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.
Abdirahman I. Rone, DNP
Hospital Medicine
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Empowering health through compassion and care.”
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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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Natalie Hood, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I will uphold the dignity and autonomy of my patients throughout their healthcare visit.”
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Tesfatsiyon M. Ergando, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I am committed to providing compassionate care.”
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Rashmi Kumar, MD
Hospital Medicine
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It’s a privilege to help people during their difficult times and learn from their stories.”
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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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Maria Borrero, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I empower individuals with the information needed to make the best decisions for their health.”
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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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Locations
Convenient, comprehensive care, close to you.
