Dr. Mark Brahier ’16

Internal Medicine Resident, Duke University Hospital

Major: Biology

Rising above and beyond clinical expertise to provide compassionate healthcare

As an internal medicine resident at Duke University Hospital, Dr. Mark Brahier ’16 is redefining what it means to provide compassionate care, combining his Catholic faith with his medical expertise to enhance the patient experience.

During his time at Notre Dame, Dr. Brahier was awarded the College of Science Dean’s Award, the Paul F. Ware M.D. Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award, and the Mr. and Mrs. Frank McDonald Senior Leader Fellowship, three of the highest honors a student can achieve at the University.

After graduating, Dr. Brahier earned his medical degree and a Master of Business Administration at Georgetown University. There, he re-established the Catholic Medical Association and revitalized the campus ministry by organizing spiritual formation events, Lenten lunches, the first medical student off-site retreat, and the annual Anatomical Donor Mass.

Dr. Brahier is now a third-year internal medicine resident at Duke University and intends to pursue additional training as a clinician-leader in the field of cardiac electrophysiology. Colleagues praise his commitment to excellent medical care and humanism as he expertly guides patients and their families through challenging medical situations, treating every patient with the utmost compassion and providing holistic care that addresses their physical, mental, and spiritual needs.