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Munawar Sultana, M.D. received her medical degree in Pakistan and completed her residency at AMITA Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago, IL. She is Board Certified in Family Medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine and is an AAFP Fellow. Dr. Sultana believes each and every patient deserves individualized attention that includes listening, treating patients with dignity and involving them in decision making. Outside of work, Dr. Sultana enjoys taking long drives, listening to music and spending time with family. She is fluent in Urdu, Hindi and Sindhi.

Muyiwa completed his Family Nurse Practioner degree at Presence St. Mary’s Medical Center in Chicago, IL. He is credentialed by the American Nurse Credentialing Center and is a member of the American Nurses Association and American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Muyiwa is also a honorary member of Phi Beta Kappa. Helping people in his community is a passion of Muyiwa’s and he is focused on a framework of care goals and values that will enable him to offer the best support he can to patients. In his spare time he likes to go on vacation, spend time with family and play board games like chess and Scrabble. In addition to English, Muyiwa is fluent in Yoruba and Igbo.

Meredith Magulak received her Master of Science in Nursing from Yale School of Nursing. She is credentialed by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Meredith believes that all families deserve access to quality health care. Her approach to care involves working with families and children to help make the medical decisions that lead to healthy lifestyles. In her free time, Meredith enjoys traveling, reading, and cooking with family and friends. She speaks French and served as a Peace Corps health volunteer in Togo, West Africa.

Amanda Stone-Troyner graduated from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and is a Board-certified physician through the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is an active member of the American Osteopathic Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. While working at ACCESS as a resident physician, Dr. Stone-Troyner became passionate about the patient community and knew she wanted to stay at ACCESS. She is motivated to provide a full spectrum of women’s health care for all ages, backgrounds, and conditions. Outside of work, Dr. Stone-Troyner enjoys exploring Chicago, spending time outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.

Melva Navarro completed her physician assistant studies at the Yale School of Medicine. She is credentialed through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Melva is dedicated to serving the community she was raised in by providing culturally competent care that understands the factors that impact patients’ quality of care. She wants to establish authentic connections with each of her patients so that she can collaborate with them on a care plan that improves their quality of life. Outside of work, Melva enjoys spending time with her children, listening to audiobooks, and dancing. Melva was born in Veracruz, Mexico and is fluent in Spanish.

Reema Shah earned her medical degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed her residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. She is a Board-certified physician through the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Shah was drawn to work at a community health center because she believes that everyone deserves access to quality, patient-centered care. As a pediatrician, Dr. Shah works to empower families to make medical decisions that improve their overall health and well-being. Outside of work, Dr. Shah enjoys traveling, spending time with new friends, and exploring new restaurants.

Dr. Grover received his medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rosalind Franklin University School of Medicine in North Chicago. He is credentialed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. Dr. Grover’s philosophy of care is protecting patient dignity and providing quality care which improves outcomes for patients while keeping patients out of the hospital and at home, healthy. He respects and appreciates people from all backgrounds, socioeconomic status, race, gender, orientation and opinions and believes mutual respect is what keeps a doctor physician relationship strong and healthy. Outside of work, Dr. Grover enjoys being active and spending time with friends and family. He is fluent in Urdu, Hindu and Punjabi.

Dr. David Richards received his medical degree at Ohio State University and completed his residency at Rutgers University-Newark in New Jersey. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Richards has experience working in FQHCs and believes it to be the most rewarding work a physician can do. His philosophy of care is to use evidence-based medicine to help patients achieve the highest level of health possible. Dr. Richards has a special interest in treating opioid and alcohol use disorder. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active and spending time with his family.

Laura Lopez received her certification in Physician Assistant Studies from City Colleges of Chicago Malcolm X College. She is licensed by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Laura is looking forward to working in community health care and with a diverse population. She is committed to teaching her patients to make healthier life choices, while empowering themselves. In her spare time, Laura enjoys travelling with her children, exploring national parks and exploring the great restaurants of Chicago. Laura is fluent in Spanish.

Kristin Bean received her master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Rush University in Chicago, where she also completed a specialty year in Emergency Medicine. She is licensed by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Kristin believes that everyone deserves the same respect and quality of care regardless of the communities in which they live or their financial situations. She believes in shared decision making when it comes to developing individual health plans and encourages patients to take an active role in their own health. Kristin speaks Spanish. In her free time, Kristin enjoys singing, playing piano, traveling (especially to Latin America), and hiking.

Dr. Audrey Richardson received her medical degree from Fatima College of Medicine in the Philippines and completed her residency at St. Elizabeth’s Family Practice in Chicago. She is licensed by the American Board of Family Medicine and a member of the Illinois Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Richardson is dedicated to serving the needs of underserved families and individuals from newborn, pediatrics, adolescents and geriatrics. She is fluent in Spanish and Tagalog. In her free time, Dr. Richardson enjoys music, movies and reading.

Dr. Patel received her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and completed her residency at Golisano Children’s Hospital in Rochester, NY. Dr. Patel is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Osteopathic Association. She believes that community-based health care provides a greater, much needed service of health education and preventive care. Dr. Patel focuses her time with patients on offering measures that they and their parents can take to prevent the onset of disease. As a pediatrician, she enjoys guiding children throughout their growth and development. Dr. Patel speaks fluent Gujarati and, when not working, she enjoys cooking and baking, spending time with family and friends, trying out new restaurants and attending sporting events. 

Dr. Alikpala received her medical degree from Midwestern University and completed her residency at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Alikpala is board-certified by the American Board of Family Physicians and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Her philosophy of providing services to all patients regardless of economic status is consistent with ACCESS’ mission. Dr. Alikpala works to create a culture of healthy living for her patients. Dr. Alikpala speaks fluent Spanish and when not working, she enjoys cooking and reading.

Dr. Manjarrez received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners/Michigan State University. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and speaks fluent Spanish. In her spare time, Dr. Manjarrez enjoys playing volleyball being outdoors and going on road trips with her family. Dr. Manjarrez believes that quality health care should be available to all children as well as a medical home where all their needs are met with joy and compassion.

Mireya Ledesma completed the Physician Assistant program at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County/City Colleges of Chicago. She completed a practicum at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital. She is licensed as a Physician Assistant and Registered Nurse and is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Mireya enjoys traveling and outdoors activities and has previously participated in a medical mission to the Dominican Republic. She is also fluent in Spanish.She is excited about working in medically underserved communities and using her language skills in order to educate and teach patients.