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Ryan Blake received his Master of Science in Nursing from Resurrection University where he also completed his residency. He is a credentialed Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and has dedicated his career to serving under-served communities. He strives to make patients comfortable by welcoming them with a smile and a positive attitude. Outside of work Ryan enjoys spending time with family, friends and his dog.

Jonathon Creary received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his family medicine residency at Michigan State University. He is credentialed through and a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Creary is committed to delivering personalized care to each patient while creating an environment that is safe, respectful and welcoming for all, particularly in regards to discussing mental health and sexual health. He is originally from Canada, but has considered Chicago home for many years now and loves to explore the city. 

Christina Daoud, F.N.P., received her degree from Chamberlain College of Nursing and is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners where she is also a member. Christina believes in treating patients with a holistic approach by emphasizing wellness. She chooses to work in community health because she believes educating patients will lead to better overall health of our communities. Outside of work, Christina enjoys traveling and rehabilitating old homes.

Colleen earned her degree from the Rush University Doctor of Nursing Practice program. She completed her training at Advanced Pediatrics and belongs to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Colleen decided to work in community health because she wanted to belong to a team that works together to reduce health disparities while increasing access to care in the community. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Dr. Benitez is a native of Cebu City Philippines and obtained her medical education at the Southwestern University School of Medicine in the Philippines. Beginning in 1977, Dr. Benitez has practiced community health care in Chicago at Palos Community Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital and now at ACCESS South State Family Health Center.

Born in Arkansas, Dr. Boler earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago. A board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Boler is an experienced community-based health care provider. A member of several medical organizations, Dr. Boler has also published several articles on obstetrics and gynecology as well as contributed to academic texts on maternal medicine. Dr. Boler enjoys working with ACCESS' Healthy Start Program to help reduce infant mortality and low birth weight babies on Chicago's West Side. He lives in Chicago with his wife.

Aaima Sayed received her medical degree from Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University and completed her residency at Loyola University Medical Center. She is licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Dr. Sayed decided to work in a community health center to reduce the barriers for patients seeking behavioral health care services. She is a compassionate psychiatrist and always keeps her patients' best interests in mind. When not at work, Dr. Sayed enjoys spending time with her friends and family, trying new restaurants, and binging her favorite shows on Netflix. She is fluent in Urdu.

Dr. Jang received his medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Chicago NorthShore. Dr. Jang is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Osteopathic Association. As a scholar of the National Health Service Corps, Dr. Jang believes it is imperative to provide community health care for all who need it. He is committed to listening to his patients and to addressing their needs in a comprehensive manner. Dr. Jang speaks fluent Korean and when not working, he enjoys hiking, traveling, playing ping-pong, badminton and tennis. 

Hans Lonnroth received his Master of Social Work at the University of Illinois Chicago and is credentialed through the State of Illinois. Hans has experience working with patients with addiction and trauma and is committed to working through mental health challenges with patients. Hans aims to establish strong relationships with his patients built on trust and understanding. When not at the health center, Hans can be found hunting for fossils, spending time with his pets, and listening to music.  

Dr. Christy Reinhard is a graduate of Duke University and Rush Medical College, from which she received her medical degree. She completed her residency at Cook County Children’s Hospital, serving as chief resident of pediatrics, and spent nearly eight years doing general outpatient pediatrics for Cook County Hospital’s community health network. She is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. “Every child deserves quality health care, and every family deserves a pediatrician they feel they can trust,” she says. “I hope all my patients know that I think their concerns are extremely important. What can be more important than the health of all our children?” Dr. Reinhard and her husband have three children. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, baking, attending plays and concerts, and spending time with her family. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

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.

Hazel Langcauon earned her medical degree at the University of the Philippines and completed her residency at Mount Sinai Hospital here in Chicago. She is Board-certified in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine and is a member of the Illinois Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Family Physicians, and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Langcauon believes that patients and physicians should work as a team and empowers her patients to engage with her in their health care and treatment plans so that they can work together to She believes that patients and physicians should work as a team to achieve patients’ health goals. Outside of work, Dr. Langcauon enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. She is fluent in Tagalog.

Toree Curtis earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at the University of the Cumberlands Northern Kentucky Campus. She is Board-certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Toree views herself as an advocate for her patients and works to provide affordable and accessible services in their own communities. She understands the importance of creating a safe space and building positive, trusting relationships with her patients. Toree also enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with loved ones.

Dr. Obioma Oparanozie received her medical degree from the University of Port in Harcourt, Nigeria and completed her residency at Stroger Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Oparanozie is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and a member of the American Medical Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Oparanozie believes everyone deserves the best care possible, which is what draws her to community health care and providing for the underserved communities. In her free time, Dr. Oparanozie enjoys cooking, reading, singing and spending time with her family.   

Roseline Nwokeji received her Master of Science in Nursing from Olivet Nazarene University. Roseline is credentialed by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Sigma Theta Tau honor society. Roseline is drawn to community health and preventative care after seeing too many cases of preventable illnesses during her time as an R.N. in an intensive-care unit. She believes in empowering people to better care for themselves holistically. Outside of work, Roseline enjoys traveling and she is fluent in Ibo.