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Shweta Chawla earned her medical degree at the American University of the Caribbean and completed her residency at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Pennsylvania. She also holds a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Administration from Mt. Vernon Nazarene University. Dr. Chawla is Board-certified through the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Her philosophy of care is to provide quality, compassionate, and preventive care to the patient while listening to the patient and their family. She chooses to work in a community health center to provide compassionate, understanding care within the ACCESS community. When not at work, Dr. Chawla can be found trying new experiences and dancing. She is fluent in Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi.

Marina Ibrahim completed her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University. She is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. In her practice, Marina provides patient-centered care and treats each patient like family. She believes in giving back to her community through preventative medicine and providing accessible, quality care to all patients. When not at work, Marina can be found exploring new places and spending time with her family and friends. She is fluent in Arabic.

​Dr. Brown received her medical degree from the University Of Illinois College Of Medicine at Rockford and completed her residency at Mt. Sinai Hospital. She is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Brown is a member of the American College of OB/GYN, and the American College of Surgeons. She strives to provide excellent care and to help the community. When not working, Dr. Brown enjoys traveling, exercising and fashion design. 

​Dr. Rastogi received his medical degree from Post Graduate Institute, Chandigarh, India. He completed a pediatric residency followed by a fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine from Cook County Hospital.  He is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its sub-board of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. He was the Chairman of the division of neonatology at Cook County’s Stroger Hospital before joining ACCESS.  He has worked with the underserved population throughout his career. He is dedicated to improving the health of all children, and treating them with dignity and respect. Dr. Rastogi enjoys travelling, reading and learning new languages.​

Carolina Figueroa completed her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice at the Rosalind Franklin University of Science and Medicine. She is licensed through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Carolina is a former ACCESS patient, and after completing her clinical rotation at an ACCESS health center, she knew she wanted to work in a community health center. She believes in providing quality, patient-centered care that respects cultural and socioeconomic differences. Carolina loves coffee and enjoys weightlifting and boxing in her free time. She is fluent in Spanish.

Justin Poole earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Butler University. He is credentialed through the Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant Studies and is a member of the National Association of Emergency Medical Service Educators, the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Prior to coming to ACCESS, Dr. Poole worked in emergency medicine and witnessed firsthand the disparities that exist within health care. Dr. Poole believes providing high quality care is the core of the patient-provider relationship and a kes the time to actively listen to patients needs and provide quality education. Dr. Poole is a supporter of the LGBT community and has experience in administering PrEP, PEP, and Doxy-PEP. Outside of work, he enjoys playing trombone in a community concert band and going to different venues throughout Chicago.  

Katarzyna Ceglinski graduated from Maryville University St Louis an completed her practicums at Kids First Pediatrics Partners and Dr. Efraim Flores Pediatrics. She is a licensed pediatric nurse practitioner through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and is an international board-certified lactation consultant through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. Katarzyna’s practice centers on providing patient centered care focused on listening, reassurance, and education. She values being an active member of her community by providing quality health care to the people of Chicago. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking, gardening, and camping. Katarzyna is fluent in Polish. 

Genesis Arriola received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Miami and is credentialed by the American Nurse Credentialing Center. Genesis loves working in community health care because it allows her to be a part of the everyday lives of her patients, build strong connections, and find solutions that make a lasting impact on their health and wellness. Her health care philosophy emphasizes education and prevention to empower patients to make informed decisions that address their long-term health goals. Genesis was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in Florida before moving to Chicago to pursue her career in medicine. She enjoys spending time outdoors, playing tennis, and trying out new restaurants with her family. She is fluent in Spanish. 

Zane Elgogari completed the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program at the University of Pittsburgh. He is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates and the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. Additionally, he is an HIV Prevention Provider through HealthHIV. Zane chose to work in a community health center because he values being on the front lines of patient care and helping people navigate their healthcare journey. He believes in guiding and empowering patients with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions that will positively impact their overall health and wellness. When not at work, Zane enjoys cooking, exploring Chicago, and spending time with his cat Augustine. He is fluent in Spanish and Arabic.  

Dr. Renee Philson received her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and specialized in Family Medicine after completing the St. Margaret Family Medicine Residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Philson is Board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Philson believes health care is a human right and is dedicated to expanding access to quality care to not only combat the persistent health inequities, but improve the overall health and well-being in our communities. Outside of work, she enjoys trying and cooking new cuisines and listening to live music.

Dr. Gary Barsky received his medical degree at University of Illinois Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Illinois Department of Dermatology Chicago. He is a Board Certified dermatologist and a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Both of Dr. Barsky’s parents were community health physicians and it influenced him to have his own career in community health. Dr. Barsky has a strong desire to educate his patients about the importance of preventive health care to ensure chronic diseases are treated early and managed effectively.

Janielle Javier earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Janielle is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. Janielle's philosophy of care is rooted in the belief that health care is a human right, and that all patients deserve access to high-quality, compassionate care. Outside of work, she enjoys dancing, baking, and spending time with family and friends. 

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.

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.