Here are five things to know:
1. The appointment is effective Nov. 1.
2. Dr. Willis will replace Anil Nanda, MD. LSU Health Shreveport removed Dr. Nanda from the position Oct. 5.
3. A tenured professor, Dr. Nanda is still a part of the medical school’s faculty.
4. LSU Health Shreveport has not disclosed a timeline for a permanent chairman appointment.
5. Dr. Willis specializes in pediatric and stereotactic neurosurgery.
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