The Calling

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A CT scan revealed that Dr. James Chen, a Miami physician, had a cancerous, inoperable tumor behind his nose, with a prognosis of only eight weeks to live. Dr. Chen and his sons, Chris and Gordon, sought a miracle as they faced the harsh realities of the healthcare system. With Chris completing a cardiology fellowship and Gordon finishing medical school, they were shocked to learn that the first available oncologist appointment was in six weeks. Suddenly, they were patients, confronting a system that felt expensive, uncoordinated, and ineffective. James questioned, “If a family of doctors with connections can’t navigate this system, what chance do my patients have?” This prompted the Chens to find their calling. Alongside James’ wife Mary, Chris’s wife Stephanie (an attorney), and Gordon’s wife Jessica (another doctor), they established ChenMed, a physician-led company dedicated to serving underserved communities. ChenMed prioritizes compassionate, accountable care that enhances health outcomes. In this narrative, Chris and Gordon recount how their family transformed a potential tragedy into a revolutionary opportunity in healthcare delivery, fueled by determination, data, family, and faith. Their journey offers hope and inspiration for the future of healthcare.