Ben Reinking, MD

I remember medical school orientation clearly. I was excited, nervous, confident, and full of self-doubt, all of it wrapped up in a kind of nervous energy. I had a clear vision of what my life would look like. I would finish medical school, complete residency, and practice primary care back in my hometown. The white coat they draped over me at the ceremony did not sit comfortably on my shoulders, …

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As a pediatric cardiologist, I have spent my career watching children grow. During clinic visits, we track their height, weight, and milestones. We also sit with families and ask what makes their children smile. We might send a toddler to physical therapy for gross motor delay while we also encourage her love of art or music. Years of listening to parents share what their child enjoys has taught me that …

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During the session, my partner leading the discussion asked, “What is your purpose?” One of the physician owners confidently replied, “To replace hips and knees.” The facilitator then asked everyone in the room, “How many of you see this as your main purpose?” Two more people raised their hands, both of whom were also physician owners of the practice.

We had been invited to work with a local orthopedic

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