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Deana Gaston received her Master of Social Work in Science from the University of Tennessee and is credentialed through Illinois Department of Financial Professional Regulation. Deana is committed to providing culturally competent care to her patients and her philosophy of care is strength based, collaborative and nonjudgmental with a focus on treating the whole person. Outside of work, Deana enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with friends.

Caleigh Lofstead earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the Vanderbilt School of Nursing and is credentialed through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. As a nurse practitioner at a community health center, Caleigh enjoys being able to make a positive impact in the community. She prioritizes holistic care by promoting a healthy lifestyle, emphasizing preventative care, and nurturing patients’ physical and emotional health. Outside of work, Caleigh enjoys exploring Chicago neighborhoods, trying new restaurants, and staying active.  

Kelsey Carnes completed her Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies at Trine University and is credentialed through the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. She is originally from Indianapolis, IN and obtained her bachelor's degree in exercise science from Purdue University. She decided to work at a community health to make health care more accessible to all individuals and increase health literacy in the community. Kelsey takes the time to get to know each of her patients to create an individualized health care plan that increases their quality of life. Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys fitness and can often be found training for her next half marathon or playing in her tennis league.

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.

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.

Anish Rao Munagala earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rosalind Franklin University. Dr. Munagala is credentialed through the American Board of Internal Medicine, the National Board of Echocardiography, and the American Board of Nuclear Medicine, and is a member of the American College of Cardiology. He believes in a holistic approach to care that addresses each patient’s overall health and well-being while empowering them to take an active role in their care.  Outside of work, Dr. Munagala enjoys exercising, walking along the lake shore, and rooting for Chicago’s professional sports teams. He is fluent in Telugu and Spanish. 

Chris Demers received their Master of Science in Nurse Midwifery at Georgetown University and completed their rotations at Northshore Health Systems in Lake Station, Indiana. Chris is certified through the American Midwifery Certification Board and the National Certification Corporation. They are a member of the American College of Nurse Midwives and the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women's Health. Chris chose to work at a community health center to provide patient-centered and holistic care within their community. Their philosophy of care centers on the belief that providers give patients the tools they need to make their own decisions. Chris enjoys cooking, going to the beach, and spending time with their cats.

Sonia Antony received her medical degree from Government Medical College in Nagpur, India and completed her residency at Rush Children’s Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Antony is certified through the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She believes in providing high quality, compassionate care to children while involving their families and guardians in their care. Dr. Antony chose to work at a community health center because she believes that all people, regardless of their background, deserve access to quality patient-centered care. Outside of work, Dr. Antony enjoys music, reading, and traveling. She is fluent in Spanish, Hindi, and Malayalam.

Saadiya Hawa earned her medical degree at Sardar Patel University in Anand, India and a Master of Science degree from Stanford University, then completed her residency at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. Dr. Hawa is dedicated to expanding access to care in her community and believes everyone deserves high-quality health care. She is committed to helping patients achieve their health goals through personalized, evidence-based treatment.  Outside of work, she enjoys biking, spending time with her family, and exploring new restaurants. Dr. Hawa is fluent in Hindi, Urdu, and Gujarati. 

Adriana Rivera is a Certified Nurse Midwife and completed her Masters of Nursing at the University of Illinois Chicago. She is credentialed through the American College of Nurse Midwives. She believes that everyone deserves access to quality, equitable care and is dedicated to serving our Chicago communities. Outside of work, Adriana enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with her family. She is fluent in Spanish. 

Gaurav Mahato earned his medical degree from Janaki Medical College in Nepal and completed his pediatric residency at Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and is passionate about supporting children and families through every stage of growth and development. Dr. Mahato believes in building strong relationships with patients and their families and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each patient's unique needs. He chose to work in a community health center because he values building trust with families and helping ensure that every child has access to holistic care. Outside of work, Dr. Mahato enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and exploring new places and cultures. He is fluent in Nepali, Hindi, and Maithili. 

Blanca Lopez received her Master of Social Work from Dominican University. She completed her practicum at Cicero Family Services in Illinois and is a licensed Clinical Social Worker. Growing up, Blanca noticed that there was a great need for more Spanish-speaking providers which is what brought her to work in community heatlh. Her approach involves meeting the person where they are to provide them with the best access to behavioral health care. In her free time, Blanca enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading and vacationing.