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.
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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Saron Yohannes, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to treat my patients with dignity, compassion and uttermost respect.”
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Angel D. Aponte, MD
Hospital Medicine
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Treat every person as if they are family or friend.”
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Khalid A. Mohamood, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I enjoy assisting patients in managing their entire health, including their mental and emotional wellbeing.”
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Kenneth Aduba, MD, MPH
Hospital Medicine
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I approach every individual with respect and compassion as we journey to wellness and health.”
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Viet Pham, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to be compassionate and understanding in a time of need.”
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Kristie A. Akintunde, MSW, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I enjoy providing quality care, one customer at a time.”
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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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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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Jacob Fiocchi, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I seek to develop a partnership with my patients and their families.”
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Yetmwork D. Berhanu, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide compassionate medical care to my patients.”
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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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Alvin Varghese, DO
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to help individuals navigate healthcare by providing thoughtful medical care and care coordination.”
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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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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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Locations
Convenient, comprehensive care, close to you.
