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Claudia Garcia completed her Master of Science in Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Chicago and completed her dietetic internship at Loyola University Chicago. She is credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia is committed to making a positive impact on her patients’ lives through nutrition and health education. Working in community health care allows Claudia to reach a diverse population and provide accessible, evidence-based nutritional guidance. Claudia utilizes shared decision making to collaborate with patients on a personalized treatment plan that works for them and helps achieve their health goals. Outside of work, Claudia enjoys biking, paddleboarding, and hiking. She is fluent in Spanish.

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. Shah was born and educated in Pakistan and has since become a US citizen. Her degree is from Islamia University in Pakistan and she also completed two internships there - one in the Surgical Department of Baqai Hospital and one in the Department of Medicine of Civil Hospital. From 1992-1994, she served as a resident in internal medicine at Ravenswood Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Shah is a member of the Pakistan Medical Council.

Dr. Ali received his medical degree from Osmania Medical College in India and completed residencies at Michael Reese Hospital and Grant Hospital in Chicago. He is board-certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. Dr. Ali enjoys working in community health care because he is able to provide services to those who need it the most. He is fluent in Urdu and in his spare time enjoys reading literature.

Merideth Lembke completed the Physician Assistant program at Rosalind Franklin University/Chicago Medical School. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Merideth speaks fluent Spanish and enjoys working in the community health care environment where she is able to take a holistic approach in treating patients. In her spare time, Merideth enjoys traveling, live music, skiing, and water sports.

​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. James Kim received his medical degree from University of Toledo, College of Medicine and completed his residency at State University of New York in Buffalo, N.Y. Dr. Kim is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Fellow member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. In his free time, Dr. Kim enjoys watching sports, playing golf and traveling. He is drawn to community health care because he believes in connecting with the community through compassionate, advanced, high-quality care.

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.  

Peter Johnson earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois-Chicago and completed his residency at the University of Hawaii-Manoa. He is a Board-certified physician in the state of Illinois and is a member of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Johnson values serving a diverse patient population and takes a holistic, patient-centered approach to care. He wants to empower his patients to make the best decisions for their health and treats each of his patients like family. When not at work, Dr. Johnson enjoys staying active through yoga, swimming, biking, and traveling. He is fluent in Spanish.  

Tara Kristiansen received her Master of Science in Nursing at Spalding University in Louisville, Kentucky. She is credentialed through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is a current member of the Illinois Society for Advance Practice Nursing. Tara is eager to work with the West Chicago community to provide high quality, patient-centered care. She believes that everyone deserves access to care, regardless of their socioeconomic background. Outside of work, Tara enjoys coaching others on budgeting and saving, as well as staying active and travelling.  

JaMauri Warren completed his Masters in Physician Assistant Studies at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and the American Association of Respiratory Care. As a physician assistant, he is dedicated to providing high-quality, culturally competent care while empowering his patients to make the best decisions for themselves. Outside of work, JaMauri enjoys watching sports, travelling, and spending time with family and friends.  

Michelle Dormanen received her Master’s Degree from University of Illinois at Chicago. She is certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board and is also a member of the American College of Nurse-Midwives. Michelle strives to provide quality, individualized health care to women of diverse backgrounds to meet their specific needs. As a midwife, Michelle values a woman’s right to make informed decisions. In addition to caring for women throughout pregnancy and childbirth, she offers contraceptive, gynecologic and well-women screening services to women of all ages. Her goal is to support women and families in a way that fosters trust and confidence. Outside of work, Michelle enjoys listening to music, being active and spending time with her son.

Michelle Toledo completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine. She is certified through the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants and is a member of the Physician Associates for Latino Health. Having grown up on the South Side of Chicago, she has firsthand experience with the health care challenges these communities face. Her practice is centered on providing compassionate, patient-centered, and culturally sensitive care that goes beyond treating physical symptoms to include patients’ mental health and wellness. Her goal is to build trust and empower her patients to actively participate in their health journey. When not at work, Michelle can be found cooking, reading, or spending time with family and friends. She is fluent in Spanish.  

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.

Family Medicine, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Infectious