Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Social workers often say, “Meet people where they are.” You won’t meet one who champions this phrase more to co-create meaning than Emma Aguas. Hailing from Bakersfield, California, Emma moved to Arizona with her family to get her Masters of Social Work from Arizona State University. Since graduation, she’s worked as a client care coordinator, a case manager, and a clinician in a variety of settings providing high-quality services to drive positive change for her patients. In her free time, Emma enjoys playing with her pets and hanging out with friends and family.
Emma is bilingual in Spanish and English and able to provides services in-person or via telehealth.
Lauren Havard, MD, is a family medicine and primary care physician. She serves patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Phoenix, Arizona, clinic.
Dr. Havard joined HealthyU Clinics in 2021. She previously worked as an outpatient family physician at two Banner Medical Group clinics in Phoenix, Arizona. She also worked at Banner Boswell Medical Center in Sun City, Arizona, mid-pandemic, as a hospitalist.
Dr. Havard completed her residency at Abrazo Central Family Medicine Residency Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She attended medical school at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in St. Marteen.
During medical school, she spent her third year in Chichester, England (where she met her husband), and her fourth year in the United States.
Dr. Havard and her husband love spending time with their dog Lily, playing co-ed soccer, hiking, working out, listening to music, watching binge-worthy shows, and most importantly spending time with friends and family.
Nicholas Werth, PA-C, is a physician assistant. He serves patients in Glendale and Phoenix, Arizona, at the HealthyU Clinics Phoenix – 31st Ave. clinic and the Glendale – West Olive Ave. clinic.
Nicholas was born and raised in Minnesota. He attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis as an undergraduate, receiving his bachelor’s degree in physiology in 2015. He then completed his physician assistant training at Touro University Nevada in Henderson in 2021. After graduating, Nicholas moved to Phoenix and joined HealthyU Clinics in early 2022.
Nicholas enjoys taking the time to provide education to his patients. He believes in employing shared decision-making with patients to ensure compliance with the treatment plan and to maintain patient autonomy. He is also passionate about mental health and enjoys working closely with the behavioral health management staff to help meet the needs of his patients.
When he’s not seeing patients, Nicholas can find him spending time with his girlfriend and their dog, playing golf, watching sports, working on his car, cooking, or trying new restaurants.
Hi! Megan Rigby here! I am a doctorate-prepared pediatric and family nurse practitioner specializing in primary care and family wellness. If you are looking for modern medicine with a mix of holistic care, then I am your provider. My focus is on preventative medicine in the most natural way possible. I do not believe in prescribing medications exclusively but rather finding ways to improve health and preventing further illness through complimentary medicine. I started REFRESH HEALTH because I want to change the way we look at medicine. I want your experience with me to be REFRESHingly different from the rest. I am providing a mix of in-clinic, Telehealth and mobile visits in order to make your medical experience convenient and accessible for your family. With 13 years of medical experience; 10 years of nutrition consulting/certification and endless hours of continuing education you can rest assure you will receive the best care possible.
“I cannot express how grateful I am to not dread our check up appointment with my now one year-old. It is so refreshing to have a judgment free space to take our family to for our care!”
Megan Rigby, DNP
Family Physician
24650 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy. Suite 101
Peoria, AZ 85383
I have lived in the east valley since the age of 2. I graduated from Mesa High School, Arizona State University, and then went on to medical school at the A.T. Still University of Health Sciences in Kirksville, Missouri. Following my doctorate, I finished a rotating internship at Phoenix General Hospital. I then began private practice in Scottsdale where I have been since.
I am currently Board Certified in Family Practice, Clinical Lipidology, and as a Certified Principal Investigator. I am a Fellow of the National Lipid Association, and the Association of Physicians in Clinical Research.
I have a true passion for medicine, with my private practice, teaching medical students, lecturing in the cardiovascular arena, and running a clinical research site. I also have more than 12 publications in the cardiovascular arena.
I have served as Chairman of Family Practice at Honor Health Osborn and Tempe St. Lukes.
I enjoy high intensity exercise, reading and spending time with my children.
Melissa Zuber is a certified family nurse practitioner that provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals of all ages. With expertise in preventative health, chronic disease management, and acute care, Melissa is committed to supporting patients in achieving optimal health through personalized treatment plans and compassionate guidance. She works closely with patients to ensure their healthcare needs are met in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Melissa earned her BSN at Utah Valley University, where she was the Student Council President for three consecutive years. She worked for her MSN at Georgetown University while maintaining the position of Class President. Go Hoyas!
Melissa enjoys hiking, spending time with her three daughters, and is a sucker for ice cream.
Dr. Ricardo La Grotta, MD is a primary care physician. He serves patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Chandler, Arizona clinic.
With over two decades of medical experience, Dr. La Grotta brings his passion and commitment to HealthyU Clinics. Motivated by the organization's dedication to prioritizing patients, he joins with enthusiasm and a belief that the clinic is truly upholding the oath in primary care by putting people first.
Having spent his formative years in diverse regions such as South America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Northwest, Dr. La Grotta has cultivated a unique perspective. His focus on Primary Care and Urgent Care stems from a seamless blend of practical experience and scientific knowledge.
Although his family has been in the Pacific Northwest for four decades, Dr. La Grotta eagerly embraces Arizona as his new home. He looks forward to immersing himself in the beauty of the state, connecting with its vibrant communities, and indulging in the rich gastronomy that Arizona has to offer.
Veronica Rodriguez, MD, is a family medicine and primary care physician. She serves patients in Phoenix, Arizona, at the HealthyU Clinics - Phoenix 40th St. location.
Dr. Rodriguez was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She received her bachelor's degree in biology at the Universidad de Puerto Rico. She then attended medical school at Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Mexico. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Rodriguez completed her residency training at Abrazo Central Family Medicine Residency in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dr. Rodriguez joined HealthyU Clinics in 2022. As a primary care physician, she believes in providing quality care to each of her patients by encouraging healthy choices and focusing on preventive medicine. It is her belief that healthy food, an active lifestyle, and good healthcare are critical to a long, happy, and fulfilling life.
When she’s not seeing patients, Dr. Rodriguez enjoys camping, running, drawing, and visiting new restaurants.
