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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.

Siomara Hercules is a certified Nurse Practitioner with over eight years of nursing experience in orthopedic trauma, palliative care, and colorectal surgery. Her diverse clinical background has shaped her into a well-rounded provider who approaches patient care with empathy, attention to detail, and a deep respect for each individual’s unique health journey. 

Siomara earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University and her Master of Science in Nursing from United States University. She chose to specialize in urology because of her passion for helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and empowered—especially when navigating personal and often sensitive health concerns. 

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Siomara is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all patients. 

Outside of work, Siomara is a proud mom of three and can often be found cheering from the sidelines at her kids' sports games or exploring new restaurants around town. She brings the same energy, warmth, and curiosity to her personal life as she does to every patient encounter.

John Monroe, MD, founded Healthy Life Family Medicine in Goodyear, Arizona, in 2007. As a board-certified family physician, Dr. Monroe provides compassionate, patient-focused care to people of all ages. He’s committed to helping families in and around the communities west of Phoenix improve and protect their health. 

Dr. Monroe completed his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University in Tempe. He went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Arizona in Tucson. Dr. Monroe served his family medicine residency at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, including a year as chief resident. He’s certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. 

Dr. Monroe diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of health concerns such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and back and joint pain. He also offers physical exams and acute medical care for illnesses and injuries. Dr. Monroe also provides chronic care services to help patients manage chronic diseases and maintain their health and quality of life.

Daniel Talamo, DO, is a primary care physician. He serves patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Avondale, Arizona, clinic. 

Dr. Talamo began his professional career with Adelante Healthcare in Goodyear, Arizona, where he worked for two years. In 2021, he joined Amwell Medical Group and then in 2022, he joined HealthyU Clinics at their first clinic in Avondale, Arizona.

Before working as an osteopathic medical doctor, Dr. Talamo attended Binghamton University in New York, receiving his bachelor's degree in cell and molecular biology. After graduating, Dr. Talamo graduated from the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York, and completed his family medicine residency at Houston Medical Center in Georgia in 2019.

In his free time, Dr. Talamo enjoys exercising and working out. After work, you can find him boxing/kickboxing. On the weekends, you can find him hiking or preparing for his next half marathon. He also enjoys traveling, trying new foods, plant care, baking, and spending time with his family in Arizona and New York. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

 

Nicola Ciarelli, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, is a compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner and co-owner of 180 Mental Health and Wellness in Phoenix, Arizona, where she provides both in-person and telehealth appointments. She offers comprehensive mental health evaluations and medication management for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, substance use concerns, and other mental health conditions.

Nicola takes a holistic approach, focusing on the whole person rather than symptoms alone. She offers individualized care through a range of treatment options, including integrative psychiatry. At 180 Mental Health and Wellness, her mission is to provide therapeutic services that patients feel comfortable engaging in while supporting meaningful change and healing. She also encourages healthy lifestyle changes, including improvements in nutrition and physical activity, to promote overall well-being.

Originally from Milford, Pennsylvania, Nicola moved to Arizona in 2004. She began her nursing career in 2007 and spent many years working in the emergency department. Nicola earned her bachelor’s degree from Grand Canyon University and her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She later completed a post-master’s certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through Maryville University, expanding her expertise in evaluating and treating mental health conditions.

Outside the office, Nicola enjoys hiking, gardening, rock climbing, snowboarding, and playing the piano.

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.

Dr. Farago is a family medicine trained, board certified physician. His experience includes general family medicine as well as addiction and non-interventional pain medicine. He has expertise using both buprenorphine and methadone for the treatment of chronic opioid dependency. He is licensed in the both the USA as well as Canada to practice medicine. His DEA exemption allows him to prescribe Suboxone in the US for substance abuse. He is a licensed MRO for urine drug screening and is currently consulted for opioid management.