Hospitalist Program
We are the team that is completely dedicated to your hospital care and experience. Consider us your primary-care provider of the hospital: at your bedside, day or night, helping you make the best, most informed decisions about your care.
Why choose North Memorial Health
- Our sole focus is your care—we’re experts on what your hospital experience should be. We coordinate with your specialists to make sure you’re getting exactly what you want and need during your stay.
- We’re board-certified physicians who understand the importance of collaboration and connection. We value the time we spend with you: listening, learning, informing you of your options, setting you up with the right providers and plans, and advocating for you.
- We’re committed to making your hospital experience a healing one. It can be overwhelming when you are not feeling well and are being seen by a new team, with ever-changing details. We strive to provide a healing experience with clear communication, keeping you at the center at all times.
- We recognize that staying in the hospital is a very vulnerable experience. We bring compassion, and empathy and considerable medical expertise to your unique situation.
Care team
Our highly trained experts empower you with the knowledge and the support you need to get the healthcare you want.
Brennan Shutt, DO, FACP
Hospital Medicine
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I enjoy the opportunity to partner with individuals daily to optimize their health.”
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Madison Culliver, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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I am dedicated to empowering patients to make well-informed decisions tailored to their individual needs.”
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Jae Woo Kim, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to deliver care that is collaborative, thorough, and dedicated.”
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Grace A. B. Totoe, MD, FACP
Hospital Medicine
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No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”
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Kristina Tester-Klashnya Chien, MD, JD
Hospital Medicine
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I partner with patients for whatever life brings.”
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Lakhvir Kaur, DO
Hospital Medicine
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I like to treat my patients as I would like my family to be treated.”
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Rodney D. McFadden, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I give my patients respect and do my best in treating their illness.”
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Emily N. Ewan, MD
Hospital Medicine
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Open, honest, and respectful communication is the cornerstone of patient-centered medical care.”
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Ese B. Aghenta, MD, MPH
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide quality care for individuals during some of their most challenging times.”
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Katie Schleif, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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I value listening to each individual and promoting their involvement in the healthcare team.”
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Jack Kotecki, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide quality care by really listening to patients.”
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Alaka Nagaraj, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I value being compassionate and communicative in caring for my patients.”
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Jeremiah Johnson, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to treat the person and not just the disease.”
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Azeez Akinlolu, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I prioritize empathy in patient care, ensuring each individual feels heard, valued, and supported.”
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Emad F. Beshai, Ph.D, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I enjoy solving complex health issues while working together with my patients.”
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Locations
Convenient, comprehensive care, close to you.