He received a B.S. from Louisiana State University, and an M.D. from LSUHSC in New Orleans. Dr. Godke completed his Internal Medicine residency at LSUHSC in Baton Rouge, and also served a year as Chief Resident. He completed a fellowship in Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine at LSUHSC in New Orleans. Dr. Godke’s clinical activities include supervising Internal Medicine and Pulmonary/Critical Care teams at Earl K. Long Medical Center and Baton Rouge General Hospital. His interests focus on critical care, MRSA infections, and medical education. Dr. Godke has received several teaching awards as a resident, fellow, and a faculty member, and is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.