Medical school was not in Dr. George Wiemann’s career plans after he graduated from Cornell University. “I didn’t know that I wanted to go into medicine until I found a job as a research technician in the cardiology department at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. That’s when I found my passion,” recalls Dr. Wiemann.

What career advice do offer young people?

“The happiest and most productive people are in jobs they love. When I meet people interested in attending medical school, I suggest that they volunteer or intern at a hospital to find out if they have a passion for medicine.” [Doylestown Hospital has an active teen volunteer program, and a specialized pre-med program for high school juniors and seniors, which exposes them to the medical field. Call 215-345-2205 for more information.]

How has patient care changed in 20 years?

“Our medical care today offers a greater array of testing and treatment options and our physicians have more highly specialized capabilities. With these options, some of our greatest challenges are how to help patients and families make decisions for their care. Because we live in a faster-paced and greater stressed society, it is critical that we educate people on living healthier.”

Rumor has it that you’re a great cook. Is that true?

“In college, I worked as a dishwasher in a fraternity house and eventually became sous chef. I also lived in a co-op where everyone took turns cooking. I enjoy trying different combinations of herbs, marinades and modifying recipes. I am definitely the BBQ-meister in our house. Everyone loves Dad’s ‘Beer Can Chicken!’”

Dr. Wiemann is a board-certified cardiologist at Doylestown Hospital and Central Bucks Cardiology. He trained at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Temple University Hospital.