Radiology Associates hired their new CEO Ritchie J. Dupre, MBA, CRA, R.T. (R)(CV)(QM), CMPE. Dupre brings more than 30 years experience in Healthcare Leadership ranging from Medical Imaging to Medical Practice and Hospital Administration.

“I am delighted to announce that Ritchie Dupre has joined Radiology Associates as our new Chief Executive Officer,” says Scott B. Schuber, MD, Radiology Associates’ Managing Partner.

“Ritchie brings with him a wealth of experience in Healthcare and Medical Imaging. His strategic vision and forward thinking make him an excellent fit for our practice. I look forward to working with him as he leads our practice into the future.”

Dupre graduated with his Radiologic Technology Diploma from the Academy of Health Sciences, U.S. Army and his Professional Leadership Development Course from the U.S. Army. He has board certifications in: Radiologic Technology, Quality Management, Cardiovascular/ Interventional Technology, Radiology Administration (CRA), and Certified Medical Practice Executive (ACMPE). He has completed multiple Graduate Level Programs sponsored by the Simon School of Business. After he was Honorably Discharged from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant (E5), Dupre earned both his Bachelor of Science in Allied Health and his Executive MBA from Nicholls State University. Dupre is a member of American Healthcare of Radiology Administrators, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists, and the Radiology Business Management Association.

“I am excited to join Radiology Associates and it is an honor to lead a respected practice with more than 70 years of dedicated service to the Baton Rouge Community,” says Dupre. “I am looking forward to applying my combined experience in Growth, Strategy, and Healthcare Leadership with my passion for Medical Imaging. Working with such a diverse and sub-specialized group of Radiologists is both fun and rewarding.”says Dupre.