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Alberto Gonzalez earned his Master in Clinical Social Work from Loyola University and is licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Alberto wanted to serve his local community and works alongside them to improve their mental health and decrease the biases against mental health care. He is dedicated to providing high quality, patient-centered care to all of his patients. Outside of work, Alberto enjoys camping, going to the movies, and going on road trips. He is fluent in Spanish.  

Elda Mullaj, MD received her medical degree from the Saint James School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mount Sinai Hospital through a Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine Fellowship. She is Board certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Mullaj believes that all people deserve high-quality, unbiased, and affordable care, regardless of their background. She is committed to listening deeply, honoring cultural contexts, and partnering with patients to create treatment plans that respect their values. Outside of work, Dr. Mullaj enjoys reading, cooking, and exercising. She is fluent in Albanian.  

Carla Florencio earned her medical degree at La Universidad Iberoamericana in Dominican Republic and completed her residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, New York. She is Board-certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics and is licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. She is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Florencio is passionate about providing high quality health care in medically underserved communities. . Her goal is to guide patients to have agency over their health, promote a healthy lifestyle, while providing compassionate, high quality, patient-centered care to all of her patients and their families. Dr. Florencio enjoys cooking, traveling, and going to live music events. She is fluent in Spanish.

D’Andra Mixon-Walker earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice at Rosalind Franklin University. She is a certified Physician Assistant through the Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation and is a member of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physican Assistants, and the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. D’Andra builds trust with her patients by being an active listener, working collaboratively and providing research-based care. She values community-based care and works to ensure her community receives holistic, high-quality, and accessible care. Outside of work, D’Andra enjoys long-distance running and live music.

residency at St. Elizabeth’s Family Practice in Chicago. She is licensed by the American Board of Family

Patrick Michael received his medical degree from the University of Illinois School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Cabrini Hospital and Medical Center. He is a licensed physician in the state of Illinois, Board-certified through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is also a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Michel wanted to make a difference in his community and decided to pursue a career in community health. He is committed to providing holistic, patient-centered care to each of his patients, regardless of their background. Outside of work, Dr. Michel can be found salsa dancing, sailing, or skiing. He is fluent in Spanish and French.

Rachel Unger completed her physician assistant studies at Yale University and is credentialed through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Rachel takes a patient-centered, holistic approach to her practice and considers all aspects of a patient’s life and health, including physical, emotional, and social factors, while developing a care plan. She builds active relationships with her patients and collaborates with them to develop approachable health plans that fit into their lifestyle and benefit their overall wellbeing. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys spending time with her children and is curently learning how to play tennis.  

Lisa Neigebauer earned her master’s degree at Resurrection University and completed her post-master's graduate certificate at Frontier Nursing University. She is certified through the American Midwifery Certification Board and is a member of the American College of Nurse Midwives, the Illinois Society for Advanced Practice Nursing, the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health, and the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. After serving as a labor and delivery nurse for 20 years, Lisa decided to pursue a career in nurse midwifery. She and her patients work together as a team to create an individualized, holistic care plan throughout their pregnancy. Lisa is dedicated to eliminating barriers to health and helping grow healthier families and stronger communities. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys gardening, roller skating, and playing baseball with her children.  

LaShawnda High earned her Master of Science in Nursing at Olivet University. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau and licensed through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. LaShawnda was drawn to community health care because she wanted to provide high quality, patient-centered care to communities that have historically been medically underserved. She prioritizes building strong relationships with her patients and treats each once like family. Outside of work, LaShawnda enjoys reading and spending time with friends and family.  

Jenny Lussenhop earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Case Western Reserve University. She is a certified Physician Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Jenny chooses to work in a community health center because she believes that access to quality, affordable health care is an important step to building vibrant, healthy communities. She is focused on providing patient-centered care and works collaboratively with patients to meet their needs. Outside of work, Jenny enjoys playing with her dog, spending time outside, and trying new recipes.

Lauren Knazze earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency in the Northwestern McGaw Family Medicine Residency Program. She is Board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Academy of HIV Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Knazze uses a collaborative approach to medicine and works with her patients to create a healthier lifestyle. She believes that health care is a human right and that everyone deserves accessible, quality care. Outside of work Dr. Knazze can be found reading fantasy novels, traveling, and spending time with family.

Mejd Al-Kurdi earned a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Rosalind Franklin University. He is accredited through the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. As a PA, Mejd works to build positive relationships with each patient and empowers his patients to make the best decisions for their health and wellness. He is dedicated to breaking down barriers to care for his patients and ensuring that they receive the highest quality of care. Outside of work, Mejd enjoys spending time with friends and family and playing basketball. He is fluent in Arabic.

Semiloore Akerele earned her Master of Science in Nursing at Walden University in Minnesota after completing her practicum at Mindcare Clinic. Semiloore is an active member of the National Association of Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioners. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Semiloore is committed to providing high quality mental health care to all of her patients. She works with patients to create realistic wellness goals that allow them to live a happier, healthier life. Outside of work, Semiloore enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Logan Jones earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from North Central College and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Logan focuses on building strong relationships with patients and ensuring they have access to compassionate, high-quality care. Her philosophy of care emphasizes collaborative, evidence-based health care that empowers patients to actively participate in their treatment and supports their long term health and wellness. Outside of work, Logan enjoys watching basketball, reading, and spending time with family and friends. 

Dr. Jacob Meyer is a general Obstetrician and Gynecologist that focuses on minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and obstetrics. Dr. Meyer received his medical degree from Oregon Health and Science University and completed a Family Medicine residency at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in California and, later, a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Oregon Health and Science University.   Dr. Meyer has a focused practice designation from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in minimally invasive surgery. His surgical focus is on laparoscopic hysterectomy, vaginal hysterectomy, laparoscopic myomectomy, advanced hysteroscopy, pelvic organ prolapse surgery, stress incontinence surgery as well as recently branching out into V-NOTES and robotic surgery. He also has experience in high-risk obstetrics, taking care of patients with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, advanced maternal age, and multiple C-sections.   Dr. Meyer is enthusiastic about providing high quality medical care to all, regardless of their insurance status, and is dedicated to engaging patients in their birth plans so they have the birth experience they prefer. He is also passionate about empowering women to take control of their reproductive health and will collaborate with them to find the birth control method that is right for them.   In his spare time, Dr. Meyer enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, coaching t-ball, running, going to White Sox and Bulls games, fishing, camping, and traveling. Dr. Meyer is fluent in Spanish.