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and 12. If teen and young adult patients didn’t get vaccinated as pre-teens, they can still protect

and family, reminding people that they aren’t suffering alone. Look for warning signs of mental

same time each year. Medical research hasn’t discovered one particular cause of these “winter

been cut. With fewer programs, many people don’t know where to go. ACCESS offers a wide range

engorgement. If you are having any trouble, don’t give up. Reach out for help. ACCESS offers follow-up

personal hobbies, goals and desires and don’t lose the importance of creating joy and time for yourself

Ave.Blue Island, IL 60406708.385.6100 ACCESS Martin T. Russo Family Health Center 245 S. Gary Ave.

Life is too short to be around people that don’t add happiness or value to your daily life. Access

cannot be caused by something you did or didn’t do during pregnancy according to the National Institute

speech is not slurred and they are able to speak. T— Time to call 9-1-1. If the person shows any

follow them throughout their life. And don’t forget to ask for a flu shot. Health experts are already

Shaista Kamal received her medical degree from Deccan College of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. She is board-certified from the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Illinois Chapter American Academy of Pediatricians. Dr. Kamal enjoys providing services in medically underserved communities. She has a keen interest in developmental pediatrics and prevention and treatment of prevalent childhood illnesses. She is fluent in Urdu, Telugu, Hindi, and medical Spanish. Dr. Kamal enjoys spending her spare time with her husband and children.

Samantha Fredrickson earned her Master of Health Sciences in Physician Assistant Studies at Drexel University. She is a certified Physician Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a standing member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. After completing her community health rotations, Samantha found a passion for providing fully integrated, patient-centered health care to meet her patients’ unique needs. She provides high-quality, comprehensive care that focuses on disease prevention and positive health outcomes. Outside of work, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors, playing with her dog Daisy, and being with friends and family.

Emily Goodlin earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at West Suburban Medical Center. She is Board certified through the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Goodlin’s philosophy of care is to provide empathetic, patient-centered care and to empower her patients to reach their health goals. She looks forward to making a positive impact on her Chicago community and building strong relationships with her patients. Outside of work, Dr. Goodlin enjoys spending time with her dog, going to concerts, and traveling. She is fluent in Spanish.  

Jessica Rebstock attended Resurrection University where she earned a Master in Science in Nursing Primary Care as a Family Nurse Practioner. She is credentialed through the American Academy of Nurse Practioners and is part of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Jessica decided to enter community health because, “family health is at the heart of community health. Healthy individuals contribute to healthy families which produce health communities.” She believes that health care is a right for all indivduals and as a nurse practioner who needs to help patients main the healthiest life possible. In her spare time she enjoys exercising, cooking and spending time with her cat and dog.