certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

National Provider Identifier (NPI): The national NPPES registry confirms that a provider is registered to bill for healthcare services.

At AZZ: Provider profiles on our website list each provider’s credentials, specialty, and East Orange location. You’re always welcome to ask a provider about their training and experience during your visit.