About
Dr. Marina Kovačević brings more than a decade of clinical and academic experience to Quintessential Care. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Weiss Memorial Hospital and holds board certification in Internal Medicine along with Fellow status in the American College of Physicians. She serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, where she has taught and mentored residents and medical students.
Dr. Kovačević spent years as Hospital Medicine Lead at Evanston Hospital within Endeavor Health, directing clinical operations and leading quality improvement initiatives. She developed a division-wide Point-of-Care Ultrasound program supported by philanthropy funding, advancing bedside ultrasound in patient assessment. She has presented nationally on patient-centered care and patient experience. Her awards include multiple Teaching Awards, the 2025 Physician Excellence Award, and Hospitalist of the Year honors. She believes exceptional medicine depends on time, trust, and meaningful dialogue. Her approach emphasizes proactive prevention, chronic disease management, and steady support through illness.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine, Weiss Memorial Hospital
Additional Training
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Certifications
Who is Dr. Kovačević right for?
Dr. Kovačević is well suited to adults who want a physician with deep clinical and academic credentials. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her proactive, prevention-focused approach. Those who value a physician who listens carefully and communicates clearly will find her partnership model a natural fit. Her hospital medicine background also makes her a strong choice for patients navigating complex or multi-specialty health situations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kovačević specializes in internal medicine, primary care, and preventive medicine. She focuses on proactive prevention, chronic disease management, and supporting patients through acute illness. Her approach emphasizes individualized care plans built around each patient's goals and values.
Yes. Dr. Kovačević holds board certification in Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Kovačević completed her Internal Medicine residency at Weiss Memorial Hospital. She has since accumulated more than a decade of clinical and academic experience across hospital medicine and concierge primary care.
Dr. Kovačević serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. She has taught and mentored medical students and residents throughout her career.
Dr. Kovačević has earned multiple Teaching Awards, the 2025 Physician Excellence Award, and Hospitalist of the Year honors. These recognitions reflect her clinical excellence and her commitment to patient experience and education.
Dr. Kovačević builds her care around partnership and individualized planning. She believes exceptional medicine relies on time, trust, and meaningful dialogue. Her goal is for every patient to feel heard, informed, and supported in reaching their health goals.
Yes. Dr. Kovačević served as Hospital Medicine Lead at Evanston Hospital within Endeavor Health. She directed clinical operations and led initiatives focused on quality improvement and interdisciplinary care. She also developed a Point-of-Care Ultrasound program supported by philanthropy funding.
Yes. Dr. Kovačević has presented nationally on innovation in patient-centered care and patient experience. Her work has focused on advancing care quality and improving how patients experience hospital and clinical settings.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026