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.
Ramya Narayanan, MD, FACOG is a passionate and board-certified obstetrician at Midwest Women Obstetrician/Gynecologist Ltd in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Narayanan is focused on providing comprehensive care to women of all ages. She strongly believes in evidence-based medicine.
She graduated from Medical School Rush University Medical Center, the medical college of Rush University located in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Narayanan completed her Residency at the University of Chicago in Illinois.
Extremely passionate about women’s health, Dr. Narayanan encourages teens and young adults to be proactive in their health and to schedule annual OB/GYN checkups and well woman exams. Her interests include prenatal care, birth control and contraception counseling, management of abnormal uterine bleeding, and menopause.
She particularly loves to be part of her patients' happy moments in life. Witnessing new life in this world is the best part of her career. Being a woman, Dr. Narayanan can relate to many of her patient's physical and emotional issues and needs, making it easier to create a quick rapport.
She is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) and a member of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG).
Shamita Bansore, MD, FACOG, is a kind, caring, and board-certified OB/GYN at Midwest Women Obstetrician/Gynecologist Ltd in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Bansore is focused on providing integrative care to women of all ages.
She takes great pride in helping women through all phases of their life — teen, young adult, adult, and senior. Being a social person, she cherishes patient interaction and instantly forms friendly and long-term relationships with her patients. Many of Dr. Bansore’s patients consider her their friend.
Her philosophy is to be a good listener and educator. Dr. Bansore strongly believes in understanding the patient’s perspective while providing wholesome, evidence-based medical care.
For Dr. Bansore, it’s an honor to be a part of the patient's journey to parenthood and to welcome a beautiful baby into this world. These are incredibly joyful moments for Dr. Bansore and her patients, making her feel blessed.
She is passionate about surgery. Dr. Bansore feels privileged to use industry-leading and cutting-edge technology in OB/GYN care, such as da Vinci® robotic surgery. The technology is valued for its positive provider and patient experience and quick recovery after the surgery.
Dr. Bansore fulfilled her Residency at Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH) in Staten Island, New York, a member hospital of Northwell Health.
Dr. Bansore is Board-Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). She is a member of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Chicago Center For Women’s Health (CCWH) was founded by Dr. Denise Molina Furlong and has been proudly serving the Chicagoland area for over a decade, including communities such as Bedford Park and Oak Lawn, Illinois. As we continue to grow and expand, we are excited to announce the upcoming opening of our new office in Palos Heights!
Our dedicated team of urogynecologists is deeply committed to addressing the unique and critical healthcare needs of women. We strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment where women feel empowered to take control of their health and well-being. Through compassionate care and a holistic approach, we aim to enhance the quality of life for every woman we serve.
At CCWH, we specialize in a variety of advanced services, including minimally invasive pelvic surgeries. We also offer expert care for managing menopause, treating urinary tract infections and urinary incontinence, and diagnosing and treating irregular bleeding. Our approach ensures that these conditions are addressed in a timely, efficient, and compassionate manner.
We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive and personalized approach to women’s health, which allows our team to provide a wide range of gynecological services tailored to the unique needs of each patient. To further enhance accessibility, we offer Saturday appointments, adding an extra layer of convenience for our patients.
At Chicago Center for Women’s Health, we are dedicated to providing superior care for women of all ages. We take pride in our medical team’s expertise and genuine concern for every patient’s well-being.
To experience the high-quality, expert care provided at Chicago Center for Women’s Health, call the office nearest you or use our convenient online booking tool today. Your health and comfort are our top priorities, and we look forward to welcoming you to one of our state-of-the-art facilities.
Denise Furlong, MD is committed to offering patient-centered care for women from puberty through menopause, providing each patient with the information and guidance they need about their health at every stage of life so they can feel confident in their care. The office is equipped with state-of-the-art technology for diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders on site, helping to ensure patients receive the most appropriate care as quickly as possible.
After earning her bachelor's degree at the University of Illinois, Urbana- Champaign, Dr. Furlong completed her medical degree, internship, and residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, followed by a fellowship at Illinois Urogynecology, Ltd. Today, she is one of only a handful of surgeons to have achieved board certification in both obstetrics-gynecology and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery.
Denise Furlong, MD welcomes the opportunity to work with new patients, and the practice accepts most major medical insurance plans. Both English and Spanish are spoken at her practice.
Louisa Griggs, MD, FACOG, is excited to be the newest member of the team at Advanced OB/GYNE Associates, located in Hoffman Estates and Arlington Heights, Illinois, and serving the greater Chicagoland area.
Dr. Griggs earned her medical degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed her residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, located in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Griggs remembers making a hospital out of her trampoline as a little girl and pretending to deliver babies for her dolls. From that time on, she has had a strong passion for women's health which she brings to her approach towards patient care every day. Her interests include but are not limited to contraception, benign and high-risk obstetrics, traditional gynecological care, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and providing the best care possible to each patient.
In her spare time, she enjoys traveling which allowed her to spend a year in Ecuador enhancing her Spanish speaking skills, and spending time with her husband as they explore the Northwest suburbs.
To better serve her patients, Dr. Griggs is fluent in English and Spanish.
Andrea Das, MD, FACOG is a skilled OB/GYN who specializes in women’s health, providing the highest standard of care for Chicagoland women at Advanced OB/GYNE Associates in Hoffman Estates and Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Dr. Das attended medical school at Calcutta National Medical College in Kolkata, India, before completing her residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Fluent in English, Bengali, and Hindi, Dr. Das offers patient-centered care in a warm and comforting manner. She thoroughly talks to each patient about their health issues and encourages women to take an active role in the decisions surrounding their health care.
With more than 20 years of experience in high-risk obstetrics, infertility, urogynecological procedures, and minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Das can provide a range of services and individualized care to meet each patient’s needs.
Active in her field, Dr. Das has published in journals and presented at several conferences. She lives in the Northwest Suburbs in Chicago with her husband, two sons, and two dogs. When she isn’t helping patients, Dr. Das enjoys spending time with her family.
Djamilia Kryukov, MD, FACOG, is a compassionate OB/GYN who specializes in women’s health, providing the highest standard of care for Chicagoland women at Advanced OB/GYNE Associates in Hoffman Estates and Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Dr. Kryukov attended medical school at I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy Faculty of General Medicine, located in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. She completed further medical training at Henry Ford Hospital, located in Detroit, Michigan.
Dr. Kryukov has wanted to be an OB/GYN since she was a teenager, so that she could provide primary care to women through all stages of their lives. She feels it to be a joy and honor to be a part of each delivery she attends. She offers guidance and education to help patients make informed decisions about their healthcare needs. Her interests include traditional obstetrics and gynecological care; as well as, specialized services such as evaluation and management of infertility, gynecological urology, incontinence, and management of menopause.
To better serve her patients, Dr. Kryukov is fluent in English and Russian.
Patricia Tagamolila MD is a board certified OB/GYN who grew up in Arlington Heights and graduated with a bachelor's degree at the University of Illinois, where she remained to complete a joint MD/MBA degree.
Dr. Tagamolila went on to do her OB/GYN residency at University of Illinois at Chicago. Since completing her residency, she has been practicing in the Chicago suburbs.
Her areas of interest include prenatal care, abnormal uterine bleeding, cervical dysplasia and complex contraception. Dr. Tagamolila prioritizes providing compassionate and thorough evidence-based care. She empowers patients to make informed decisions about their health by welcoming questions, addressing their concerns, and providing education.
During her free time, Dr. Tagamolila enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, reading, and hiking.
Dr. Valentin Tureanu, MD, MSCP, is a top-rated reproductive endocrinologist and certified menopause practitioner committed to providing advanced care for patients in and around Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tureanu focuses on providing comprehensive care for women with fertility problems, menopause symptoms, and other medical issues, including state-of-the-art fertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
A respected clinician and researcher, Dr. Tureanu is dedicated to providing patients with evidence-based, patient-centered care focused on achieving the best possible outcomes in every case. He has authored several books and papers, and he is an active member of several professional associations, including the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, American Society of Reproductive Surgeons, and American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and The North American Menopause Society,
Dr. Tureanu completed his medical degree at Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, followed by a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County and a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry - Western University. In addition to seeing patients at his practice, Dr. Tureanu has hospital privileges at Weiss Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Tureanu enjoys meeting new patients, and he’s fluent in both English and Romanian. Call the office, or use our online system to schedule an office visit today.
“The doctor was so helpful, informative and informed regarding my condition and treatment options. He was thorough & patient as he supported my understanding of my options and coming to a treatment plan that worked best for me. I am very appreciate of this kind of care.”
Kornelia Krol, MD, is a board-certified OB/GYN offering her expert care at Women for Women OBGYN, SC in Forest Glen of Chicago. Dr. Krol recognizes that a woman’s health is her most valuable asset and strives to help all of her patients across Chicago stay well and feel their best. She addresses all women’s specific medical care issues, including prenatal care, obstetrics, and gynecologic issues, such as pelvic pain, irregular bleeding, and menopause.
A superb gynecologic surgeon, Dr. Krol is adept at conventional techniques as well as the most up-to-date technology that includes operative laparoscopy and robotic procedures. She’s based at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago where she serves on the clinical faculty for the hospital’s OB/GYN residency program. She also teaches medical students at the affiliated University of Illinois and Chicago Medical School. She performs colposcopy, ultrasound and the newest minimally-invasive surgical procedures such as hysteroscopy and LEEP in her office. She is excited to offer painless modern laser vaginal revitalization treatment also in her office.
Dr. Krol was born in Poland, where she graduated from medical school. She completed a specialization in obstetrics and gynecology at the Belgrade Medical University in Yugoslavia. working there as faculty.
After immigrating to the United States, she entered a pathology training program at the University of Illinois, Chicago, followed by OB/GYN residency at Southern Illinois University in Springfield and earned OB-GYN Board certification. She is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and recipient of numerous professional and teaching awards.
Active in local, national, and international medical societies, Dr. Krol also devotes countless hours to charitable causes benefiting the Polish community in Chicago. She serves women of all ethnicities and by speaking three languages (English, Polish, and Serbo-Croatian) she is especially popular among women of Slavic origin. Her dedicated staff is also multi-lingual.
“Dr. Krol is very thorough, professional, and caring regarding her patients health exams. She and her staff are extremely knowledgeable and up to date with all new procedures. I drive over an hour to get to her office because she is that good of a doctor!”
Ewa A. Bilinski, MD, provides caring gynecologic and obstetrics care to patients at Women for Women OBGYN, SC in Forest Glen of Chicago. She enjoys developing close bonds with her patients, and finds it very fulfilling. She knows her patients very well, and enjoys talking with women about their children, how things are going at work, and how they are feeling generally.
Dr. Bilinski completed medical school at Wroclaw Medical University in Poland. She then completed a family medicine residency at Swedish Covenant Hospital, located in Chicago, followed by an obstetrics and gynecology residency at AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago. She is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. In addition, she is Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certified and Postpartum Hemorrhage Project certified.
Dr. Bilinski stays up to date on the latest advancements in her field and is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, North American Menopause Society, Polish American Medical Association, and the International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Diseases. She has contributed her expertise to research studies as well as medical publications.
Marsha E. Gorens, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist serving the women in and around the Chicago area. With more than twenty-five years of experience as an OB/GYN, Dr. Gorens understands the nuances of women’s health and the role that body image can play.
Besides providing women’s health care, Dr. Gorens is committed to promoting the importance of healthy skin and improved skin care practices. Her practice strives to renew and rejuvenate all skin types, with an emphasis on mature skin and women of color. At her full-service medical spa in Chicago's Near West Side, Dr. Gorens wants to help women achieve their goals for restoring their natural beauty.
In addition to her gynecologic and obstetrics training, Dr. Gorens’ expertise in a number of laser systems and aesthetic procedures allows her to offer a broad array of cosmetic medical enhancement services. Some of these include laser hair removal, Botox® treatments, dermal fillers, and microdermabrasion.
Beyond aesthetic procedures, Dr. Gorens’ specialties include gynecology, hormone replacement therapy, menopause, and andropause as well as surgical procedures and treatments for common illnesses.
After completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Dr. Gorens earned her medical degree from Abraham Lincoln School of Medicine in Chicago. She went on to complete her obstetrics and gynecology internship and residency at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in Madison and Mount Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee.
When she’s not treating patients, Dr. Gorens is an instructor in clinical obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. Dr. Gorens is also an associate attending at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center.
Based in Oak Park, Dr. Lyndon Taylor has treated many women who live in Oak Park and in the near west suburbs of Chicago. A respected OB/GYN, Dr. Taylor is highly trained in Obstetrics and Gynecology with interests in urogynecology and infertility and offers a wide array of services for his patients.
After completing medical school, Dr. Taylor went through a residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Taylor became board-certified in 1985 and has been practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology ever since.
During his 30-plus years of experience as an OB/GYN, Dr. Taylor served as the President and CEO of Healthcare For Women, which opened the first OB/GYN office-based surgical facility in Illinois, in 1991. Healthcare For Women was accredited by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Healthcare (AAAHC). Presently Dr. Taylor is a COEMIG designated surgeon who performs surgery at Westlake Hospital one of the first hospitals in Illinois to receive the Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology designation. Today, Dr. Taylor is a member of many organizations and societies including:
American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopists AAGL)
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS)
Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS)
The American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS)
American Medical Association (AMA)
Chicago Medical Society (CMS)
Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS)
He was also honored to be part of the People to People Citizen Ambassador Program's John J. Sciarra, M.D. Ph.D. delegation to Tibet and China in 2011. This was a unique opportunity to connect with medical providers from 8 hospitals across China that provided a cross-cultural exchange of medical information in the area of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Infertility between our countries.
At his office in Oak Park, Dr. Taylor provides everything from routine birth control and pap smears to advanced treatment for fibroid, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, infertility treatments, and treatment of urinary incontinence. Some other services he offers are PCOS assessment, prenatal care, STD testing, and hormone replacement treatments.
Dr. Taylor has been serving the Chicago community since 1983, and he is glad to be able to continue helping women in the city and surrounding areas.
Maureen Tart, MD, FACOG, NCMP, is a board-certified OB/GYN. Before joining the practice in 2011, Dr. Tart practiced in Chicago for over a decade. She served as Co-Medical Director of her group and held the role of Vice Chair of the OB/GYN department for several years.
Originally from Connecticut, Dr. Tart moved to Chicago for her residency training and has since built a career dedicated to women’s health. She earned both her undergraduate degree in psychology and her medical degree from Georgetown University before completing her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Chicago Hospitals. During her residency, she served as the academic chief resident and trained alongside Dr. Heather B. Heiberger, MD, FACOG, and Dr. Elizabeth Oh, MD, FACOG.
Dr. Tart has a special interest in adolescent health, weight management, infertility care, and menopause management. As a NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner (NCMP), she is dedicated to guiding patients through every stage of life with personalized, compassionate care. She views her role as an OB/GYN as a partnership—helping patients navigate their health from adolescence through menopause while building lasting relationships with them and their families.
Outside of work, Dr. Tart stays busy with her boys, two Spring Spaniels, yoga, and racquet sports. Her youngest was adopted domestically, which has made adoption advocacy a cause close to her heart. Her decision to move to the suburbs was driven by her children, ensuring they had the best environment to grow and thrive.