Congratulations to our physicians who were recognized as 2025 Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Top Doctors: Rising Stars by fellow doctors.
This peer-nominated achievement recognizes doctors who are in their first 10 years of practicing but are already making a difference for the patients they serve. We know what a valued role these physicians play in the fields of primary care and infectious disease, and look forward to the compassion and care they will continue to bring throughout their careers.
“North Memorial Health is proud to have these physicians delivering care throughout our system and congratulate each of them on this incredible achievement,” said Carolyn Ogland, MD, President and Chief Medical Officer, North Memorial Health. “In their first decade of practicing, we have already seen and felt the lasting impact that Dr. Ahmad, Dr. Semahge, and Dr. Thimesch have on their patients and the community and know many will benefit from their continued dedication to healthcare.”
These doctors, alongside North Memorial Health, are here to support the community in their healthcare needs.
North Memorial Health "Rising Stars"
Abdulqadir Ahmad, MD – Infectious Disease
North – Maple Grove Hospital and North – Robbinsdale Hospital
Dr. Abdulqadir Ahmad believes the relationship between a provider and patient is about working together to accomplish a desired goal. Dr. Ahmad’s objective is to provide the patient with accurate information about their condition or diagnosis and to treat them to the best of his ability.
Betlehem A. Semahge, MD – Family Medicine
North Memorial Health Clinic – Brooklyn Park
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Dr. Semahge strives to care for individuals holistically and believes strongly in the power of a listening ear, kindness and going the extra mile. She aims to provide comprehensive healthcare for people of all ages and is passionate about forming lifelong relationships with them. She has special interests in preventative medicine, chronic disease management, addiction medicine, refugee health and women’s care. Dr. Semahge hopes to form collaborative relationships with her patients in order to help them make informed decisions about their health while helping them navigate possible social, economic and cultural barriers to health.
Nick Thimesch, DO – Family Medicine
North Memorial Health Clinic – St. Anthony
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As a trained osteopathic physician, Dr. Thimesch approaches medicine by viewing the body as a whole. His medical treatment not only focuses on the physical ailments of an individual but also mental, emotional and spiritual aspects that may be contributing to a person’s overall health. He enjoys getting to know his patients on a personal level to establish rapport and allow the medical care to be maximized through a comfortable connection. His special interests include sports medicine and preventative medicine.
About North Memorial Health
At North Memorial Health, we are on a mission to change healthcare. We’re delivering unmatched patient experience and empowering our patients throughout the Twin Cities to achieve their best health. North Memorial Health provides access to high-quality, low-cost care throughout the Twin Cities through its medical transportation services and two hospitals – Robbinsdale Hospital and Maple Grove Hospital. Across the North Memorial Health system, 900+ doctors and 6,000+ team members are dedicated to delivering a more connected experience for our patients.