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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.

Shivang Shah received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and is certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency at AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital and is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, and American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Shah believes in providing personalized, holistic, and compassionate care to each of his patients. He is committed to educating patients about their conditions and tries his best to provide painless, non-invasive treatments. In his spare time, Dr. Shah enjoys going on hikes, riding his bike, and photography.

Dr. Glick received her medical degree at Rush Medical School, completed her residency in internal medicine at University of Washington in Seattle, and completed a fellowship in infectious disease at Rush University Hospital. She currently serves as medical director of HIV services for ACCESS. Dr. Glick’s passions as a physician include keeping up to date with issues concerning HIV, STDs, resistant pathogens, and hepatitis. “The best part of being a physician,” she says, “is working with and getting to learn about patient’s lives and getting to know their care and quality of life.” In her spare time, Dr. Glick can be found spending time with her family or keeping in shape through bicycling, walking, and yoga.​

David Sode graduated with his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University. He is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. David believes in meeting patients where they are at, listening with compassion and working together to empower them in their care. He takes the time to get to know each patient beyond their diagnosis, building trust and making sure they and their families feel understood and supported every step of the way. Outside of work, David enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, and playing the drums. He is fluent in Spanish. 

Patricia J. Zoller, A.P.R.N., F.N.P.-B.C., received her Master of Science in Nursing from Saint Xavier University. She is credentialed through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau Honors Society. Patricia strives to provide exceptional health care with an emphasis on health education and chronic disease management. She believes everyone should have access to quality health care and through education and strong relationships with patients, find the best care plan that improves health outcomes. Outside of work, Patricia enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Desiree Khan received her Master of Science in Nursing from Olivet Nazarene University and completed her clinical rotation at Little Company of Mary Emergency Room. She is credentialed through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and ANCC. Desiree believes everyone deserves access to quality health care and delivers care by collaborating with patients to create care individualized care plans.

Dr. Khanal received her medical degree from Nepalgunj Medical College in Nepal, and completed her residency at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County. She is licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Dr. Khanal is passionate about working in a medically underserved community. She is committed to caring for her young patients and ensuring they receive the care they need. She is fluent in Nepali and Hindi. In her spare time, Dr. Khanal enjoys reading books and traveling.

Dr. Vallejo received his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center. He is fluent in Spanish and when not working, enjoys dining out cooking with family traveling and reading. Dr. Vallejo enjoys giving back to the community and he believes in a holistic health care approach.

Maria Tejada earned her Certified Nurse Midwife degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is licensed by the American College of Nurse-Midwives. Maria is fluent in Spanish and is pleased to be working in a bi-cultural community where she can advocate for all patients. She believes that the birthing process is an opportunity for every woman to have a great experience that she will always treasure. During her spare time Maria enjoys participating in martial arts.

​Dr. Kim received her medical degree from Rush Medical College and completed the Deaconess Family Medicine Residency at Deaconess Hospital. She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, and she is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Kim believes in empowering her patients to take optimum care of themselves, while seeing the patient as a person and not a medical condition. She is fluent in Korean. When not working, Dr. Kim enjoys playing the guitar, hiking, gardening, enjoying art and spending time with her family.   

Ivy Jones earned her Masters of Science in Nursing at Walden University and completed her practicum at the University of Chicago. She is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and is credentialed through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Ivy incorporates the principles of patient-centered care into her practice and treats each patient with compassion, while providing evidence-based treatments. She chooses to work in community health in order to provide high quality mental health care to medically underserved communities. When not at work, Ivy can be found fishing, reading, or spending time with her family.

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Kevin Shanahan completed his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice at the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He is certified through the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants. His approach to care is meeting patients where they are and working together to address their personal health needs by fostering a non-judgmental and patient-centered environment. Kevin chose to work in community health care because he believes that providing high-quality accessible health care impacts communities at multiple levels. When not at work, Kevin can be found playing guitar, cooking, hiking, and making pottery. He is fluent in Spanish.

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.