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Alexander Feoktistov, MD, is the Founder and President of Synergy Integrative Headache Center and a nationally recognized expert in migraine, headache disorders, and interventional headache medicine.

He also serves as Medical Director of the Comprehensive Inpatient Headache Unit at Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago,
where he oversees the care of patients with severe, refractory headache conditions requiring inpatient treatment.

Patients from across the country seek out Dr. Feoktistov for his depth of expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and his ability to manage even the most complex and treatment-resistant headache disorders.

Dr. Feoktistov is board-certified in Headache Medicine by the United Council of Neurological Subspecialties and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pain Medicine. He is also board-certified in Internal Medicine by the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree with Highest Honors (Summa Cum Laude) from the Moscow Medical Academy, where he completed his neurology residency and later received a PhD in Neurology. His doctoral research focused on medication overuse headache (rebound headache) - a topic that remains central to his clinical and research work today.

For his academic excellence and clinical research, Dr. Feoktistov received a Presidential Award from the President of the Russian Federation, granting him a prestigious fellowship of his choice.

Dr. Feoktistov completed advanced subspecialty training in headache medicine at the Diamond Headache Clinic, where he worked directly with the legendary Seymour Diamond, MD.

He later completed a Pain Management fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.

From 2011 to 2020, Dr. Feoktistov served as a staff physician and Director of Clinical Research at the Diamond Headache Clinic.

He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications, co-authored nine book chapters, and presented extensively at national
and international headache and neurology conferences.

In 2015, he received the National Headache Foundation Lectureship Award.

Since 2019, he has served as President of the American Interventional Headache
Society.

 

Dr. Feoktistov specializes in advanced, image-guided headache and pain procedures, including:

 

• Botox® injections for chronic migraine, cervical dystonia, hyperhidrosis, and blepharospasm

 

• Ultrasound-guided trigger point injections

 

• Peripheral nerve blocks, including supraorbital, occipital, and auriculotemporal nerve blocks

 

• Sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG) blocks

 

• Cervical spinal facet injections and radiofrequency ablations, performed under fluoroscopic guidance

 

• Additional advanced interventional techniques tailored to each patient’s diagnosis

 

At the core of Dr. Feoktistov’s practice is a simple philosophy: listen carefully, diagnose precisely, and treat comprehensively. Patients often describe him as thorough, approachable, and deeply invested in helping them regain control of their lives.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Feoktistov is an avid reader with a particular interest in wellness, longevity, and performance optimization. He is also a dedicated coffee experimenter - constantly testing new brewing methods and flavor combinations (including the occasional grapefruit-enhanced caffeine experiment in pursuit of longer-lasting alertness). When he’s not reading or tinkering with coffee chemistry, he’s a devoted hockey fan who firmly believes that few things in life are as therapeutic as a well-played power play.

 

When you meet Dr. Alex, you’ll quickly notice his calm, thoughtful approach - he listens carefully, explains clearly, and treats each patient with the same level of care and precision he would expect for his own family.

Dr. Raina Gupta founded Sleepologie Health and Wellness after working in Sleep Medicine for over a decade. She wanted to create a place where patients can be seen quickly and easily, either in the comfort of their own homes or workplaces or in the clinic. They can be welcomed, feel comfortable, and get great quality healthcare from qualified physicians in a timely manner. Dr. Raina Gupta is a Fellowship trained, Board Certified Sleep Medicine Specialist and Board Certified Neurologist. She is founder of Sleepologie Health and Wellness in Chicago, IL. She is passionate about helping people optimize their sleep to enjoy better health and quality of life. With over 15 years of experience treating patients with a variety of sleep disorders, Dr. Gupta is a leader in the field of sleep medicine. She is working on research studies with Northwestern University. Her research has been focused on children and parents with diverse sleep issues.

Allopathic medicine, otherwise known as western-medicine, has been on the front-line of his training and practice however, the more he practices, the more limitations he sees in a western-centric approach. Several years ago, he dove deep into alternative methods during his father’s battle with Alzheimer’s. Western medicine was failing his quick progression. He experienced first-hand the painful limitations and weaknesses of a western-only medical approach and it was only after his passing that he incorporated alternative therapies into his practice – specifically hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). In 2015, Dr. Cohen incorporated hyperbaric therapy into his practice with the goal of improving brain wellness and prolonging brain longevity.

His research and approach to brain wellness and longevity is based on hundreds of scientific studies, reviews and analyses from around the world. As the only standalone medical center in the city of Chicago with medical-grade hyperbaric chambers, hyperbaric therapy at CNS has become the leading authority in hyperbaric treatments in the Midwest.

To expand on the care of his patients needing infusions, in 2019 Dr. Cohen , launched an IV infusion suite offering infusions for cancer, multiple sclerosis, autoimmune disorders and migraine therapy as well as vitamins, alpha-lipoic acid and NAD+ infusions.

With new discoveries in healthcare, Dr. Cohen brings them to his patients. The newest addition to his practice is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) which is FDA-approved for depression and OCD. TMS is also currently in use for a variety of neurological conditions as a part of research.

The integrative collaboration of all three practices is a gamechanger in the new world of brain wellness and longevity. Dr. Cohen has helped countless patients live optimal lives, providing care, resources and options for all of us to live longer optimal lives.

Conditions Treated

• Alzheimers & Dementia
• Back & Neck Pain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Fibromyalgia
• Migraines & Headaches
• Muscle Spasms, Cramps, & Weakness
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Neuropathy & Neuralgia
• Parkinson's Disease
• Postconcussive Syndrome
• Sciatica & Radiculopathies
• Seizures & Epilepsy
• Strokes & TIA
• Syncope & Fainting
• Tremors & Shaking
• Vertigo & Dizziness

Dr. Raina Gupta founded Sleepologie Health and Wellness after working in Sleep Medicine for over a decade. She wanted to create a place where patients can be seen quickly and easily, either in the comfort of their own homes or workplaces or in the clinic. They can be welcomed, feel comfortable, and get great quality healthcare from qualified physicians in a timely manner. Dr. Raina Gupta is a Fellowship trained, Board Certified Sleep Medicine Specialist and Board Certified Neurologist. She is founder of Sleepologie Health and Wellness in Chicago, IL. She is passionate about helping people optimize their sleep to enjoy better health and quality of life. With over 15 years of experience treating patients with a variety of sleep disorders, Dr. Gupta is a leader in the field of sleep medicine. She is working on research studies with Northwestern University. Her research has been focused on children and parents with diverse sleep issues.

Allopathic medicine, otherwise known as western-medicine, has been on the front-line of his training and practice however, the more he practices, the more limitations he sees in a western-centric approach. Several years ago, he dove deep into alternative methods during his father’s battle with Alzheimer’s. Western medicine was failing his quick progression. He experienced first-hand the painful limitations and weaknesses of a western-only medical approach and it was only after his passing that he incorporated alternative therapies into his practice – specifically hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). In 2015, Dr. Cohen incorporated hyperbaric therapy into his practice with the goal of improving brain wellness and prolonging brain longevity.

His research and approach to brain wellness and longevity is based on hundreds of scientific studies, reviews and analyses from around the world. As the only standalone medical center in the city of Chicago with medical-grade hyperbaric chambers, hyperbaric therapy at CNS has become the leading authority in hyperbaric treatments in the Midwest.

To expand on the care of his patients needing infusions, in 2019 Dr. Cohen , launched an IV infusion suite offering infusions for cancer, multiple sclerosis, autoimmune disorders and migraine therapy as well as vitamins, alpha-lipoic acid and NAD+ infusions.

With new discoveries in healthcare, Dr. Cohen brings them to his patients. The newest addition to his practice is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) which is FDA-approved for depression and OCD. TMS is also currently in use for a variety of neurological conditions as a part of research.

The integrative collaboration of all three practices is a gamechanger in the new world of brain wellness and longevity. Dr. Cohen has helped countless patients live optimal lives, providing care, resources and options for all of us to live longer optimal lives.

Conditions Treated

• Alzheimers & Dementia
• Back & Neck Pain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Fibromyalgia
• Migraines & Headaches
• Muscle Spasms, Cramps, & Weakness
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Neuropathy & Neuralgia
• Parkinson's Disease
• Postconcussive Syndrome
• Sciatica & Radiculopathies
• Seizures & Epilepsy
• Strokes & TIA
• Syncope & Fainting
• Tremors & Shaking
• Vertigo & Dizziness

Allison Bellel, LSW, is a licensed social worker in the state of Illinois. She utilizes a direct, transparent, and individualized approach in her practice and encourages questions and feedback from her clients.

Allison has experience counseling clients ages 10 to 70+ in IOP, residential, and outpatient levels of care. Her work has included treatment of addictions/substance use, combat trauma, and mood disorders in active duty service members and veterans at Rush University Medical Center, under Michael Brennan, PsyD. Since 2015, she has also gained experience in case management, crisis intervention, psychoeducation curriculum development, and police social work.

Allison's clinical areas of focus include addictions and substance use; adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and 'inner child' healing; developmental trauma; feelings of inadequacy, shame, or guilt; infidelity; interpersonal and relational challenges;'men’s issues’; military needs (including post-traumatic stress, substance use, and TBI); self-esteem challenges; and self-doubt.

In addition to her clinical work, Allison has a love for yoga and has completed studies under Jeanmarie Paolillo and Genevieve Yellin. She continues to develop her own yoga practice and incorporates breathwork, mindfulness, and other nervous system regulation strategies into her work with clients, as appropriate.

Allison earned her MSW degree from Western New Mexico University and is excited to return to clinical practice.

Dr. Calimag is a general neurologist who has been in practice for more than 40 years; expect to see various cases, such as different types of seizures (even sometimes the rare ones), different types of migraine, brain concussion, Parkinson's disease, Cervical, and Lumbosacral Radiculopathies, Transient Ischemic Attack, Dementia, Insomnia, Cluster Headache, Post Herpetic Neuralgia, Tenosynovitis, TBI, Diabetic Neuropathy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Meralgia Paresthetica, Peripheral Neuropathies and also some interesting cases like Marchiafava, Bignami Syndrome, Post COVID Neurological manifestations, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome, Pseudotumor Cerebri, Cervical Spinal Stenosis, Meningioma, Tourette syndrome, Narcolepsy, absence seizures, PSP, Occipital Neuralgia, Radial Nerve Injury (wrist drop). Etc

Allison Bellel, LSW, is a licensed social worker in the state of Illinois. She utilizes a direct, transparent, and individualized approach in her practice and encourages questions and feedback from her clients.

Allison has experience counseling clients ages 10 to 70+ in IOP, residential, and outpatient levels of care. Her work has included treatment of addictions/substance use, combat trauma, and mood disorders in active duty service members and veterans at Rush University Medical Center, under Michael Brennan, PsyD. Since 2015, she has also gained experience in case management, crisis intervention, psychoeducation curriculum development, and police social work.

Allison's clinical areas of focus include addictions and substance use; adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and 'inner child' healing; developmental trauma; feelings of inadequacy, shame, or guilt; infidelity; interpersonal and relational challenges;'men’s issues’; military needs (including post-traumatic stress, substance use, and TBI); self-esteem challenges; and self-doubt.

In addition to her clinical work, Allison has a love for yoga and has completed studies under Jeanmarie Paolillo and Genevieve Yellin. She continues to develop her own yoga practice and incorporates breathwork, mindfulness, and other nervous system regulation strategies into her work with clients, as appropriate.

Allison earned her MSW degree from Western New Mexico University and is excited to return to clinical practice.

Dr. Calimag is a general neurologist who has been in practice for more than 40 years; expect to see various cases, such as different types of seizures (even sometimes the rare ones), different types of migraine, brain concussion, Parkinson's disease, Cervical, and Lumbosacral Radiculopathies, Transient Ischemic Attack, Dementia, Insomnia, Cluster Headache, Post Herpetic Neuralgia, Tenosynovitis, TBI, Diabetic Neuropathy, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Meralgia Paresthetica, Peripheral Neuropathies and also some interesting cases like Marchiafava, Bignami Syndrome, Post COVID Neurological manifestations, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder, Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Post Lyme Disease Syndrome, Pseudotumor Cerebri, Cervical Spinal Stenosis, Meningioma, Tourette syndrome, Narcolepsy, absence seizures, PSP, Occipital Neuralgia, Radial Nerve Injury (wrist drop). Etc

As someone who has a keen interest in psychology and neurobiology, I could not be more excited for the opportunity to combine the two and assist others in improving their mental health. With Mindful TMS, I can utilize my passion for helping others while diving deeper into the medical field. I look to provide patients with support through advocacy and communication while remaining open, approachable, and confidant. Aside from my dedication to medicine and psychology, I love spending time outside, my cat, and finding new coffee shops! I am excited to be part of a team that cares deeply about their patients and understands how essential providing mental health support is for everyone.

Evelyn Orellana attended the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) as a first-generation Latina. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Health Studies with a Behavioral Health Concentration and a Minor in Public Health, following the Pre-Nursing track.

Outside of school and work, Evelyn dedicates her weekends to volunteering at UI Health. She has developed her interpersonal skills by being part of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) teams. As a child life volunteer in the PICU and a baby cuddler in the NICU, she communicates and interacts with patients, parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to reduce stress during the patients' stay.

At MindfulTMS, Evelyn is excited to be part of the team as a Therapy Provider in Chicago. Here, she continues to apply her passion for healthcare to a wide variety of age groups. Evelyn is committed to assisting, advocating, and growing as she becomes part of your journey to provide the best care for your mental well-being.

Evelyn welcomes anyone with mental health challenges to join us at Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers. Reaching out is the hardest part, and we take care of the rest to make your mental health journey as healthy as possible.

Evelyn Orellana attended the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) as a first-generation Latina. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Health Studies with a Behavioral Health Concentration and a Minor in Public Health, following the Pre-Nursing track.

Outside of school and work, Evelyn dedicates her weekends to volunteering at UI Health. She has developed her interpersonal skills by being part of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) teams. As a child life volunteer in the PICU and a baby cuddler in the NICU, she communicates and interacts with patients, parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to reduce stress during the patients' stay.

At MindfulTMS, Evelyn is excited to be part of the team as a Therapy Provider in Chicago. Here, she continues to apply her passion for healthcare to a wide variety of age groups. Evelyn is committed to assisting, advocating, and growing as she becomes part of your journey to provide the best care for your mental well-being.

Evelyn welcomes anyone with mental health challenges to join us at Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers. Reaching out is the hardest part, and we take care of the rest to make your mental health journey as healthy as possible.

Evelyn Orellana attended the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) as a first-generation Latina. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Health Studies with a Behavioral Health Concentration and a Minor in Public Health, following the Pre-Nursing track.

Outside of school and work, Evelyn dedicates her weekends to volunteering at UI Health. She has developed her interpersonal skills by being part of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) teams. As a child life volunteer in the PICU and a baby cuddler in the NICU, she communicates and interacts with patients, parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to reduce stress during the patients' stay.

At MindfulTMS, Evelyn is excited to be part of the team as a Therapy Provider in Chicago. Here, she continues to apply her passion for healthcare to a wide variety of age groups. Evelyn is committed to assisting, advocating, and growing as she becomes part of your journey to provide the best care for your mental well-being.

Evelyn welcomes anyone with mental health challenges to join us at Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers. Reaching out is the hardest part, and we take care of the rest to make your mental health journey as healthy as possible.

Evelyn Orellana attended the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) as a first-generation Latina. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Health Studies with a Behavioral Health Concentration and a Minor in Public Health, following the Pre-Nursing track.

Outside of school and work, Evelyn dedicates her weekends to volunteering at UI Health. She has developed her interpersonal skills by being part of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) teams. As a child life volunteer in the PICU and a baby cuddler in the NICU, she communicates and interacts with patients, parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to reduce stress during the patients' stay.

At MindfulTMS, Evelyn is excited to be part of the team as a Therapy Provider in Chicago. Here, she continues to apply her passion for healthcare to a wide variety of age groups. Evelyn is committed to assisting, advocating, and growing as she becomes part of your journey to provide the best care for your mental well-being.

Evelyn welcomes anyone with mental health challenges to join us at Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers. Reaching out is the hardest part, and we take care of the rest to make your mental health journey as healthy as possible.