Doc You Rock – July

Marion Mahone, MD
Academic Hospitalist

Compassionate, caring and helpful are just a few ways people describe Dr. Marion Mahone, an academic hospitalist at the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program. Her dedication to patients and staff and her willingness to be a team player make her a clear choice for the Rockin’ Doc award.

“Dr. Mahone always goes the extra mile to ensure her patients are taken care of. She always takes time to listen to their concerns and explain anything they don’t understand.”

Dr. Mahone is known for going out of her way to help her fellow staff members, no matter what the task. She is admired for her consistently positive attitude, friendly nature, and the fact that she is always wearing a smile.

One staff member observes, “She never raises her voice, she is always professional. She will take the time to explain anything to anyone.” And her commitment to others is well-known: “She gives 100 percent to of herself to her patients and toward her co-workers.”

Those who work with Dr. Mahone agree that she is an asset to the residency team. “We are blessed to have her,” says one staff member.

Dr. Mahone is dedicated to her patients’ well-being, and that care doesn’t stop when she leaves the exam room. She goes above and beyond to help resolve any social issues her patients may have.

From her caring nature to her willingness to jump in and lend a hand, Dr. Mahone is truly a Rockin’ Doc. In the words of her colleagues, “We just LOVE her!”

Sameer Khalid, MD
Hospitalist

Labeled as “one of the best doctors I have dealt with” by a staff member, Dr. Sameer Khalid, a hospitalist at Elkhart General Hospital, is this month’s Rockin’ Doc.

Personable, compassionate and genuine, Dr. Khalid is well-respected and liked by staff and patients, alike.

“Dr. Khalid introduces himself and shakes every patient’s hand. He sits down with patients, gives them the time to ask questions and explains things in layman’s terms. Dr. Khalid treats patients with the utmost respect.”

As one staff member puts it, “He is always advocating for his patients to make sure they get the best care possible.”

One patient recalled an especially memorable encounter with Dr. Khalid. “I really can’t say enough to explain the great experience and feeling we had about our experience with him,” says a patient.

Nursing staff appreciates how much he values their input on patient care. “He asks our opinion which shows us we are respected by him and he trusts our knowledge. That alone makes a difference in my job satisfaction.”

It’s easy to see that Dr. Khalid loves being a physician. “He smiles, jokes and is a great doctor to work with,” explains a staff member. “He genuinely cares about his patients and his nursing staff, making sure we have what we need to help the patients. He’s my favorite doctor.”