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Tania Nunez earned her Master of Science in Community Counseling from National Louis University and completed her practicum at Rainbow House in Little Village working with survivors of domestic violence. She is credentialed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and is a member of the Illinois Counseling Association and the Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing International Association. Tania chose to serve in community health after witnessing health disparities within her own community growing up. She works alongside her patients to ensure they are reaching their health goals and provides the best level of care to address their needs. Outside of work, Tania enjoys reading, listening to music, and connecting with her community. She is fluent in Spanish.  

Sarah Michael graduated with her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at the New York University Medical Center. She is a Board-certified psychiatrist through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry. She is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Michael enjoys being a part of and working in a community so that she can collaborate with other specialties and disciplines to ensure optimal care of her patients. In her practice, Dr. Michael takes the time to truly get to know her patients and loved ones so that she can provide compassionate, comprehensive care that addresses their goals and concerns. Outside of work, Dr. Michael enjoys baking and traveling.

Dr. Hemlata Meena received her medical degree at Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi and completed her residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She is credentialed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and is a member of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Meena is passionate about providing women’s health care in community health care settings and helping patients to empower themselves take care of their own health. To Dr. Meena, health is our biggest asset and it must be taken care of to live happy, full lives. She believes women have a unique opportunity to be role models and significantly shape the health of their families and communities. Outside of work, she enjoys dancing, meditating, spending time with family, and interior decorating. She is fluent in Hindi.

Stephanie Larios received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice at Rosalind Franklin University. She is a credentialed Physician Assistant through the National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). She is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Stephanie’s goal is to bring quality health care to our communities and work in partnership with patients to improve health outcomes, reach their health goals and combat health disparities. She is particularly interested in providing inclusive health care to LGBTQIA patients. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys singing, playing guitar and cooking.

Laura Halprin is a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and graduated with her Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She is certified through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Her philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive care that also addresses the root causes of health while practicing racial justice and health equity. She believes in empowering individuals and communities through trauma-informed care that is patient and family-centered. Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time at the lake with her dog, game nights with friends and family, and testing new recipes in her kitchen. 

Ellen Seymour, N.P., M.S.N., M.P.H. received her Masters in Nursing from the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing and Masters in Public Health from the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. She completed her clinical training and practicum at the Baltimore city Department of Public Health and the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Ellen is a credentialed Adult/Gerontology Primary Care provider through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and is a certified HIV and Viral Hepatitis care provider. She is licensed by the state of Illinois and a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. The American Academy of HIV Medicine and the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care. Ellen believes everyone should have access to quality health care that is individualized, non-judgmental and empathetic. Passionate about public health, Ellen is dedicated to the health and wellness of each individual so the community thrives. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, reading and watching football.

Alisa Malone earned her Master of Science in Nursing at The Ohio State University and is credentialed through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. After caring for her grandfather, Alisa grew to believe that health care should be easier to understand for families and patients, and quality relationships with providers are important to good health. She believes that health care is a human right and should be available to everyone, regardless of their background. Outside of work, Alisa enjoys reading, going to the movies, and spending time with her two dogs.  

Dr. Erhardt received her bachelor's degree from the University of California in Irvine and obtained her medical degree from the Chicago Medical School. She completed her residency at the University of Chicago and is licensed by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Erhardt decided to work in a community health setting because of the multidisciplinary approach to health care as well as the opportunity to deal with all aspects of patients' well being. Dr. Erhardt treats primarily patients with disabilities with the main goal of helping patients reach their full potential.

Dr. Sonia Parmar received her medical degree from the Atlantic University School of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford, Illinois where she specialized in Family Medicine. Dr. Parmar comes to ACCESS with experience providing primary care in a community health care setting, educating patients on the importance of preventive health care and working with them to manage complex chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. From pregnancy to birth to senior care, Dr. Parmar believes everyone deserves access to quality health care. She is fluent in Hindi and Punjabi. Dr. Parmar is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Board of Family Physicians, Illinois Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association

Dr. Omolade Oduala received her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, and completed her residency at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Orlando, FL. Dr. Oduala is credentialed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Oduala believes quality health care should be accessible and affordable for everyone. As a member of the community she serves, she strives to provide evidence-based care to improve the lives of her patients and their families. Outside of work, Dr. Oduala enjoys traveling, reading books, cooking traditional Nigerian dishes and spending time with her family and friends.

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