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.
Kaylle Foley, APRN, CNP
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide compassionate care with a holistic focus.”
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Mikaela Hartzler, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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My goal is to provide equitable and holistic care to all patients.”
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Steph Gordon, AGACNP
Hospital Medicine
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I partner with each individual to assist them in advancing toward their definition of health.”
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Nneka N. Agujiobi, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to treat my patients with utmost respect and compassion in their time of need.”
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Jerrod D. Quarles, MD
Hospital Medicine
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The healing process truly begins after someone clearly understands the disease and treatment options.”
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Vannesa Hang Cederstrom, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide compassionate person- and family-centered care.”
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Nathan Champine, PA-C, MS
Hospital Medicine
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I work with you to achieve shared goals to better your health.”
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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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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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Rachael W. Starcher, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I care for people as if they were my own family.”
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Kelly L. Downes, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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I aim to be an advocate for every patient through shared decision-making and open dialogue.”
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Katie Clabo, AG-ACNP, CNP
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to listen to each individual’s story and provide a holistic, caring approach.”
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Zach Zabadal, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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I want patients to feel comfortable and empowered when it comes to healthcare.”
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Jereoha C. Nwobodo, MD
Hospital Medicine
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Healing begins with recognizing the inherent dignity of every human being.”
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Edwin Kwakugah, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to do the best and be compassionate with the customer.”
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Abdurkedir Geda, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I aim for early and accurate diagnosis along with optimal treatment for my patients.”
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Locations
Convenient, comprehensive care, close to you.