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.
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.
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! 🏳️⚧️❤️🔥”
Dr. Locnikar is a board-certified physician who has dedicated the last 10 years of his medical practice to Addiction Medicine. Dr. Locnikar's career began as an ear, nose, and throat surgeon. He later specialized in facial plastic surgery, where he practiced for over 10 years. During that time, he developed a substance addiction that ultimately consumed his personal and professional life. After successfully completing extensive drug and alcohol treatment, he returned to the practice of medicine. He has since dedicated his personal and professional life to the treatment of others suffering from similar addictions. This special blend of personal experience and extensive medical/surgical knowledge has allowed him to provide his patients with the very best care in medical addiction treatment. He has served as Medical Director of several substance abuse treatment centers and hospitals. Dr. Locnikar is thrilled at the opportunity to help his patients get off of drugs and alcohol and abstain
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I believe that the best healthcare comes from a partnership between myself and the people who put their trust in me. I encourage communication and strive to work with each individual to help them achieve their own goals for their health. The practice location in Scottsdale is now open and I look forward to welcoming new patients of all ages, genders and walks of life.
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.
