Meet The Team

Mrs. Melinda Toussaint is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, co-owner of MariCare Wellness. Additionally, she received training as a Holistic Health Practitioner, Master Herbalist, and Energy Code/Body Code Practitioner. She is also a medical cannabis consultant, wellness coach, and keynote speaker. She loves sharing the power of plant-based medicine and nutraceuticals.

Ms. Smriti Parwani, originally from Mumbai, India, holds a degree in Information Technology Engineering from Mumbai University. She began her professional journey in the IT sector, where she worked for nearly five years, serving as a Project Manager and QA Lead in a reputed firm in India. has completed her Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training from Florida Tech. Her strong leadership abilities and efficient coordination skills were instrumental in managing teams and delivering successful projects.

Mrs. Vernicia Edmond is a distinguished family nurse practitioner and certified holistic health practitioner, demonstrating a profound commitment to holistic wellness. Mrs. Edmond is a champion of incorporating a multifaceted, comprehensive and integrative approach to pain management. She intertwines evidenced based research to provide authentic and personalized treatment plans.

Mr. Franze Luke T. Bustarde, originally from Pangasinan, Philippines, has a background in Computer Science and Mathematics education from Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation. He previously worked as an IT Coordinator and Faculty member before transitioning into virtual assistance and digital marketing for U.S.-based clients. He specializes in social media management, email marketing, CRM systems, content creation, and digital workflow management using platforms such as Go High Level, Wix, Canva, and ClickFunnels. Known for being adaptable and organized, he combines technology and creativity to deliver innovative digital solutions and efficient online operations.