NEW ORLEANS – LCMC Health has announced the addition of several physicians across its network in the third quarter of this year. The new physicians bring expertise in a range of specialties, including cardiovascular care, oncology, family medicine and surgery. The additions are part of the health system’s efforts to expand access to specialized and primary care services across Louisiana and the Gulf South.
Cardiology
Sophie Vitter, MD – A New Orleans native, graduate of the Louisiana State University School of Medicine (LSU SOM) and board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Vitter completed her internal medicine residency and advanced her expertise with a Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine, where she developed a strong foundation in managing complex acute and chronic medical conditions. With her background in comprehensive patient care and specialized heart health, she is a wonderful addition to the cardiology team at Touro.
Zain Kassam, MD – Lakeview Hospital is proud to welcome Dr. Kassam, a board-certified interventional cardiologist with certifications in cardiovascular computed tomography and nuclear cardiology. Trained at Lenox Hill Hospital–Northwell Health, Dr. Kassam completed rigorous fellowships in Advanced Cardiac Imaging, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. He is deeply committed to shifting the healthcare mindset toward proactive prevention through public education, and his clinical practice focuses on a wide array of advanced cardiac and vascular interventions.
Family Medicine
James Shute, MD – A board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Shute earned his medical degree from Saint George’s University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at LSU Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) Alexandria Family Medicine. Dedicated to building strong relationships with individuals and families, Dr. Shute is now seeing patients at East Jefferson General Hospital.
Chandler Young, DO – Dr. Young earned his medical degree from the William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training through the East Jefferson General Hospital Family Medicine Residency program, where he now practices…