Dr. Lege serves as president and CEO of Touro. He is an internal medicine physician who has practiced at Touro for more than 20 years. Before becoming CEO, Dr. Lege served as Touro’s chief medical officer for four years. He also served as primary care medical director and chief medical officer for Crescent City Physicians in New Orleans, and as physician chair of New Orleans-based LCMC Health’s primary care service line. Dr. Lege is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Becker's Recognition
Christopher Lege, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know
The physician leaders highlighted by this list champion patient safety, uphold rigorous quality standards, act as liaisons between leadership teams and medical staff, manage risk, and much more. These CMOs are drivers of continuous improvement, and their efforts have helped garner numerous quality and safety accolades for their respective organizations.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know
The physician leaders highlighted by this list champion patient safety, uphold rigorous quality standards, act as liaisons between leadership teams and medical staff, manage risk, and much more. These CMOs are drivers of continuous improvement, and their efforts have helped garner numerous quality and safety accolades for their respective organizations.
2026 Winner

