02 Jun 2024 Men of the Moment 2024: Greg Kendrick

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Greg Kendrick, MD, is quick to credit others who guided him into his career and supported and mentored him into the successful leader he is for Conway Regional Health System.

“I became a physician because I love science and helping people,” he said. “My Aunt Lois also told me I should be a doctor or a lawyer, so I became a doctor and married a lawyer.

“Many individuals poured into my life to allow me to have a successful career, including my parents, George and Sue Kendrick; my brother Todd; my late in-laws, Jim and Charlotte Hill; and many teachers, coaches and friends. Dr. Bill Furlow has mentored me since I began practicing medicine in Conway. Most importantly, I am inspired every day by my wife, Jennifer. She is the most intelligent and best person I know.” 

Dr. Kendrick treats an array of illnesses and injuries that require diverse medical knowledge. “For example, the COVID-19 pandemic presented the biggest challenge of my career,” he recalls. “Conway Regional Medical Center and the hospital group provided our community with high-quality, comprehensive health care for the sickest patients I have ever seen.

“I find genuine satisfaction in my work,” he said. “I love identifying and solving problems, which is a large aspect of my role as a physician and director of the hospitalist group and of the internal medicine residency program. There is nothing more satisfying than knowing our hospital has made a positive impact on patients and their families. The collaboration of the hospitalist team I work alongside inspires me, as we are not afraid of challenging work. I enjoy watching the internal medicine residents learn and grow into excellent physicians.”

Dr. Kendrick’s most significant career achievements have been establishing and directing the Hospitalist Program and helping to build the Internal Medicine Residency Program. 

“These programs were achieved through collaboration with fellow physicians and hospital administration, demonstrating the spirit of teamwork that Conway Regional values, which in turn makes our institution better,” he explained. 

Learn more at conwayregional.org.