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.
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.
Norma is a high-impact social work professional with great experience working with diverse populations. She received her Master of Social Work degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and has primarily worked as a school-based counselor in Phoenix, utilizing individual, group, and family approaches. Now with HealthyU Clinics, she’s excited to drive positive patient outcomes in an integrated care setting. She loves spending time with her family and friends and can be found hanging out at various coffee shops throughout the Valley.
Norma is bilingual and can see Spanish or English speaking patients. She is available in-person at our Glendale clinic, or online via telehealth.
Barbara Garcia, MD, is a primary care physician. She serves patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Glendale, Arizona, clinic.
Dr. Garcia attended medical school at The University of California, Los Angeles, where she graduated in 1996. She then moved to Phoenix, Arizona, to start a residency at St. Joseph's Hospital, where she completed two years of OB/GYN training. She then transferred to the Department of Family Medicine, graduating in 2000.
Dr. Garcia was in private practice in the Maryvale community of Phoenix from 2000-2016, then joined Abrazo Medical Group from 2016-2022. Dr. Garcia began working at HealthyU Clinics in December 2022 when Abrazo-West Olive Family Medicine joined HealthyU Clinics. She is excited to continue caring for her long-term patients.
Dr. Garcia enjoys diabetes care, primary prevention, women’s health, and adolescent care. She also works part-time as a clinical faculty for the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Phoenix, where she teaches student doctors how to interview patients, perform physical exams, and develop their clinical and critical thinking skills.
She enjoys being the "contractor" for patients' healthcare needs and works with specialists (aka subcontractors) to manage total care.
Originally from Southern California, Dr. Garcia often travels back to visit family and friends. She is married with three teenage sons and a furry little guy who all keep her busy and happy.
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.
At Heartistry Nutrition, we treat the whole person rather than their chronic condition. Our approach focuses on individualized nutrition care. We work with your preferences, budget, and health goals to create a custom nutrition plan just for you.
Felicia, a graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, where she also attended a dietetic internship wellness track, brings a wealth of experience in addressing conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart disease. She’s also the author of Dietetic Intern Guidebook: An Uncomplicated and Practical Guide to Nutrition Intervention, which provides an uncomplicated and practical approach to treat conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease.
Felicia is active in the industry and stays up to date on research as she is a member of multiple dietetic practice groups (DPG) including the Cardiovascular Health and Well-Being DPG, Diabetes DPG, Renal Dietitians DPG, and Healthy Aging DPG. She is also a member of the National Kidney Foundation, and the Central Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
At Heartistry Nutrition, we offer a free 20-minute telehealth consultation to discuss your health concerns and goals, whether you’re interested in weight loss or need help managing your blood sugar levels or high blood pressure. We offer all our client’s a 75-minute initial consultation and 45-minutes follow-up appointments. During this time we'll discuss your medical history and health concerns in further detail, reviewing your lab values, and providing tailored nutrition plans without forcing diets, ensuring they fit your lifestyle and address your goals.
We accept most major insurance including Aetna, Medicare, and Blue Cross Blue Sheild to make nutrition care affordable and accessible. Take the first step toward better health — schedule your free consultation today by phone or online.
YuJie Shui, D.O. was born and raised in China and spent his high school years in the greater Phoenix area. He graduated from Boston University with a degree in Biomedical Engineering. He received his Doctoral degree from Midwestern University – College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. He completed his residency training in Kingman Regional Medical Center in Kingman, Arizona. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine.
He is married with two lovely children. In his spare time, he loves cooking a variety of cuisines with his family. He also enjoys playing and watching sports.
Umesh Narayanan, M.D. is a native of Tampa, Florida. He completed his undergraduate studies earning a Bachelor of Sciences at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida (Go Gators!). He completed his medical school at Saba University School of Medicine in the Dutch Caribbean. He completed his Family Medicine Residency training at the University of North Dakota in Minot, North Dakota. He then went on and completed a Geriatrics Fellowship at the University of Arizona Geriatrics program here in Sun City, Arizona. He loved the area so much and has found permanent residence in Phoenix, Arizona. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine and is Board Certified in Geriatric Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is also an academic preceptor for the geriatric fellowship program through University of Arizona/Banner Health. He has fellows and residents rotate with him once a week. He is married. His wife is a Physician Assistant in Dermatology in the area. In his spare time, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching and playing football, basketball, and baseball. He also enjoys hiking. Traveling the world and trying various cuisines is his passion.
Karie Pietrykowski is a Family Nurse Practitioner currently practicing at Oasis Ear, Nose and Throat in Surprise, AZ.
Karie was born and raised in Montana where she studied dance and theater. She discovered her passion for serving others when she saw the amazing care provided to her mother during her battle with breast cancer. She worked as a nurse prior to graduating with her Masters in Science from The University of Cincinnati and has worked in healthcare for over a decade. She previously worked as a primary care provider and continues to be dedicated to complete patient-centered care.
She moved to Arizona with her two black labs to enjoy the sunshine. She continues to participate in dance and theater. She spends her free time taking dance classes, teaching yoga and watching Cubs baseball.
“Our appointment was for 11:00am, the office was very busy, and appointments were running late. It would have been nice to have been told that. Once in the exam room, everything was great! The Doctor was very friendly and encouraging. He had a lot of patience, he listened to us, and then took care of business. He explained why he wanted additional tests, and then got them ordered. ”
“Tyler talks and discusses your issues and concerns in depth, Tyler spends as much time thats needed discussing your needs there is not set time limit like most offices”
Dr. Tyler Watkins, FNP
Family Physician
3450 W. Chandler Blvd
Suite 1 Room 110
Chandler, AZ 85226
Dr. Roehrs received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 1971 and completed a pulmonary fellowship at the University of Texas San Antonio in 1978. Dr. Roehrs brings over 50 years of patient experience to Arizona Chest and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Roehrs provides pulmonary and sleep medicine specialty care in a virtual outpatient clinical setting to patients of Arizona Chest and Sleep Medicine.
In addition to his experience, Dr. Roehrs serves as the director of sleep medicine research at the Phoenix VA and spends much of his professional time practicing sleep medicine and teaching pulmonary fellows. He is board certified in sleep medicine, pulmonary medicine, and internal medicine.
Jessica is certified as a gender-care provider and HIV Specialist. She began her career in the ER where she was confronted with how systemic failures result in folks falling through the cracks, especially folks from the LGBTQ+ community. Learning from and being moved by many close family, friends, and patients of lived experience, she is often quoted as saying, “I knew if I could be doing something, I absolutely should be.” During her graduate studies, she coordinated meetings with the Dean, Assistant Dean, and a dear friend of lived experience to transform the Women’s Health course into Gender Health to ensure gender-affirming healthcare was incorporated into the graduate and undergraduate nursing curriculum at IUSB. Since graduating in 2016, she continued the bold work of bettering healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community in family practices in Indiana and California. She has now branched out into telemedince to improve access to competent care for patients otherwise out of reach.
“I cannot recall ever feeling so cared for by any provider—Jess has really taken the time to get to know me in a short time, develop a transition plan together, educate me about the many things I don't know, and point me towards other local resources I didn't know existed. In a time when everything else in the world feels so uncertain, I could not feel happier or safer in Gamut's care. Thank you Jess and Jon! 🏳️⚧️❤️🔥”
At Heartistry Nutrition, we treat the whole person rather than their chronic condition. Our approach focuses on individualized nutrition care. We work with your preferences, budget, and health goals to create a custom nutrition plan just for you.
Felicia, a graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, where she also attended a dietetic internship wellness track, brings a wealth of experience in addressing conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart disease. She’s also the author of Dietetic Intern Guidebook: An Uncomplicated and Practical Guide to Nutrition Intervention, which provides an uncomplicated and practical approach to treat conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease.
Felicia is active in the industry and stays up to date on research as she is a member of multiple dietetic practice groups (DPG) including the Cardiovascular Health and Well-Being DPG, Diabetes DPG, Renal Dietitians DPG, and Healthy Aging DPG. She is also a member of the National Kidney Foundation, and the Central Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
At Heartistry Nutrition, we offer a free 20-minute telehealth consultation to discuss your health concerns and goals, whether you’re interested in weight loss or need help managing your blood sugar levels or high blood pressure. We offer all our client’s a 75-minute initial consultation and 45-minutes follow-up appointments. During this time we'll discuss your medical history and health concerns in further detail, reviewing your lab values, and providing tailored nutrition plans without forcing diets, ensuring they fit your lifestyle and address your goals.
We accept most major insurance including Aetna, Medicare, and Blue Cross Blue Sheild to make nutrition care affordable and accessible. Take the first step toward better health — schedule your free consultation today by phone or online.
