Adam Blaine, MD

Growing up in Wyoming and spending my entire life in the West, I never expected to find myself in Iowa. But on residency interview day, I was struck by the kindness, humility, and genuine enthusiasm of everyone I met. Dr. Manish Suneja and Dr. Katie Harris fostered an atmosphere of warmth and mentorship that stood out—and those qualities have only deepened throughout my time here.

Residency has been the most transformative chapter of my medical journey. I’ve had the privilege of learning from brilliant, compassionate colleagues and mentors who have shaped me into the clinician I am today. The collaborative spirit among faculty and co-residents is truly exceptional, and through every challenge, the internal medicine community has remained one of the most meaningful and rewarding parts of my life.

As chief resident, I’m honored to give back to the community that has supported me so fully. I aim to empower our internal medicine residents to build purposeful careers rooted in clinical excellence. In my role as the CRQS chief, I look forward to advancing quality improvement and patient safety while deepening our engagement with rural and global health. Most of all, I am excited to support our residents and help foster a culture of curiosity, compassion, and collaboration.

Outside of medicine, you’ll often find me running the trails around Iowa City with my dog, Lola, or training for my next triathlon. I also enjoy skiing fresh powder in the Mountain West and exploring new adventures while traveling around the world.