Residents

Class of 2020

Cassandra Barnes, MD

American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine

Cassandra Barnes, MD, attended the University of Tampa where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and received her doctorate degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. She was also a collegiate athlete, a four-year starter for the University of Tampa softball team. She is a native of Kennesaw, GA, and enjoys traveling, fishing, kayaking, playing and watching sports, DIY projects and photography.

Rachel Brady, DO

William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Rachel Brady, DO, attended Louisiana Tech University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and received her doctorate degree from William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is a native of Baton Rouge, LA. She enjoys hiking, kayaking, bicycling, watching LSU baseball and spending time with her nephews.

Patrick Cudahy, MD

Ross University School of Medicine

Patrick Cudahy, MD, received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a chemistry minor from California Lutheran University and received his medical degree from Ross University with high honors. Before medical school, Patrick took a year off to teach English to underprivileged kids in Malaysia and is still fluent in Malay. He is a native of Port Orchard, Washington, and since moving to Baton Rouge, Patrick has enjoyed playing volleyball and basketball, attending happy hour with his fellow residents and getting to know the local culture. During college he was featured on the Price is Right and won the showcase showdown.

Jeremy Knott, MD

Ross University School of Medicine

Jeremy Knott, MD, attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and received his doctorate degree from Ross University School of Medicine. He is a native of Forest Hill, LA, and enjoys spending time with family, fishing, and reading.

Vineeth Kumar, MD

St. George’s University School of Medicine

Vineeth Kumar, MD, attended Austin College where he received his undergraduate degree in Business Administration and was also a collegiate athlete and three year player for the Austin College Men’s Division III basketball team. He received his doctorate degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine, completed his clinical rotations in Brooklyn and eventually made his return back to the South. He is a native of Dallas, Texas, and enjoys playing basketball, football and Madden and NBA 2K, traveling and anything related to the Dallas Cowboys.

Ben Levron, MD

St. George’s University School of Medicine

Ben Levron, MD, received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Nicholls State University and received his doctorate degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine. He is a native of Thibodaux, Louisiana and enjoys taking in the local culture of Baton Rouge, traveling, politics and cooking.

Lui Mancera, MD

University of Texas Health Science Center

Luciano "Lui" Mancera, MD, received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Texas A&M International University and attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where he received his doctorate degree. A native of Laredo, Texas, he enjoys cooking, traveling, weightlifting and spending time with his friends, family and pet Lab-Schnauzer. He chose Baton Rouge General’s Family Medicine Residency Program after being captivated by the fine southern Louisiana hospitality and cuisine, the strong sports medicine opportunities with LSU and Southern University and the unique, synergistic relationship between the Family Medicine and Internal Medicine residencies.

Robert Sudduth, MD

William Carey University

Robert Sudduth, DO, received his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Southern Mississippi and received both his master’s degree in Biomedical Science and his doctorate degree from William Carey University. He was born in Athens, GA and was raised in Gulfport, MS. He enjoys working out, fishing, golfing, fantasy football, spending time with family and friends and most importantly, attending New Orleans Saints football games.

Class of 2019

Aarti Attreya, MD

University of New Mexico School of Medicine

Aarti Attreya, MD, graduated from a Combined BS/MD Degree Program at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. She grew up in a mobile military family, so moving to Baton Rouge was an exciting continuation of her travels. The desert and mountains of New Mexico have a place in her heart, but the lush of green Louisiana is a welcome change. Aarti likes to write fiction, explore the arts, video chat with her niece, weightlift, and spend time with her fellow residents.

Stephanie Coleman-Lawrence, MD

LSU School of Medicine New Orleans

Stephanie Coleman, MD, was born in Newark, DE and was raised in Prairieville, LA. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Nicholls State University. She attended LSU Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans, where she received her Medical Degree. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys trying out new recipes, reading crime thrillers, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Janice Dara, MD

LSU School of Medicine Shreveport

Janice Dara, MD, was born in Fayetteville, AR. She received her undergraduate degree at LSU in Baton Rouge and her doctorate degree at LSUHSC- Shreveport. She is a first year resident and her hobbies include arts and crafts, singing, and traveling.

Rachael Kermis, MD

Ross University School of Medicine

Rachael Kermis, MD, was born in Buffalo, NY. She attended Cornell University where she received her undergraduate degree in Human Biology, Health and Society. Rachael received her doctorate degree from Ross University. She is a first year resident who enjoys reading, watching classic movies, baking people cupcakes and making friends with any dog she sees. Her life goal is to adopt a sheepadoodle, name him Watson and train him to become a hospital therapy dog.

Cory Lemoine, DO

William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Cory Lemoine, DO, was born in Alexandria, LA. Cory received his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University- Baton Rouge, LA in 2010. He then went on to complete his medical education at William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Hattiesburg, MS. Cory is a first year resident and enjoys LSU athletic events, fishing, and playing golf during his off time.

Matthew Mann, MD

LSU School of Medicine New Orleans

Matthew Mann, MD, was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. He attended Davidson College where he received his undergraduate degree in English. Matt received his doctorate degree from LSUHSC School of Medicine in New Orleans. He is a first year resident who enjoys playing piano, reading books, watching movies, hanging with family and friends, and competing in intramural sports.

Devin Owens, MD

LSU School of Medicine Shreveport

Devin Owens, MD, was born in Homer, Louisiana. He attended Northwestern State University where he received his undergraduate degree in Biology. Devin received a master’s degree in biomedical science and his doctorate degree from LSU Shreveport School of Medicine. He is a first year resident and his hobbies include golf, bass fishing, reading science fiction and watching documentaries.

Class of 2018

Michelle Becnel, MD

St. George University School of Medicine

Michelle Becnel, MD, was born in Thibodaux, LA. She attended Nicholls State University in Thibodaux where she received her undergraduate degree in Biology. Michelle received her doctorate degree from St. George’s University in Grenada, West Indies. She is a second year resident, and her hobbies include fishing, traveling, swimming, and spending time with her family.

Audrey Billeaud, MD

LSU School of Medicine New Orleans

Audrey Billeaud MD, was born in Lafayette, Louisiana. She attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where she received her undergraduate degree in Microbiology with a minor in Business. Audrey received her doctorate degree from Louisiana State University of Health Sciences in New Orleans, Louisiana. She is a second year resident who enjoys traveling, reading and attending local festivals.

Brian Callihan, MD

LSU School of Medicine New Orleans

Brian Callihan, MD, was born in Kentwood, Louisiana. He attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he received his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology. Brian attended Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport for the first two years of medical school, then transferred to Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans where he received his doctorate degree. He is a second year resident and his hobbies include coaching little league baseball, spending time with family, and going to the beach.

Monali Pandya, MD

American University of the Caribbean

Monali Pandya, MD, was born in Gujarat, India and raised in Dayton, Ohio. She attended Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio where she received her undergraduate degree in Microbiology and Spanish. Monali received her doctorate degree from the American University of the Caribbean in St. Maarten. She is a second year resident and her hobbies include traveling, reading, and spending time with her family.

Andrew Parks, MD

LSU School of Medicine Shreveport

Andrew Parks, MD, was born in Baton Rouge and grew up in New Roads, Louisiana. He attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he received an undergraduate degree in Microbiology. Andrew received his doctorate degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. He is a second year resident and his hobbies including obsessing/attending all LSU athletic events, golf, bowling, and soccer.

Roxanne Varnell, MD

LSU School of Medicine New Orleans

Roxanne Varnell, MD, was born in Tyler, Texas and raised in Sikes, Louisiana. She attended the Louisiana Scholars’ College at Northwestern State University where she received a degree in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Scientific Inquiry. Roxanne received her doctorate degree from Louisiana State University of Health Sciences in New Orleans. She is a second year resident and enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter.

Katherine Whittaker, MD

American University of Antigua

Katherine Whittaker, MD, was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where she received her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences. She received her doctorate degree from American University of Antigua College of Medicine. Katie is a second year resident, and she loves crawfish boils, Saturday nights in Tiger Stadium, and spending time with her family and friends.

Carita Winn, MD

University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Carita Winn, MD, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana but raised in Natchez, Mississippi. She attended Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans where she majored in chemistry and minored in biology. Carita received her doctorate degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. She is a second year resident, and her hobbies include painting, reading, traveling, and cooking.