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Louise Judge graduated with her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from Touro University Nevada. She is credentialed through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She enjoys working with a diverse group of people and giving back to her community. In her practice, she works to meet her patients where they are, to provide high quality, holistic care. When not at work, Louise can be found hiking, traveling, and trying new recipes. 

Dr. Andres Mafla earned his medical degree from Universidad del Valle in Cali, Columbia and completed his residency at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Mafla is a member of the American College of Physicians and has been an internal medicine specialist at Access Community Health Network for twelve years. Among his leadership roles at ACCESS, Dr. Mafla serves as a  Regional Medical Director and is Chair of the Chronic Disease Committee.  For the past three years, Dr. Mafla worked with the committee to improve ACCESS’s colorectal cancer screening rate from 13% to 45%. Through his leadership and diligent work on improving company policies, clinical workflows and changes to our electronic medical record (Epic), ACCESS has been able to significantly impact patient outcomes and develop best practices.  

Liaht Bauer graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She is credentialed through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Through high-quality, patient-centered care, Liaht is able to positively impact the lives of her patients. She believes in creating strong relationships with her patients by always listening to their concerns and treating them with dignity and respect. Outside of work, Liaht is a classically trained violinist and enjoys listening to music, spending time with friends, and watching movies. Liaht is fluent in French.

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.

Urvi has a Masters in Science in Nursing from Saint Xavier University with a specialty in Family Nursing. She is credentialed through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and belongs to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She looks forward to treating and serving a diverse population with multiple conditions, making her overall become a better provider. Urvi believes a patient should be treated holistically based on their physical, emotional, psychological and spirtual needs. By working for Access she believes she will be able to give back to her community. In addition to English, Urvi is fluent in Gujurati and Hindi. Outside of work, her hobbies include watching romantic movies, being adventurous with her children and traveling.

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What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer occurs when the normal cells that line the cervix gradually begin to change – turning into pre-cancerous cells. Since cervical cancer often does not exhibit signs in the early stages, these pre-cancerous cells can turn into cancer rapidly if untreated or undiagnosed.   Where is the cervix located and what does it do? The cervix connects the uterus and the birth canal, and it plays a crucial role in healthy functioning of the reproductive system for menstruation, pregnancy and childbirth.   What are some risk factors for cervical cancer? One of the largest risk factors for cervical cancer is the human papilloma virus (HPV). HPV is a sexually transmitted disease, which is caused by a group of viruses that can lead to genital warts. This is done by skin-to-skin or sexual contact with an infected individual. HPV infections are very common, and most go away by themselves and don’t cause problems. But in some cases, they lead to abnormal cell changes and cancer. Other factors that can potentially heighten a woman’s risk for cervical cancer include smoking, contracting HIV or chlamydia, poor diet or long-term use of birth control pills.   How can I take measures to prevent myself from getting cervical cancer? You can prevent cervical cancer by getting an annual check-up. Doctors recommend that all women should begin regular screenings by age 21, with follow-up screenings every three years. To check for cervical cancer, your doctor will conduct a Pap smear, where he/she tests cells taken from the cervix for any cellular changes. To prevent contraction of HPV, doctors also recommend that young girls should receive the HPV vaccine around age 12 or if not then, by age 26. Ideally, it should be given before any type of sexual contact with another person occurs. Practicing safe sex by using condoms is also recommended to prevent the risk for contracting HPV. Along with many other forms of cancers, choosing a smoke-free lifestyle will also help to reduce your risk for cervical cancer.   HPV has also been linked to cancers of the vulva, vagina, penis, anus, and throat. “It is important to know that cervical cancer is a preventable disease. Over the last years, both the number of cases and the mortality associated with cervical cancer have decreased significantly,” said ACCESS Chief Medical Officer Jairo Mejia. “This positive change is the result of more women being tested but more importantly, a group of preventive measures available to every woman these days, including the vaccination against the human papilloma virus (HPV) and education about safer sexual practices.”   Make An Appointment   As of December 1, 2024

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