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.
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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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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Vannesa Hang Cederstrom, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide compassionate person- and family-centered care.”
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Parker M. Korbitz, MD
Hospital Medicine
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My goal is to provide the tools you need to make your own healthcare decisions.”
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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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Jack Kotecki, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide quality care by really listening to patients.”
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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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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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Alyssa R. Friesen, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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I utilize evidence-based medicine and custom integrated decision making to provide compassionate care.”
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Ahmed Ali Omar, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide compassionate medical care to all of my patients.”
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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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Nilesh S. Jambhekar, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I will listen, empathize, and treat you as I would my family. Let’s work together!”
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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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Yetmwork D. Berhanu, MD
Hospital Medicine
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I strive to provide compassionate medical care to my patients.”
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Mara K. Waaraniemi, PA-C
Hospital Medicine
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I’m dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while prioritizing what matters most to patients.”
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Locations
Convenient, comprehensive care, close to you.
