07/23/2025
On July 15th, Tripti Adhikari, MD – Infectious Disease, was surprised with her award as Physician of the Quarter!
A few notes from her nomination by her peers:
Elizabeth Pionk, DO – Medical Director of Hospitalist Group
“Dr. Adhikari is an outstanding professional. She leads by example, fostering a culture of trust and compassion that enhances patient care and team collaboration. Her compassionate care, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to service have built lasting trust with patients, families, and our medical providers at McLaren Bay. She is a pillar of both our practice and the broader community in Bay City.”
Jacob Leroux, DO, Hospitalist
“Dr. Adhikari always goes above and beyond to help patients and her colleagues. She is more than deserving of this award, and we are so grateful to have her at McLaren Bay.”
Shweta Kambali, MD, Hospitalist
“Dr. Adhikari is an amazing physician who advocates for patient care. She is approachable and available at all times for our team, helping us manage complicated infections. She has also helped me and my patients immensely at McLaren Thumb. I am very grateful to her and nominate her for the Physician of the Quarter award.”
Arshid Pandit, MD, Hospitalist
“Dr. Adhikari consistently demonstrates integrity, respect, and accountability in every interaction – with patients, colleagues, and staff. Her calm demeanor, ethical decision-making, and commitment to excellence set a high standard for our medical community.”
Ashley Wischmeyer, Clinical Manager – Pharmacy
“Dr. Adhikari is always willing to discuss any questions we have in pharmacy. My staff and I have learned a great deal simply through discussions with her about patients. She goes above and beyond to work out the best course of action for the patient when it comes to escalation or de-escalation of antimicrobials. Beyond direct patient care, she attends Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee quarterly to give feedback and share best practices. She also attends most P&T meetings and offers insight on any topic we need direction with. She has no problem working with any of us to ensure that we are doing what is best for our patients, staff, and the facility.”
Haley Spencer, Pharmacist
“Dr. Adhikari is the most approachable Infectious Disease Physician I have worked with thus far in my career. As a younger, newer employee, it can be intimidating to walk up to providers and make recommendations regarding their patients. You can stop Dr. Adhikari in the middle of the hallway, and she is happy to have a conversation with you. If she doesn’t like your recommendation, she will take the extra time to explain why! Dr. Adhikari is one of the best Infectious Disease Physicians I have had the pleasure of working with, but it is her positive attitude, participation in multiple committees, and willingness to help staff that sets her apart.”
Dawn Aspin, Office Staff
“She is compassionate, caring, and respectful to her patients as well as her co-workers. Her patients have nothing but good to say about her. Most deserving for this prestigious award.”
Vicki Puz, Office Staff
“Dr. Adhikari is an exceptionally great person and physician. She always goes above and beyond with her patients. All the patients love her and speak very highly of her bedside manner. Dr. Adhikari is one of the nicest physicians I have worked for. She treats her co-workers with respect. Dr. Adhikari would be an ideal choice for this award.”
Colleen Ingle, Infection Preventionist
“She is cooperative, caring, and compassionate to all she encounters. Dr. Adhikari’s documentation is impeccable, clear, and concise. It is a demonstration of her intelligence, which favorably affects MBR. She methodically works through her consult list in a fast and efficient manner. Dr. Adhikari alleviates stress and empowers staff through education and her calm demeanor. She is the Best of the Best and shines a bright yet peaceful light on MBR. We are truly blessed to call her our Infectious Disease Physician.”
Staff Comments from Ashley Oliver
“The words people use to describe her are Sweet, kind, caring, compassionate, professional, thorough, and honest.”
Congratulations, Dr. Adhikari!
