Biography
Following his residency, Dr. Morse worked as an emergency medicine physician for New Orleans area hospitals, and now currently works at Ochsner Health. In 2012, in partnership with Millennium Healthcare Management (MHM), he opened Lakeview Urgent Care where he was the also the medical director. In 2017, MHM merged with Ochsner, and he then served as the system chair for urgent care services for five years. In addition to working in the emergency department, he now serves as the medical director of the hospital service lines for Ochsner Health, as well as the medical director for the Ochsner LSU Shreveport partnership in North Louisiana.
Dr. Morse is board-certified in emergency medicine. Since 2012, he has served as deputy coroner for Jefferson Parish and also assists as the one of the football team physicians for Christian Brothers School and Jesuit High School.
As an emergency physician, Dr. Morse prioritizes listening and getting to know his patients to align their expectations with his treatment goals. At the end of every visit, Dr. Morse will go over the decision making and reasons for the diagnosis and plan(s)/medication(s). He likes to involve his patients in any discussions about their plans and encourage them to ask any questions pertaining to it. This adds another layer of comfort to the patient and usually results in a more efficient and satisfactory visit.
Education and Training
Medical School
LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Year Completed: 2003
Internship
LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Field of Study: Emergency Medicine
Year Completed: 2004
Residency
LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Field of Study: Emergency Medicine
Year Completed: 2007
Certifications
- American Board of Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine