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Milton Chávez, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at his practice, Dr. Milton Chávez MD, SC in Wicker Park, Chicago. Dr. Chávez takes a proactive approach to medical care and views his role as a patient advocate, exploring all avenues to help them prevent, improve, or maintain health and wellness. 

After completing his Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages at Wofford College in Spartanburg, North Carolina, Dr. Chávez went on to earn his medical degree at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. He then completed his surgical residency and a pediatric surgical fellowship at the University of California at Los Angeles, before moving to the midwest for his family medicine residency training at Rush University in Chicago. He also completed a mini epilepsy fellowship at Bowman Grey School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. 

Dedicated to his profession, Dr. Chávez is board certified in family medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He’s also an active member of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, and the American College of Physician Executives. 

In addition to providing compassionate care to all of his patients, Dr. Chávez’s special interests include in-office surgery and procedures, including the diagnosis and management of skin and musculoskeletal disorders.

Dr. Chávez has many interests, but he’s passionate about health, food, travel, and cycling. 

Welcome to Shine Medical Center! A center where you can expect personalized care, based on evidence based research, for all of your primary care needs. We understand primary care has became challenging with the changes in healthcare settings. It is continuing to be more expensive, while less accessible. Often times, you are seeing multiple providers for primary/ acute care and unsure who to even talk to. With the unique concept of Direct Primary Care, we are able to deliver exceptional and personlized primary care to each of our patients. With this model, it allows no surprise billings, unrushed visits, unlimited visits, same day/ next day appointments, transparent prices and more. Best of all, most of the services are already included in subscription fees. See website for more details. With multiple platforms including in person and Telemedicine options, we hope to provide quality primary care, improve overall wellbeing and reduce the risks of complications/ hospitalizations.

James Hawkins, DO, is a vein specialist certified by the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine, with over 30 years of experience. At Fox Valley Vein Centers, Dr. Hawkins serves patients living in and around Sandwich, Yorkville, and Aurora, Illinois.

Dr. Hawkins was born just outside of Chicago in Evergreen Park. He earned his undergraduate degree from Benedictine College, located in Lisle, Illinois, followed by his medical degree from the Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Hawkins then completed his subsequent residency at the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, located in Chicago.

Today, Dr. Hawkins is a registered vascular technologist and a registered physician in vascular interpretation. At Fox Valley Vein Centers, he offers effective solutions for several common vascular conditions, including spider veins and varicose veins. Dr. Hawkins routinely performs vein treatments, including sclerotherapy, ambulatory phlebectomy, and endovenous ablation using the VenaCure EVLT® system. 

Dr. Hawkins has been practicing in Sandwich, Plainfield, and Yorkville for over 20 years, and he is proud to serve his local community. He currently resides in Yorkville with his wife and seven children.

Brett is an integrative nurse practitioner who is board certified in both internal medicine and sexual/reproductive medicine. Prior to joining Whole Health Chicago, Brett worked in OBGYN clinics where she was able to treat a variety of conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, PMS, PMDD, depression, anxiety, and perimenopausal/menopausal symptoms. She is trained in contraceptive management, including IUD/Nexplanon insertions and removals. Brett received her MSN from Vanderbilt University, where she gained a plethora of experience working not only in general primary care and OBGYN clinics but also in specialty clinics such as memory care, sleep medicine, Vanderbilt’s PCOS Clinic, and Vanderbilt’s Clinic for Transgender Health.

Dr. Zahir is a board-certified sleep medicine physician committed to helping patients achieve better sleep and overall health. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, she specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, hypersomnia, insomnia and circadian rhythm issues. Dr. Zahir received her Sleep Medicine fellowship at Medical College of Wisconsin. She has a particular interest in the intersection of sleep and metabolic health, with a focus on obesity medicine and its impact on sleep quality. By addressing the root causes of sleep disturbances, she empowers patients to improve not only their sleep but also their long-term wellness. She works closely with each patient to develop individualized treatment plans that promote restorative rest. Dr. Zahir is accepting new patients.

Jessica is a dedicated healthcare provider who is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with strong academic and professional experience. Jessica has been a nurse for over 10 years providing care to patients of all ages. Jessica’s experience specializes in pediatric primary and acute care, women’s health and adolescent & adult psychiatry. Jessica has spent six years as a higher education professor for nursing universities. She obtained her master’s degree from Purdue University in Indiana. Jessica’s passion for providing optimal patient care with quality and compassionate care is evident during her years of practice. Jessica focuses on holistic care and encouraging a healthy lifestyle. ​ Specialty care: Pediatric primary care, acute care, Women’s health, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Wellness Care

My name is Dina Zimmerman and I am a Family Nurse Practitioner that has a passion for helping patients of all ages and medical issues, in a more personal and convenient manner. Being a mom of five, I understand how sick days can be extremely challenging with leaving work and caring for a sick child or children for an unknown amount of time. I decided I would do whatever it takes to make family life easier with my House Calls and Office Availability! The quick response and convenient booking to have a child looked at by a medical professional is paramount. In a world with too many diseases for a parent to know which specialist or other diagnostic tests are necessary or which is not alarming at all, I want to ease parents concerns and be available to answer their questions right away!

Midwest Dermatology welcomed Dr. James Delis in August 2017. Prior to joining Midwest Dermatology, Dr. Delis held the position of President and Medical Director at Ascend Dermatology in Southern Wisconsin overseeing 10 clinics for many years. Dr. Delis is Board certified in Family Medicine with extensive dermatology and procedural training, and certified in "Combined Use of Neurotoxins and Dermal Fillers for Facial Enhancement". He is also a certified Medical Review Officer and a certified Civil Surgeon. He contributed as a Principle Investigator for AbbVie on the "Long-Term Safety of Humira in Adult Patients with Chronic Plaque Psoriasis".

Dr. Delis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Loyola University of Chicago and graduated medical school from Midwestern University.Dr. Delis takes a special interest in acne treatment, skin cancer detection, psoriasis treatment, eczema and rashes, alopecia, warts and minor surgical procedures. Dr. Delis also performs many cosmetic dermatology procedures such as Botox, Dysport, and a variety of injectable fillers. 

Dr. Delis is on staff at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare and NorthShore University HealthSystem.

"I try to treat all of my patients as I would treat a member of my own family: with honesty, compassion, enthusiasm, and humor, using the best judgment, knowledge and technical ability that I have to offer."

Being in medical field for over a decade, helping people to achieve their optimal state of health is a personal goal of mine. Working in critical care helped me to gain a completely different outlook on life. As a family nurse practitioner, I enjoy educating my patients about their health and wellbeing. Preventing chronic illnesses is a teamwork between the patient and their provider. I believe that listening to your patients and understanding their point of view is the key in achieving their goals and the most optimum state of health.

Lake Immediate Care and Clinic is a family and neighborhood medical oasis in an ever-increasing world of specialized medicine. Led by Dr. Reginald Ebirim and Dr. Eberechukwu Odoji Ibe, the experienced and knowledgeable staff includes board-certified physicians, care coordinators, medical assistants, laboratory staff, and a phlebotomist. Together, this team provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to the community of Island Lake, Illinois.

As part of their services, Lake Immediate Care and Clinic features an on-site X-ray machine and laboratory that are crucial for helping with minor injuries and urgent care. The clinic is open every day except Sunday from 8am-6pm. Walk-ins are welcome, though it’s always a good idea to call ahead, if possible.

In addition to prompt medical attention, the highly qualified team offers annual checkups to help patients arms themselves with the best preventive practices through regular screening. Believing that the best way to stay healthy is through solid preventive care, Lake Immediate Care and Clinic features a center for medical weight loss.

Lake Immediate Care and Clinic also offers DOT exams, as well as regular school, sports, and employment physicals.

To help patients lead active, healthy lives, the team offers experienced management of most chronic diseases and works with specialists to provide ongoing medical oversight.

If you’d like to learn more about the comprehensive services at Lake Immediate Care and Clinic, call to set up an appointment or use the online booking tool.

Dr. Aleksandr Podolskiy is a board-certified Family Practice Medical Doctor, who works with patients of all ages in the Libertyville and Lake County area, including those who are Russian or Polish speaking. Dr. Podolskiy began his medical training in the Ukraine, his native country. He then went on to complete a Family Practice residency at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, Michigan. 

As a Family Practice physician, Dr. Podolskiy helps patients with a wide range of medical needs. His training spans multiple areas, including pediatrics, general internal medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, psychiatry and family counseling. Family Practice doctors are ideally and uniquely qualified to provide care for the entire family, no matter what stage of life they are at. Dr. Podolskiy prides himself on being available for patients ranging from infants to adolescents to patients in their geriatric years.

Dr. Podolskiy firmly believes in being as accessible as possible to his patients. For this reason, he has daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours, as well as Saturday appointments when requested or needed. 

If one of Dr. Podolskiy's patients is admitted to the hospital, he will follow them there as well. He frequently visits Advocate Condell Medical Center (just outside of his offices) to perform rounds on his inpatients. 

As patients enter their geriatric years, they may transition into local assisted-living facilities or local nursing facilities. Dr. Podolskiy frequently follows his patients while they are in these facilities as well. For patients who have special needs or patients who are homebound, Dr. Podolskiy sometimes makes house calls. 

Dr. Podolskiy treats each of his patients as a unique individual. There is no "one-size-fits-all" medicine here: Every person gets the time, respect, and care that they deserve from Dr. Podolskiy. If you are looking for a family practice doctor who truly cares, give us a call to arrange an appointment today! 

Hanifa Waarith, NP, is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care in Hobart and LaPorte, Indiana. Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Hanifa brings a wealth of experience in family medicine, pain management, mental health, community health, and urgent care to the practice. 

With a Master of Science in Nursing from Lewis University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University of Calumet, Hanifa has a strong educational foundation. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Chicago State University. Her comprehensive training includes a fellowship program at WellNow Urgent Care, where she specialized in acute care with an emphasis on evidence-based practice.

At WellNow Urgent Care, Hanifa managed the daily care of patients, addressing both adult and pediatric acute illnesses and injuries. Her proficiency extends to performing physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests, managing medications, and conducting procedures such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage (I&D), and vaginal exams. She also performed Department of Transportation exams for CDL employee physicals and workers' compensation exams.

Hanifa has extensive experience managing a multitude of chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, diabetes, thyroid, asthma, chronic pain, and behavioral health issues like depression and anxiety. She is skilled in providing comprehensive care and educating patients and families on managing acute and chronic conditions. Hanifa holds American Heart Association certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and basic Life Support, is NIHSS certified, and is a certified medical examiner. 

Passionate about preventive medicine and mental health, Hanifa is committed to delivering exceptional patient care at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on her patients' lives by promoting health and wellness.

Hanifa Waarith, NP, is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care in Hobart and LaPorte, Indiana. Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Hanifa brings a wealth of experience in family medicine, pain management, mental health, community health, and urgent care to the practice. 

With a Master of Science in Nursing from Lewis University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University of Calumet, Hanifa has a strong educational foundation. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Chicago State University. Her comprehensive training includes a fellowship program at WellNow Urgent Care, where she specialized in acute care with an emphasis on evidence-based practice.

At WellNow Urgent Care, Hanifa managed the daily care of patients, addressing both adult and pediatric acute illnesses and injuries. Her proficiency extends to performing physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests, managing medications, and conducting procedures such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage (I&D), and vaginal exams. She also performed Department of Transportation exams for CDL employee physicals and workers' compensation exams.

Hanifa has extensive experience managing a multitude of chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, diabetes, thyroid, asthma, chronic pain, and behavioral health issues like depression and anxiety. She is skilled in providing comprehensive care and educating patients and families on managing acute and chronic conditions. Hanifa holds American Heart Association certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and basic Life Support, is NIHSS certified, and is a certified medical examiner. 

Passionate about preventive medicine and mental health, Hanifa is committed to delivering exceptional patient care at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on her patients' lives by promoting health and wellness.