In this episode, hosts Katie Harris and Katie White welcome Dr. Maureen Connolly, a physician whose decades of work in internal medicine have been grounded in empathy and long-term patient relationships. Dr. Connolly shares how her experiences in practice have shaped her approach to care and balance — and why listening, connection, and trust remain at the heart of everything she does.

This week, Katie Harris and Katie White sit down with Dr. Mary Beth Fasano, Emeritus Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Iowa. Dr. Fasano reflects on a career that has blended patient care, education, and leadership — and the lessons she’s learned about mentorship, resilience, and advocating for others along the way. Her story is an inspiring look at how compassion and curiosity can shape a lifetime of impact.

In this episode, hosts Katie Harris and Katie White talk with Dr. Rachel Dirksen, physician and co-founder of Remedy Internal Medicine in Coralville. Dr. Dirksen shares her path from academic medicine to private practice, what inspired her to take the leap into entrepreneurship, and how she built a model of care focused on time, connection, and trust. Her story is one of courage, creativity, and staying true to what matters most in medicine.