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Specialties: Rheumatology
Dr. John Byun is a board certified rheumatologist. He received his medical degree from The Medical College of Wisconsin. He accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Ankloysing, Gout, IBD associated arthritis, Lupus, Psoriatic arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Scleroderma, Sjorgen’s disease
Specialties: Family Medicine – Pediatrics through Young Adults
Leilani Reyes is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She received her degrees from Purdue University Calumet and Rush University. She accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English, Spanish
Medical Interests: Adolescent health, Immunizations, School & sports physicals, Sick child & young adult diagnosis and treatment, Vision & hearing screenings, Well-child care exams
Specialties: Rheumatology
Dr. Kirk Jenkins is a rheumatologist. He received his medical degree from University of Louisville. Dr. Jenkins accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Adult onset still’s disease, Dermatomyositis/polymyositis, Gout, Lupus, Osteoporosis, Psoriatic arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Vasculitis
Specialties: Endocrinology
Dr. Humberto Calero is an endocrinologist. Dr. Calero completed his schooling at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. He completed his residency and fellowship at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. Dr. Calero speaks English and Spanish, and is now accepting new patients.
Languages: English, Spanish
Medical Interests: Bone an calcium disorders, Diabetes, Obesity, Pituitary and adrenal diseases, Thyroid diseases
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Dr. John Dolatowski is a board certified internal medicine specialist. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at Lutheran General Hospital. Dr.Dolatowski is currently accepting new patients.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Asthma, COPD, Diabetes, Heart failure, Weight loss
Specialties: Clinical Social Work
Amber Bodak, LCSW, is a clinical social worker. Amber completed her schooling at Indiana State University and Indiana University Northwest, and she completed her internship at Unity Hospice and Christian Haven Homes. She treats patients ages 5 and above.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Traumatic brain injuries
Specialties: Psychiatry
Lindsey Kolakoski is a board-certified psychiatrist. She received her degree from Walden University School of Nursing. She accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and Sleeping Disorder
Specialties: Family Medicine – treats all ages; newborn, toddler, children, adolescent and adults
Dr. Sami Ismail is a family medicine specialist. He received his medical degree from Touro University Nevada. Dr. Ismail accepts several types of health insurance, and treats patients of all ages.
Languages: English, Spanish
Medical Interests: Acne treatments, Chronic management of diabetes, high blood pressures, elevated cholesterol, depression, etc., Cervical screenings, Department of Transportation physicals, Laceration suturing, Pain and joint injections, Pediatric and adult immunizations, Preventative check-ups for all ages, Osteopathic manipulative treatment, Skin biopsies
Specialties: Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine
Dr. Haddadin is a board certified family medicine physician and a Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association. She received her medical degree from the University of Jordan. Dr. Haddadin specializes in Family Medicine. She accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Asthma, COPD, Diabetes management, Health screenings, High blood pressure, Hypertension, Joint pain, Lipid problems, Pap smear, School physical, Walk-ins, Weight management, Women’s health
Specialties: Family Medicine – Treats ages 5+
Lauren Locke is a family nurse practitioner. She received her medical degree from Purdue University Northwest. She accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Chronic conditions, including diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, depression and anxiety, Family medical care, Preventative health and wellness exams, and Women’s health
Specialties: Family Medicine – Treats ages 5+
Amanda Stolarz is a family nurse practitioner. She received her medical degree from Indiana University Northwest. She accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Chronic conditions including diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, depression and anxiety, Family medical care, Preventative health and wellness exams, and Women’s health
Specialties: Endocrinology
Dr. Adil Alavi is an endocrinologist. He received his medical degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Adrenal and pituitary disorders in adults, Diabetes, Evaluation and management of thyroid disorders, Osteoporosis, Parathyroid disorders, Thyroid cancer, Thyroid nodules
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Dr. Alison Petrovich, MD is a board certified internal medicine specialist. She received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. As an internal medicine specialist, Dr. Petrovich’s goal is to care for adult patients of all ages to prevent medical conditions from occurring, diagnose them quickly when they do occur, and treat them thoroughly and in a cost effective manner. Dr. Petrovich accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Dermatology (skin) conditions, Joint/muscle/bone conditions, Women’s health, Preventative health and wellness exams, Chronic conditions, including diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, etc.
Specialties: Family Medicine
Dr. Jon Misch is a board certified family medicine specialist. He received his medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Misch accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Anxiety, Cryo therapy, Depression, Diabetes, Family medical care, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Joint injections, Minor surgery, Preventative services, Thyroid disorders
Specialties: Adult Behavioral Health
Shawna Grant, MSW, LCSW, is a behavioral health consultant/therapist. She attended the University of Illinois Chicago Jane Addams School of Social Work. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders and more.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Healing Trauma, Lifestyle Changes, Mood Disorders, Stress Management
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Dr. Eleazar Calero is an internist affiliated with Community Hospital in Munster, IN, and St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago, IN. He received his medical degree from Universidad Mayor De San Andres. Dr. Calero specializes in internal medicine, and he accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English, Spanish
Medical Interests: Arthritis, Asthma, Diabetes, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Preventative, Medical Care, Wellness Visits
Specialties: Adult Behavioral Health
Scot West, NP, is a board certified psych-mental health nurse practitioner. He attended Indiana University at IUPUI and specializes in treating severe and persistent mental illnesses.
Medical Interests: Bipolar disorder, Integrative healthcare, New onset schizophrenia, Severe and persistent mental illness, Suicide prevention
Specialties: Child/Adolescent & Adult Behavioral Health
Dr. Anees has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and their families throughout her career. She believes in individualized treatment for each patient, building a healthy therapeutic relationship. Dr. Anees incorporates psychotherapy, medication, nutrition, and exercise, and emphasizes the mind-body connection. “Each patient is unique, they bring their own story, family dynamics, background, genetics, and circumstances. It is my goal to help the overall health and well-being of all my patients to make sure they are getting the care they need at different stages during their lives,” Dr. Anees explains.
Patient Population:
Children from 3 years+
Adults up to 55 years old
Services Provided:
Psychiatric Clinical diagnostic assessments and evaluation.
Medication management.
Individual psychotherapy.
Short-term mental health needs to long-term chronic conditions on an outpatient basis.
Family therapy.
Services/Specialties:
ADHD
ODD
Reactive Attachment Disorder
Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorders
Adjustment Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Bipolar Disorder, and Other Mood Disorders
OCD and Related Disorders
Trichotillomania
Personality Disorders
Crisis Intervention
Major Depressive Disorder
Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
Tic Disorders
Intermittent Explosive Disorder
Head Injury Patients
Intellectually Disabled
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Dissociative Disorders
Conduct Disorder
DMDD
Conduct Disorder
Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders
Impulse Control Disorders
Development Disability
Eating and Feeding Disorders
Somatic Symptom Disorders
Gender Dysphoria
Specialties: Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
Dr. Malak Awad is a rheumatologist and internal medicine specialist. She received her medical degree from A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona. Dr. Awad accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Gout, Lupus, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Performance of ultrasound guided injections and aspirations, Rheumatoid arthritis, Vasculitis
Specialties: Rheumatology
Dr. Natalie Sessions, DO is a board certified rheumatologist. She received her medical degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Sessions accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Gout, Joint injections, Lupus, Polmyositis, Psoriatic arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Soft tissue rheumatism, Tendinitis, Vasculitis
Specialties: Rheumatology
Dr. Tarek Kudaimi, MD is a board certified rheumatologist. He received his medical degree from Damascus University in Syria. Dr. Kudaimi accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Degenerative arthritis, Gout, Joint injections, Lupus, Polymyositis, Psoriatic arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Soft tissue rheumatism, Tendinitis, Vasculitis
Mon: 8am – 4:30pm
Wed: 8am – 4:30pm
Thur: 8am – 4:30pm
Fri: 8am – 4pm
Specialties: Adult Behavioral Health
Sierra Green, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a nurse practitioner affiliated with St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago, IN. She received her degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. Sierra specializes in adult behavioral health, and she accepts several types of health insurance.
Medical Interests/Procedures: Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Trauma & Stress Related Disorders
Subject to change at any time. Please contact office to verify.
Specialties: Family Medicine (Nurse Practitioner)
Saundra Clark is a family nurse practitioner with advanced training to diagnose and treat illness, prescribe medications and administer physical exams. Specialties and interests: Diabetes, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia and Health Maintenance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: House Calls/Homebound, Service Nursing Homes
Mon-Thurs: 8:00am to 4:30pm
Same day appointments available
Specialties: Endocrinology
Dr. Ali Al Khazaali is an endocrinologist. He received his medical degree from University of Al-Qadisiyah. Dr. Al Khazaali accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Bone and calcium disorders
Diabetes, Pituitary and adrenal diseases, Thyroid diseases
Specialties: Pediatrics
Zuhair Alsakaji, MD is a pediatrician. He received his medical degree from the University of Jordan and is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: ADHD and Behavioral Evaluation, and Management, Immunizations, Newborn Care, School and Sports Physicals, Sick Child Diagnosis and Treatment, Vision and Hearing Screenings, Well Child Care Exams
Dr. Lisa Richardson is a family physician. She received her medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Richardson specializes in family medicine, and she accepts several types of health insurance.
Medical Interests: ADD/ADHD, Comprehensive Practice, Diabetes
Dr. Matthew Ramos Libiran is a family physician. He received his medical degree from the University of Santo Thomas College of Medicine. Dr. Libiran specializes in family medicine, and he accepts several types of health insurance.
Medical Interests: Acute Pain Syndrome, Chronic Disease Management, Congestive Heart Failure
Medical Interests: Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team, responsible for patient care, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices, Diabetes,
Disease Prevention, Exercise, Health Promotion, Insulin Pump Therapy, Nutrition Therapy
Dr. Jun Kim, DO is an obstetrics and gynecology specialist. He received his medical degree in osteopathic medicine from Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Kim specializes in high-risk pregnancy and minimally invasive gynecological surgery. He accepts several types of health insurance.
Medical Interests: Obstetrics and Gynecology, High-risk pregnancy, Minimally invasive gynecological surgery
Monday: 9am to 6pm
Tues: 9am to 5pm
Wed: 10am to 5pm
Fri: 9am to 4pm
Specialties: Pediatrics
Dr. Rajaraman Iyer is a pediatrician. He received his medical degree from Topiwala National Medical College. Dr. Iyer specializes in pediatrics and accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English
Medical Interests: ADHD evaluations, Immunizations, Newborn care, Prenatal visits, School & sports physicals, Sick child diagnosis and treatment, Vision & hearing screenings, Well-child care exams
Specialties: Child/Adolescent & Adult Behavioral Health
Catherine Oplinger, CPNP, PMHNP is a board certified pediatric nurse practitioner and psych-mental health nurse practitioner. She attended Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis.
Language: English
Medical Interests: ADHD, Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety, Autism Disorders, Depression, and Pediatric Behavioral Health
Specialties: Adult Behavioral Health (Psychiatry)
Dr. Mario Robbins is a psychiatrist. He received his medical degree from Michigan State University. Dr. Robbins specializes in psychiatry, and he accepts several types of health insurance.
Medical Interests: Behavioral Health, Osteopathic Medicine, Psychology
Specialties: Internal Medicine
Dr. Alfonso Blum is an internist affiliated with St. Catherine Hospital, East Chicago, IN. He received his medical degree from La Universadad Catolica DeSantiago De Guayaquil, Equador. Dr. Blum specializes in internal medicine, and he accepts several types of health insurance.
Language: English, Spanish
Medical Interests: Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Thyroid Disease
Specialties: Certified Nurse Midwife
Michele Beigle, CNM, is a certified nurse midwife. She attended Frontier Nursing University and has been a midwife since 1979. She specializes in gynecology; contraception counseling and management; teen and low-risk pregnancy; natural and midwifery delivery; vaginal birth after cesarean section and water births.
Language: English
Medical Interests: Contraception counseling & management Natural and midwife delivery Normal, low risk pregnancy and delivery Obstetrics and Gynecology Teen pregnancy and delivery Vaginal birth after cesarean section Water births