Baton Rouge’s “Hip Hop Doc” has a new role.
As detailed in the Moving Up section in the current Business Report issue, Dr. Rani Whitfield—who’s known as “tha Hip Hop Doc” for his use of music to educate young people about healthier lifestyles—has joined CareSouth as the new medical director.
In the role, Whitfield will work with CareSouth’s CEO to provide guidance and leadership to shape the clinic’s culture and ensure patients are receiving the highest quality of care.
Also, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana has announced a new hire, and Amerigroup Louisiana’s Medicaid says it has promoted from within.
Dr. Vindell Washington is the new chief medical officer for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Washington has extensive experience on clinical teams and in health IT. He most recently served as the national coordinator for health care information technology in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Aaron Lambert has been selected to serve as Amerigroup Louisiana’s Medicaid health plan president. In his new role, Lambert will oversee all aspects of the health plan’s operations, while ensuring Medicaid members receive access to high quality care. He joined Amerigroup in 2007, and has supported the organization at both regional and state levels. Lambert most recently served as the head of operations for Amerigroup Georgia, where he led core Medicaid efforts and the development of the health plan’s foster care program.
For more professional moves within the Capital Region, check out the current issue of Business Report. The magazine regularly highlights executive-level promotions and new hires in the Capital Region in its Moving Up section, as well as announcements about developments at area companies in Company News.
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