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Hospitalist Program

Hospitalists: Your Go-To Hospital Care Experts

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.

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The North Memorial Health Advantage

  • 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.

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Brennan Shutt, DO, FACP

Hospital Medicine
“ I enjoy the opportunity to partner with individuals daily to optimize their health.”
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Emad Beshai

Emad F. Beshai, Ph.D, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I enjoy solving complex health issues while working together with my patients.”
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Hudson Omweri

Hudson M. Omweri, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC

Hospital Medicine
“ Your health needs and goals are my priority. I'm here to help you achieve them.”
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Edwin Kwakugah

Edwin Kwakugah, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I strive to do the best and be compassionate with the customer.”
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Ese B. Aghenta, MD, MPH

Hospital Medicine
“ I strive to provide quality care for individuals during some of their most challenging times.”
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Vannesa Hang Cederstrom, MD

Vannesa Hang Cederstrom, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I strive to provide compassionate person- and family-centered care.”
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Nilesh Jambhekar

Nilesh S. Jambhekar, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I will listen, empathize, and treat you as I would my family. Let's work together!”
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Jeremiah Johnson, MD

Jeremiah Johnson, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I strive to treat the person and not just the disease.”
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Jereoha C. Nwobodo, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ Healing begins with recognizing the inherent dignity of every human being.”
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Jerrod D. Quarles, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ The healing process truly begins after someone clearly understands the disease and treatment options.”
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Rashmi Kumar

Rashmi Kumar, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ It's a privilege to help people during their difficult times and learn from their stories.”
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Lakhvir Kaur

Lakhvir Kaur, DO

Hospital Medicine
“ I like to treat my patients as I would like my family to be treated.”
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Mehdi Dastrange, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I provide compassionate, patient-centered healthcare.”
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Viet Pham, MD

Hospital Medicine
“ I strive to be compassionate and understanding in a time of need.”
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Zach Zabadal, PA-C

Hospital Medicine
“ I want patients to feel comfortable and empowered when it comes to healthcare.”
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Kenneth Aduba

Kenneth Aduba, MD, MPH

Hospital Medicine
“ I approach every individual with respect and compassion as we journey to wellness and health.”
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