Shakeel Ahmad, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: High blood pressure, Cholesterol disorder, Diabetes nutrition, Hypertension Medical School: Khyber Medical College, Pakistan; Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom Residency: University of Illinois Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2000 Board Certification: 1996 Professional Highlights: Member of the American College of Physicians DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3400

N. Seema Ahmed, MD Specialty: Infectious Disease Medical Special Interest: Bone infections, Pneumonia, skin infections, TB, HIV, fungal infections Medical School: Gandhi Medical College Residency: Cook County Hospital Fellowship: Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease, 2001; American Board of Internal Medicine, General, 1999 Professional Highlights: Germbusters, PC 1555 Barrington Road, Suite 4100 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 (847) 781-1790

Eva K. Alessia, DO Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Hope Children's Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: Board Certification: 2001 Professional Highlights: Alessia Pediatrics 11000 East Route 34, Suite 2 Plano, IL 60545 (630) 552-8488

Jamison D. Allen, DO Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Family medicine-Adults & Children, Osteopathic manipulation, Chronic wound care Medical School: Midwestern University, Downers Grove, Ill. Residency: Rush Copley Medical Center, Aurora, Ill. Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: 1999 Professional Highlights: Chief resident, Rush Copley Medical Center, 1999 Jamison Allen, DO, LLC 2560 Hauser-Ross Drive, Suite 450 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 748-5130

Todd M. Anderson, DDS, FAAOMS Specialty: Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Medical Special Interest: Dental implants, Reconstruction, Orthognatic surgery, Facial trauma Medical School: Marquette University School of Dentistry Residency: University of Louisville Hospitals Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 1993; Recertified 2001 Professional Highlights: Fellowship - American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons for Northern Illinois 1675 Bethany Road, Suite A Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-3000

Jesus V. Aquino, MD, FCAP Specialty: Pathology Medical Special Interest: Pathology, Dermatopathology Medical School: Far Eastern University, Manila, Philippines Residency: Mt. Sinai Hospital Medical Center, Chicago Fellowship: V.A. Hospital West Side and University of Illiniois, Chicago Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: Pathology Professional Highlights: Former Medical Director - Pathology, St. Mary's Hospital, Kankakee, Ill. Reddy Medical Associates One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Meera K. Atkins, MD, FACOG Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: Minimally invasive surgery, infertility Medical School: Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of OB/GYN, 2003 Professional Highlights: Chief resident at University of Illiniois, achievement award from Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons Prairie Point Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ltd. 1675 Bethany Road, Suite C Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 899-8080

Tara Atta, MD Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Noninvasive Cardiology Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine Residency: Boston University Medical Center Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical System Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

James D. Bajo, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Kornel D. Balon, Jr., MD Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Cardiothoracic and Pediatric Anesthesiology Medical School: University of Missouri School of Medicine Residency: Yale University School of Medicine Fellowship: University of Chicago Medical Center Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology Professional Highlights: Dr. Balon, Jr. has been practicing for 10 years and previously worked at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield and MacNeal Hospital in Berwyn. He is also certified in Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography. Anesthesia Associates, LTD. One Kish Hospital Dr. DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Todd R. Barrowclift, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Osteopathic Medicine & Health Science College of Medicine and Surgery Residency: Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center - Emergency Medicine Residency Program Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: 1991 Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Peter A. Baum, MD, FAAAAI Specialty: Allergy & Immunology Medical Special Interest: Bronchial Asthma, Sinusitis and Allergic Conditions such as Hay Fever, Eczema and Hives Medical School: Technical University, Munich Residency: University of Illinois Fellowship: Max Samter Institute of Allergy & Clinical Immunology Joined Staff: 1984 Board Certification: 1989, 1997, and 2006 Professional Highlights: Fellow, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology; Served as Chief of Staff, 1997 & 1998; Director of Repiratory Therapy DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3300

Joseph R. Baumgart, MD Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: High & low risk obstetrics, Infertility, Laparoscopic surgery Medical School: University of Illinois Residency: Methodist Hospital of Indiana - Indianapolis Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1983 Board Certification: 1985 Professional Highlights: Development of surgical technique to remove ovarian cysts laparoscopically, over 3,500 deliveries at Kishwaukee Community Hospital. Northern Illinois Fertility, SC Women and Children’s Center 625 East Bethany Road, Suite 1 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-8621

Romeo P. Bayola, MD, FACEP Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Far Eastern University Residency: St. Luke's Hospital-ND; St. Michael Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine, 2003; American Board of Family Practice, 1976 Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Priya Behari, MD Specialty: Infectious Disease Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine Residency: Loyola University Medical Center Fellowship: University of Chicago Hospitals Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Professional Highlights: American Board of Internal Medicine, Sub-Specialty Infectious Disease Germbusters, PC 1555 Barrington Road, Suite 4100 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 (847) 781-1790

Christopher J. Berry, MD Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Interventional Cardiology Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School Residency: Rush-Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center, Chicago Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospital Clinics in Iowa City for Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Board Certified Cardiologist; Board Certified in Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Dr. Berry previously practiced five years, including four years at Great Lakes and Guantanamo Bay Naval Hospitals and one year with the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee. Cardiac and Vascular Specialists 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 203 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8320 915 Center Street, Suite 2001 Elgin, IL 60120 (847) 931-4200

Bharati D. Bhate, MD Specialty: Oncology (Radiation Therapy) Medical Special Interest: Radiation Oncology Medical School: Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Hospital, Bombay, India Residency: VA Hospital, Hines, IL, Therapeutic radiology University of Mississippi, Pathology Fellowship: N/A Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: Board Certified Radiation Oncology, 1984 Professional Highlights: Chair of Medicine Department, Former chair of cancer committee, Former cancer liaison physician Illinois Regional Cancer Center 10 Health Services Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-4722

Julia L. Bielat, MD Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois Hospital (Chicago) Residency: Provena St. Joseph Family Medical Center; Illinois Masonic Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Family Practice Professional Highlights: Kishwaukee Medical Associates 954 W. State Street Sycamore, Il 60178 815.895.9144

Bern G. Binger, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Preventive care Medical School: University of Nebraska, College of Medicine, Omaha Residency: Post-Graduate Year One: Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas; Post-Graduate Year Two: Lutheran Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio Fellowship: American Academy of Emergency Physicians Joined Staff: Board Certification: Emergency Medicine,1992 Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Russell J. Bodner, MD Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Sports medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, Hip and knee replacement Medical School: UCLA Residency: University of Pennsylvania Fellowship: Trauma at University of Inssbruck, Austria and Lake Tahoe Knee & Sports Fellowship Joined Staff: 2001 Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery Professional Highlights: A fellow of the A.A.O.S.; Team physician for Northern Illinois University Midwest Orthopaedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000

Kendall D. Boone, MD, FACS Specialty: Surgery, Vascular Medical Special Interest: Vascular Surgery, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms & Carotid Stents Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio Residency: General Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City Fellowship: Peripheral Vascular Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City; Endovascular Surgery, Mercy Hospital, Muskeegon, MI Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Peripheral Vascular Surgery & Surgery, American Board of Surgery Professional Highlights: Illinois Vascular Surgeons 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 203 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 964-3333 Affiliated Surgeons of Rockford 2300 North Rockton Avenue, Suite 304 Rockford, IL 61103 (815) 964-3333

Bruce Brantman, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Residency: Lutheran General Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2001 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Gregory C. Bryniczka, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Podiatric Sports Medicine Medical School: Scholl College Podiatric Medicine Residency: Northlake Hospital and Hines Veteran Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: Board Certification: Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: Fellow, American College of Foot Surgery; Consultant, Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company; Former Associate Professor in Sports Medicine, Scholl College Northwest Podiatry Center, Ltd. 3254 Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-9491

Deborah L. Buckingham, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Rush University Residency: Barnes Jewish Hospital, Evanston Hospital, Grace Hospital Fellowship: Wayne State University School of Medicine Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Jerome T. Budz, MD Specialty: Dermatology Medical Special Interest: All skin diseases including skin cancer Medical School: Loyola-Stritch School of Medicine Residency: Rush-Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology Professional Highlights: Have practiced in DeKalb area for 25 years. Jerome Budz, MD 901 North First Street DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-8583

Jay D. Burstein, MD, FACS Specialty: Urology Medical Special Interest: Laser treatment for enlarged prostate, chronic pelvic pain disorders, overactive bladders Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Residency: Mount Sinai, Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1999 Board Certification: 1986 Professional Highlights: Fellow of the American College of Surgeons; Author of medical textbook chapters regarding urologic surgical techniques and complications; Pioneered minimally invasive procedures to correct urinary incontinence. First to introduce “non-incision” bladder suspension to Chicago area in 1984; 20-year clinical experience in use of laser treatment for prostate enlargement. DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3550

Sajit Bux, MD, FACS Specialty: Urology Medical Special Interest: Stone Disease, Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer Medical School: Sriram Chandra Bhanja Medical College Residency: State University/New York Upstate Medical University & Emory University, Georgia & West Virginia University Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: Board Certified in Urology Professional Highlights: Pfizer Scholar, Currently participating in a unique collaborative reseach project investigating a potential treatment for bladder and prostate cancers with Kish Hospital and NIU DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3550

David Cable, MD Specialty: Surgery, Thoracic Medical Special Interest: Major operations on the heart, lung and blood vessels, performs minimally invasive surgery whenever possible Medical School: University of Iowa Residency: Mayo Clinic, General Surgery Fellowship: Mayo Clinic, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery Professional Highlights: Fellow, American College of Surgeons; Fellow, American College of Cardiology; Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians; American Medical Association; American Heart Association, Council of Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery; Mayo Clinic Alumni Association; The Priestly Society; Southern Thoracic Surgical Association; Society of Thoracic Surgery The Rockford Surgical Service 5668 East State Street Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 397-7900

Thomas R. Cain, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Interventional Radiology Medical School: University of Southern California School of Medicine Residency: UCLA Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

S.W. Chang, MD Specialty: Pulmonology Medical Special Interest: Critical Care, Sleep Disorder, Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Acute lung injury, ARDS (Acute Respiratory Disease Syndrome) & Farmer’s Lung Medical School: Medical School: University of Chicago-Pritzker School of Medicine Residency: University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics Fellowship: University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: Critical Care, 1987, 2004; Pulmonary Disease, 1986; Internal Medicine, 1983 Professional Highlights: Assistant professor of Medicine, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, 1986-89; Associate professor of Medicine, Northwestern University, 1989-93; NIH-NHLBI Clinical Investigator award, 1987-92. American Lung Association Career Investigator Award, 1991-96. Published more than 40 scientific manuscripts and co-authored more than 25 clinical papers and book chapters. Pulmonary and Critical Care consultant in Janesville, Wis., 1993-2005. Consultants of Internal Medicine 1711 DeKalb Avenue, Unit C4 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815)895-0555

Deane S. Charba, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Chronic renal disease, dialysis, hypertension Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Fellowship: University of Michigan Hospitals Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Internal Medicine, Nephrology and Hypertension Professional Highlights: Fellow, American College of Physicians; Specialist in Clinical Hypertension, American Society of Hypertension Rockford Nephrology Associates 612 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 227-8300

Tony Choi, MD Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Shoulder and Elbow surgery Medical School: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Residency: University of Missouri School of Medicine Fellowship: University of Florida College of Medicine Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Professional Highlights: He completed his shoulder and elbow fellowship at the prestigious University of Florida College of Medicine under Dr. Thomas Wright. Midwest Orthopaedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000 207 E. Church (Rt. 34), Suite A Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 758-0000

Alan Y. Chow, MD Specialty: Ophthalmology Medical Special Interest: Pediatric Ophthalmology Medical School: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine Residency: General Surgery and Ophthalmology: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine Fellowship: Pediatric Ophthalmology: Children's Hospital National Medical Center / George Washington University; Ophthalmic Genetics: Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Wilmer Eye Institute Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology, 1985 Professional Highlights: Dr. Chow is the inventor of the Artificial Silicon Retina. He has received honors and awards from NASA, the Westinghouse Foundation, the National Science Foundation, the NIH and the Tibbets Award at the White House. He was selected as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, a Scientific American 50, and is the recipient of the World Technology Network Award in Health and Medicine. His work has been highlighted by ABC World News, Dateline NBC, Nightline, Good Morning America, the Discovery Channel, USA Today, Scientific American, Time, Newsweek, People, and Fortune. Dr. Chow is an Assistant Professor at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and is a spokesman for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is a reviewer for multiple journals and is an author of numerous articles and patents. Hauser-Ross Eye Institute & Surgicenter 2240 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 756-8571

Paul M. Christensen, MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Cardiac Imaging, Lipid disorders Medical School: University of Iowa, Iowa City Iowa Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology Professional Highlights: Assistant Professor at University of Illinois College of Medicine; Fellow of the American College of Cardiology; Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases and Nuclear Cardiology DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

J. Allen Chvala, Jr., DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Children's foot care Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Residency: Fellowship: American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: 35 years in practice in DeKalb Northwest Podiatry Center, Ltd. 3254 Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-9491 Northwest Podiatry Center 705 Warrenville Road Wheaton, IL 60189 (630) 668-3358

Gregory J. Conrad, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Midwestern University - Downers Grove Residency: St. James Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Suzanne R. Cook, MD Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Chronic constipation and Gastrointestinal Problems Medical School: Loyola -Stritch School of Medicine Residency: Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center; Rush-Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1989 Board Certification: 1984 Professional Highlights: Former Cheif of Ambulatory Pediatrics at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Chicago DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3450

Michael D. Coulson, DO Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: American Board of Osteopathic Anesthesiology Professional Highlights: Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993

Ravi K. Damaraju, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois Residency: University of Illinios Fellowship: University of Illinois Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty Certification in Nephrology Professional Highlights: Northwest Kidney Consultants, S.C. 1710 N. Randall Road, Suite 330 Elgin, IL 60123 (847) 531-5911

Evangeline Z. De Sagun, MD Specialty: Pathology Medical Special Interest: Surgical pathology, Cytopathology Medical School: University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, Quezon City, Philippines Residency: Cook County Hospital and Mt. Sinai Hospital Medical Center Fellowship: Cook County Hospital, Research (1998); Surgical Pathology (1999); Surgical Pathology (2002); University of Mississippi Medical Center, Cytopathology (2003) Joined Staff: 2003 Board Certification: 2003 Professional Highlights: Reddy Medical Consultation Services, Ltd. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Thomas A. Dennison, MD Specialty: Psychiatry Medical Special Interest: General Adult Psychiatry, Rural Mental Healthcare, Family Therapy, Group Therapy Medical School: University of Illinois at Chicago Residency: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1990 Board Certification: 1988 Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671

Sunil S. Desai, MD Specialty: Pulmonology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Residency: Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Sleep Medicine, AM Board of Internal Medicine with Subspecialty Certifications in Critical Care and Pulmonary Disease Professional Highlights: Suburban Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, LTD 700 East Ogden Avenue, Suite 202 Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 789-8571 Suburban Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, LTD 302 Randall Road, Suite 309 Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 232-0202

Jasmeet S. Dhaliwal, MD Specialty: Ophthalmology Medical Special Interest: Corneal Disorders, Corneal Transplant Surgery, DSEK surgery to correct Fuchs Dystrophy, Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery, Comprehensive Opthalmology Medical School: University of Illinois Residency: University of Cincinnati (Ohio) Fellowship: Henry Ford Hospital (Michigan) Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology Professional Highlights: Chief Resident, Multiple journal publications, fellowship trained in cornea & refractive surgery at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan. Hauser-Ross Eye Institute & Surgicenter 2240 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 756-8571

Leela S. Dhanekula, MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: electrophysiology--cardiac arrhythmias, pacemakers and defibrillator implantation, radio frequency cardiac ablation Medical School: Siddhartha / Guntur Medical College Residency: Loyola University Medical Center Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, University of Utah Medical Center Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiac Electophysiology, Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Michael D. Dichoso, DPM, CWS, MBA, FACFAS Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Diabetes wound healing, Sports Medicine-Bio-mechanics, foot and ankle surgery Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Residency: Sacred Heart Hospital - Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Certified Wound Specialist Professional Highlights: Certified Would Care Specialist Northwest Podiatry Center, Ltd. 3254 Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-9491

Edwin H. Dolin, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Computed Tomography, Magnestic Resonance Imaging Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (Chicago) Medicine Residency: Rush-Presbyterain-St Lukes Medical Center (Illinois) Radiology, Diagnostic Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Mark A. Drendel, MD, FAAFP Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Sports Medicine Medical School: Chicago Medical School Residency: St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, IL Fellowship: Member of the American Academy of Family Physicians Joined Staff: 1989 Board Certification: 1998 Professional Highlights: American Board of Family Medicine, 1989 Kishwaukee Medical Associates 895 S. State St. Hampshire, IL 60140 (815) 895-9144

Paul A. Dubrick, MD, FACOG Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: Gynecologic surgery, Endometrial Ablation, Incontinence management essure, menopausal care. Medical School: Chicago Medical School Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1992 Board Certification: 1994, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Professional Highlights: Chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Kishwaukee Community Hospital Prairie Point Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ltd. 1675 Bethany Road, Suite C Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 899-8080

Farhad Farokhi, DO Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Cardiac Arrhythmia Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine Residency: Granview Hospital & Medical Center; Marshall University School of Medicine; St. James Hospital; Illinois Masonic Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Electrophysiology, Cardiology Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Karen M. Federici, MD Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Women’s health, pediatrics, breast-feeding, alternative medicine, low-risk obstetrics Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Residency: Hinsdale Family Practice Residency, Illinois Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: 2006, American Board of Family Practice Professional Highlights: Family First Physicians, SC 599 Pearson Drive Genoa, IL 60135 (815) 784-6300

James J. Fedinec, MD, FACEP, FAAEM, RDMS Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Emergency ultrasound Medical School: Rush Medical College Residency: Christ Hospital and Medical Center, Illinois Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine, 2000 Professional Highlights: Emergency Ultrasound Director; Medical Director of the PGA Championship at Medinah in 2006 Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Ronald J. Feldmann, MD, FAAFP Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Adult, Pediatrics and Sports Medicine Medical School: Loyola Stritch School of Medicine Residency: University of Iowa Fellowship: Member of the American Academy of Family Physicians Joined Staff: 1982 Board Certification: 1982 Professional Highlights: Recertified as member in the American Board of Family Practice, 1988, 1996, 2002 Kishwaukee Medical Associates 954 W. State St. Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-9144

Mark R. Fister, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: General Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine with a Special Interest in Oncologic PET and Non-Invasive Coronary imaging including Coronary CTA and Myocardial Perfusion imaging Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Lexington) Medicine Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hospital (Missouri) - Diag. Rad Radiology, Diagnostic Fellowship: Barnes-Jewish Hospital (Missouri) - Nuc. Med. Nuclear Medicine Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert; AM Board of Radiology - Nuclear Medicine - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Brent T. Fonner, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Diagnostic Radiology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School (Illinois) Medicine Residency: Northwestern University Medical Center (Illinois) Radiology, Diagnostic Fellowship: Northwestern University Medical Center (Illinois) Body Magnetic Resonance Imaging Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Dreyer Medical Clinic Radiology Chairman 2007-2010 Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Ronald B. Foran, MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology (Pediatric) Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia Residency: Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia Fellowship: Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia; Northwestern Universities and University of Ottawa Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Internal Medicine, 1983 and Cardiology, 1987 Professional Highlights: Pediatric Cardiology Associates of Northern Illinois 5701 Strathmoor Drive, Suite 1 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 227-5600

Amanda D. Friedrichs, MD Specialty: Dermatology Medical Special Interest: Diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, acne, eczema, psoriasis and cosmetic procedures including Botox facial augmentation with fillers, leg vein treatment and skin resurfacing. Medical School: University of Illinois, Rockford Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology Professional Highlights: Member of the American Academy of Dermatology's Council on Communications DeKalb Clinic North 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3100

Jason C. Friedrichs, MD, MS Specialty: Ophthalmology Medical Special Interest: cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, refractive error and corneal dystrophies Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Residency: University of Iowa Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Professional Highlights: member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 815 758-8671 x3150

Michael D. Galle, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (Illinois) Medicine Residency: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (Illinois) Rotating; Midwestern University Emergency Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Medical Director of Air Angels Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Patrick G. Gannon, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Occupational Medicine Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine / Midwestern University Residency: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine / Midwestern University Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: 1991 Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Mohammed B. Ghabra, MD Specialty: Neurology Medical Special Interest: General Neurology, Neurophysiology, EMG, sleep medicine Medical School: Damascus University Medical School Residency: St. Lukes Roosevelt Hospital, Loyola University of Chicago - Stritch School of Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: Neurology General Cert., Neurophysiology, Sleep Disorder Medicine Professional Highlights: Mohammed B. Ghabra, MD Epilepsy Clinic 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 212 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-8554

Bahram Ghaderi, MD Specialty: Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Medical Special Interest: breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tuck, face lift Medical School: University of Michigan School of Medicine, Ann Arbor, Michigan Residency: Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery Professional Highlights: Dr. Ghaderi has had his work published in a number of professional medical journals, including a publication of his research on breast augmentation in an international journal. He is also a fellow of the prominent American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons; American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; and the Chicago Society of Plastic Surgeons. Bahram Ghaderi, MD, FACS 2900 Foxfield Rd Suite 201 St. Charles, Illinois 60174 (630) 762-9697

David L. Gibson, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine (Illinois) Medicine Residency: Loyola University Medical Center - Chicago, Illinois Radiology Radiology, Diagnostic Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Michele T. Glasgow, MD, FAAOS Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Shoulder surgery, osteoporosis treatment, elbow surgery Medical School: Mount Sinai Medical School Residency: Columbia - Presbyterian Medical Center Fellowship: Sports Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Shoulder Surgery, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center Joined Staff: 1994 Board Certification: 1995 Professional Highlights: A fellow of the A.A.O.S.; Team physician for Northern Illinois University; Beaumont Award for research, Molecular Biology fellowship, Woods Hole Institute, Mass.; Director, Osteoporosis Center, Midwest Orthopaedic Institute; Instructor and Lecturer, American Academy Orthopaedic Surgery; President, DeKalb Medical Society, 1999-present. Midwest Orthopaedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000

Steven G. Glasgow, MD Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Knee surgery, biologic resurfacing, osteotomies, partial and total joint replacement, minimally invasive surgery with guided cuts. Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Residency: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Fellowship: University of Pennsylvania Department of Orthopaedics and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Sports Medicine Center Joined Staff: 1994 Board Certification: 1992 and 2002 Professional Highlights: A fellow of the A.A.O.S.; Team physician for Northern Illinois University Midwest Orthopaedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000

Stephen R. Goldman, MD Specialty: Surgery, General Medical Special Interest: Laparoscopy and Endocrine Surgery Medical School: University of Illinois, Rockford Residency: Grand Rapids/MSN General Surgery Residency Program Fellowship: Grand Rapids/MSN General Surgery Residency Program Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Eligible, American Board of Surgery Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3500

Vasantha L. Gona, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Women's Health, Diabetes, Internal Medicine & Primary Care, Preventive Care, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Arthritis, Chronic Medical Problems Medical School: Osmania Medical College, India Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Dr. Gona has been practicing medicine for five years, three years at McKinnley Health Center, University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, and most recently in Florida. Medical Arts Center 2535 West Bethany Road, Suite 110 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 756-1434

George R. Gonnella, DO Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Christ Hospital and Medical Center IL Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: American Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, Internal Medicine; American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: George Gonnella, DO, LLC 2560 Hauser-Ross Drive, Suite 450 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 748-3040

Umesh P. Goswami, MD Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Asthma, Allergies, Attention Deficit Disorder Medical School: MG Science Institute Residency: University of Illinois Hospital, Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1986 Board Certification: Professional Highlights: Children’s Health Care Center 625 East Bethany Road, Suite 3 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-5100

Steinar G. Gudmundsson, MD Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Consultative, Invasive and Noninvasive Cardiology Medical School: University of Iceland Residency: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, Illinois Fellowship: Cardiology: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, Illinois, Internal Medicine: University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases; Director of Rockford Cardiology office in Rochelle, Illinois DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Roger L. Haab, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Texas, Galveston Residency: University of Texas, Galveston Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1990 Board Certification: 1989 Professional Highlights: Certified Medical Review Officer; Over 18 Years of Emergency Medicine Experience DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3400

Fatima M. Hadi, MD Specialty: Psychiatry Medical Special Interest: ADHD and common psychiatric conditions in children and adults, such as mood and anxiety spectrum disorders, psychotic disorders and more. Medical School: Gandhi Medical College, India Residency: Cleveland Clinic Health System (Ohio), in General/Adult Psychiatry Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Health System (Ohio), in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry, 2003; American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 2006 Professional Highlights: Chief resident in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Cleveland Clinic Foundation (2002-03). Listed in Global Register’s “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals,” 2006-07 edition; Medical Director of Day Treatment Program for Adolescents at Glen Oaks Therapeutic Day School, North Aurora, Ill.; Staff Psychiatrist at Glen Oaks Hospital, Glendale Heights, Ill. Ben Gordon Center 12 Health Services Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-4875

Raza S. Hamdani, MD Specialty: Gastroenterology Medical Special Interest: Gastroenterology Medical School: University of Lagos Residency: Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Advanced Gastroenterology 759 John Street, Suite C Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 882-9303

Robert H. Harner, MD, MS, FACC, FACP, FSCAI Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Consultative and Interventional Cardiology Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Residency: Hines VA Hospital, Hines, Illinois and Cook County Hospital, Chicago, Illinois Fellowship: Hines VA Hospital, Hines, Illinois and Cook County Hospital, Chicago, Illinois Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Yes Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology; Assistant Professor at University of Illinois College of Medicine; Member of American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians, and Society of Coronary Angiography and Intervention, Founding Physician of Rockford Cardiology DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

James N. Hawkins, DO Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: Varicose vein treatment and weight management Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine  Residency: Cook County Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: Board Certification: Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Board Certified in Bariatric Medicine Professional Highlights: Dr. Hawkins is a pro-life Obstetrician Gynecologist. He is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians, and is certified in cosmetic laser, Botox, Restalyne, and Juvederm treatments. He is also a member of the American College of Phlebology. Aishling Obstetrics & Gynecology 831 East Sandhurst Drive Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-1088 654 West Veteran's Parkway, Suite A Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 553-3588

Jennifer M. Hein, MD Specialty: Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Finch University of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center - Chicago Fellowship: University of Tennessee College of Medicine Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery Professional Highlights: Women’s Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery 610 Plaza Drive, Unit 1 Sycamore, IL 60178 (800) DEFYAGE

Joel B. Hellman, MD Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Interventional Cardiology Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Residency: West Suburban Hospital Medical Center (Illinois), Medical College of Wisconsin (Milwaukee), Medical College of Ohio (Toledo) Fellowship: Henry Ford Hospital (Michigan) Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease Professional Highlights: Practicing Interventional Cardiology Since January 1990 DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Mark W. Hiser, MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cardiac Coronary Intervention Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Residency: University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa Fellowship: Cardiology: University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa Internal Medicine: University of Chicago Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Cariovascular Diseases; Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine; Fellow of the American College of Cardiology DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Paula M. Hobson, MD Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: High Risk Pregnancy, Vulvovaginal Disorders, Sexual Disfunction, Emotional Health Medical School: Rush Medical College Residency: Phoenix Integrated Residency in OB/GYN Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology Professional Highlights: Northern Illinois Fertility, SC Women and Children’s Center 625 East Bethany Road, Suite 1 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-8621

Stephen J. Houde, MD Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Regional Anesthesia Medical School: Loyola University Medical Center Residency: Northwestern University Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesia Professional Highlights: Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993

Alfred R. HuYoung, MD, FAAP, FACC Specialty: Cardiology (Pediatric) Medical Special Interest: Pediatric Resuscitation Medical School: University of Virginia Residency: Naval Regional Medical Center, Portsmouth, Va. Fellowship: University of Iowa Joined Staff: Board Certification: Pediatrics, 1980; Sub-board, Pediatric Cardiology, 1985 Professional Highlights: Assisting Chinese Emergency Medicine Association in a national program for pediatric resuscitation in China. Pediatric Cardiology Associates of Northern Illinois 5701 Strathmoor Drive, Suite 1 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 227-5600

Juan M. Ibarra, MD Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Interventional Pain Medicine Medical School: Texas Tech University School of Medicine Residency: Washington State University School of Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology, 1994; American Board of Pain Medicine, 2005 Professional Highlights: Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993

Syed S. Jafri, MD, FAAP Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Obesity, ADHD and Well Child & Patient Education Medical School: Sindh Medical College Residency: Metropolitan Hospital Center, New York Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3450

Rajeev K. Jain, MD Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Adult hip and knee arthritis; partial knee replacements; joint replacements Medical School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Residency: McLaren Regional Medical Center, Michigan Fellowship: Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation, La Jolla, Calif. Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Eligible, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Professional Highlights: Midwest Orthopaedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000

Darvin J. Javier, MD Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Regional Anesthesia Medical School: Chicago Medical School Residency: Rush University Medical College Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology Professional Highlights: Master's Degree in Medical Imaging, Master's Degree in Medical Physics, Recipient of the Asthmatic Children's Aid Research Scholarship, Certification from Rush University Medical Center in Fiberoptic Airway Management Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993

Bernard C. Johnson, MD Specialty: Urology Medical Special Interest: Urinary infections, Female urology Medical School: University of Kansas Residency: Northwestern University Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1972 Board Certification: Board Eligible Urologist Professional Highlights: As an instructor of Urology, he performed research involving the effects of hormones on the urinary system. He introduced needle suspension female incontinent surgery to this area in the late 1980's. His publications include articles on pylonephritis and pediatric bladder outlet obstruction. DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3550

M. Ammar Katerji, MD Specialty: Neurology (Pediatric) Medical Special Interest: Epilepsy, headaches, ADHD Medical School: Aleppo Medical School, Syria Residency: University of Chicago Children's Hospital Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Children's Hospital Joined Staff: 1988 Board Certification: Yes Professional Highlights: Center for Pediatric Subspecialists 1020 East Ogden Avenue, Suite 302 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 717-0228 4440 West 95th Street Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (708) 425-8000

Helen Kellett, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Abdrominal Imaging Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine (Morgantown) Medicine Residency: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center - New York, New York Radiology, Diagnostic Fellowship: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center - New York, New York Abdominal Imaging and MRI Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Ibrahim A. Khaja, MD Specialty: Psychiatry Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Deccan College of Medical Sciences Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Memphis Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Eligible, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Professional Highlights: Ibrahim A. Khaja, MD 2535 West Bethany Road, Suite 201 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 754-7500

Ghori S.R. Khan, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Geriatrics, Lung diseases, Heart diseases, Diabetes Medical School: Government Medical College, India Residency: St. Joseph Hospital, Chicago, affiliate of Northwestern University Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Intensivist in Mayo Health System 1999-2003 Kishwaukee Internists, SC 2535 W. Bethany Road, Suite 201 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 754-0300 105 East Navaho Avenue Shabbona, IL 60550 (815) 824-2124

Michael J. Kikta, MD, FACS Specialty: Surgery, Vascular Medical Special Interest: Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Aneurysms, Venous Problems, Carotid Artery Problems, Lower Extremity Arterial Disease Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (honors), Chicago Residency: General Surgery, University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago; Vascular Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO Fellowship: Research Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, University of Illinois Medical Center, Chicago Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Peripheral Vascular Surgery & Surgery, American Board of Surgery Professional Highlights: Fellow: American College of Surgeons, Illinois State Medical Society, Winnebago County Medical Society, Warren H. Cole Society, Karl Meyer Surgical Society, University of Missouri Surgical Society Illinois Vascular Surgeons 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 203 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 964-3333 Affiliated Surgeons of Rockford 2300 North Rockton Avenue, Suite 304 Rockford, IL 61103 (815) 964-3333

Young S. Kim, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Bi-County Community Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: AM Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Been practicing since 1999, on staff at Centegra Health Systme for four years. Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Thomas E. Kirts, MD Specialty: Psychiatry Medical Special Interest: Children and Adolescents with Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorders Medical School: Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola Residency: Loyola Unversity Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1975 Board Certification: Board Certified in Physciatry,1973 Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3300

Paul J. Klazura, MD, FACS Specialty: Surgery, Vascular Medical Special Interest: Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Aneurysms, Venous Problems, Carotid Artery Problems, Lower Extremity Arterial Disease Medical School: St. Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis Residency: General Surgery, University of Illinois & Cook County Hospitals, Chicago Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Peripheral Vascular Surgery & Surgery, American Board of Surgery Professional Highlights: Fellow: American College of Surgeons, American College of Physician Executives, Peripheral Vascular Surgery Society, Illinois State Medical Society, Winnebago County Medical Society, Warren H. Cole Society, Karl Meyer Surgical Society Illinois Vascular Surgeons 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 203 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 964-3333 Affiliated Surgeons of Rockford 2300 North Rockton Avenue, Suite 304 Rockford, IL 61103 (815) 964-3333

Gregg A. Kling, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: 1991 Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Brian L. Kloberdanz, DDS Specialty: Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Iowa School of Dentistry Residency: University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry - Anesthesia; Medical College of Wisconsin Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1991 Board Certification: Yes Professional Highlights: Fellow and diplomat American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and National Dental Board of Anesthesia; Former resident of Fox River Valley Dental Society Kruzan & Kloberdanz DDS Ltd. 1406D Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-0633

Joseph A. Kmiecik, MD, PhD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Neuroradiology, MRI & Spectroscopy Medical School: University of Illinois Residency: Diagnostic Radiology, University of California, San Francisco Fellowship: Neuroradiology, University of California Medical Center, San Francisco Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: General Radiology, Americal Board of Radiology, 2003; Certificate of Added Qualification in Neuroradiology, American Board of Radiology, 2004 Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Jamie L. Kondelis, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School Residency: Northwestern University Medical Center and Evanston Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine, 1992 Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Richard Kopolovic, MD Specialty: Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Medical Special Interest: Skin cancer, breast reduction and reconstruction, facial reconstruction, cosmetic Surgery including facial, Botox, Dermal Fillers, liposculpture, facelift and eyelids Medical School: Ohio State University Residency: Loyola University Division of Plastic Surgery Fellowship: Loyola University in plastic surgery Joined Staff: 2000 Board Certification: Yes Professional Highlights: First Bilateral Tram Flap Reconstruction to be done at Kishwaukee Community Hospital. Northern Illinois Plastic Surgery, Ltd. 2127 Midlands Drive, Suite 102 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-3057 Graue Mill Professional Building 950 North York Road, Suite 201 Hinsdale, IL 60521 (630) 323-2369

John Kostrey, MD Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Charles University, Prague, Czechoslovakia Residency: Milwaukee Children’s Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1968 Board Certification: 1971 Professional Highlights: Former Chief of Medical Staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, Former Chairman of the Pediatric Department of Kishwaukee Community Hospital DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3450

Stephen H. Kozlowski, MD Specialty: Rheumatology Medical Special Interest: Arthritis, gout, osteoporosis, lupus, vasculitis, fibromyalgia, rheumatic manifestations of systemic disease, rheumatoid & osteoarthritis Medical School: Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago Residency: Northwestern University Medical School Fellowship: McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1978; American College of Rheumatology, 1980 Professional Highlights: Recently certified in Bone Densitometry by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry; Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology; Teaching of medical residents and medical students in the subspecialty of Rheumatology, Arthritis and Connective Tissue diseases. Midwest Orthopaedic Institute 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000

Bryan M. Kruskol, DO Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: Essure tubal occlusion; female urology, gynecological surgery, endometrial ablation Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Loyola University Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: 2005 Professional Highlights: Prairie Point Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ltd. 1675 Bethany Road, Suite C Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 899-8080

Willam C. Kruzan, DDS Specialty: Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Medical Special Interest: Dental Implants Medical School: University of Illinois - Michael Reese Hospital Residency: University of Illinois - Michael Reese Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: Board Certification: American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Professional Highlights: Kruzan & Kloberdanz DDS Ltd. 1406 Sycamore Road DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-0633 2580 Foxfield Road, Suite 100 St. Charles, IL 60174 (630) 377-7077

Michael Kulisz, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center Residency: Chicago Osteopathic Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Sandy M. Kwak, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine, Rootstown, Ohio, 1992 Residency: University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 1996 (Diagnostic Radiology) Fellowship: University of California San Diego Medical Center/VA Medical Center, San Diego, California, 1997 (Musculoskeletal Radiology) Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Dr. Kwak enjoys running, playing tennis, and skiing. She is a member of the Society of Skeletal Radiology, the American College of Radiology, the Radiological Society of North America, the American Roentgen Ray Society, and the Society of Computed Body Tomography & Magnetic Resonance. An expert in musculoskeletal pathology and sports medicine, she has been practicing for 12 years and previously worked at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Her fellowship was under Dr. Donald Resnick, a world renowned musculoskeletal radiologist at the University of California, San Diego, which has one of the best MSK fellowship programs in the country. Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

John F. Lacart, MD Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois, Chicago and Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medicial College Residency: Northwestern University, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, St. Francis, and Lutheran General Hospital Fellowship: Northwestern University Joined Staff: Board Certification: Professional Highlights: was Chief resident at both Children’s Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Memorial hospital Midwest Orthopedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000 207 E. Church (Rt. 34), Suite A Sandwich, IL 60178 (815) 786-6000

James Lee, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Breast MRI, MRI Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Neil B. Levin, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine, Chicago Residency: Harrison Hospital, Mt. Clemens, Mich. Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1989 Board Certification: Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: Intitiated Podiatry staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in 1989 (first Podiatrist on staff); Fellow of American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and American Professional Wound Care Association; Associate of International College of Podiatric Laser Surgery, American College of Podiatric Sports Medicine, American Podiatric Medical Association, American Public Health Association, American Running & Fitness Association. Family Podiatry 1675 Bethany Road, Suite B Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 899-2575

Photine Liakos, MD, FAAOS Specialty: Orthopedics Medical Special Interest: Foot & ankle surgery, sports injuries, reconstructive surgery of the foot & ankle Medical School: Washington University Residency: Washington University/Barnes Hospital Fellowship: Foot & Ankle, Washington University Joined Staff: 1998 Board Certification: 2000 Professional Highlights: A fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; Team physician for Kishwaukee Community College Midwest Orthopaedic Institute, SC 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-0000

Thomas C. Liske, MD Specialty: Pulmonology Medical Special Interest: All types on pulmonary medical care; expertise with ventilator-dependent patients. Medical School: Loyola University, Chicago Residency: Hines Veteran Administration Hospital, Maywood, Ill. Fellowship: Hines Veteran Administration Hospital, Maywood, Ill. Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Diplomate American Board of Internal Medicine,1977; Sub-specialty Board of Pulmonary Medicine, 1983 Professional Highlights: Foxland Respiratory Consultants 831 East Sandhurst Drive, Suite 2 Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-3060

Gregg Lloyd, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Emergency Medicine Medical School: University of Tennessee Residency: Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 815.756.1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 815.786.8484

James P. Locher, Jr., MD, FACS Specialty: Surgery, Thoracic Medical Special Interest: Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery, Trans-Myocardial Revascularization; Maze Procedure; Minimally Invasive Vein Harvesting; Off Pump Bypass Surgery Medical School: University of Tennessee-Memphis College of Medicine Residency: Roanoke Memorial Hospital, University of Virginia Health Sciences Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Surgery; American Board of Thoracic Surgery Professional Highlights: Fellow, American College of Surgeons; Society of Thoracic Surgeons; Southern Thoracic Surgical Society; Medical Director of Cardiovascular Surgery at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center The Rockford Surgical Service 5668 East State Street Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 397-7900

Abraham N. Lotan, MD Specialty: ENT - Otolaryngology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: School of Medicine, Technion, Haifa, Israel Residency: Loyola University Medical Center Fellowship: University of Colorado Medical Center Joined Staff: 1983 Board Certification: 1983 Professional Highlights: Northern Illinois ENT Specialists 2535 W. Bethany Road, Suite 200 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8106

Rogér H. Maillefer, MD Specialty: Surgery, General Medical Special Interest: Bariatrics, Advanced Laparscopic Thoracic and Endoscopic Medical School: University of Illinois Medical School, Chicago, IL Residency: Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1998 Board Certification: 2000 Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3500

Pushpa K. Mamtani, MD, FACP Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Adolescent & Pediatric Medicine Medical School: M.S. University Residency: St. Louis City Hospital & Raymond Blank Memorial Hospital for Children, Iowa Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, 1985 Professional Highlights: Partners in Children’s Health 2550 Hauser Ross Drive, Suite 350 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 754-5010 10003 US Route 30 Waterman, IL 60556 (815) 264-3484

Bob A. Manam, MD Specialty: Infectious Disease Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Guntur/Siddhartha Medical School Residency: Fellowship: University of IL at Chicago UIC Infectious Disease (1991) Joined Staff: Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease Professional Highlights: Fox Valley Medical Associates 2020 Ogden, Suite 140 Aurora, IL 60504 (630) 851-1144

Satya P. Manam, MD Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Regional Anesthesia Medical School: Andhra Medical College Residency: Loyola University Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology Professional Highlights: Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Ramon Marquez, MD Specialty: Psychiatry Medical Special Interest: Adult General Psychiatry, Consult and Liason Psychiatry for hospital inpatients Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago Residency: University of Illinois Hospital, Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Professional Highlights: Foroutan and Associates 2111 Midlands Court, Suite 202 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 756-4531 1310 North Main Street, Suite 205 Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 756-4531

Steven M. Mates, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Emergency Medicine Medical School: University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 815.756.1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 815.786.8484

John C. Maynard, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Unversity of Illinois, Chicago Residency: Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI Fellowship: Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI Joined Staff: Board Certification: Nephrology and Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Nephrology and Internal Medicine Rockford Nephrology Associates 612 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 227-8300

M. Ishaqe Memon, MD Specialty: Oncology (Medical & Hematology) Medical Special Interest: Breast cancer, lung, prostate and colon cancer; Medical Oncology, Hematology, Lymphoma, Coagulopathy, Multiple Myeloma Medical School: Sind Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan Residency: Yale-New Haven Medical Center, Connecticut Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology, 2001; American Board of Internal Medicine, Oncology, 2002 Professional Highlights: Has been practicing for four years and previously on staff at Edward Hospital, Naperville; Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove; and Mercy Health System, Janesville, Wis. Kishwaukee Cancer Care Center 9 Health Services Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-5255

Robert L. Minor, Jr., MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Consultative, Interventional and Noninvasive Cardiology Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine Residency: University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa Fellowship: Internal Medicine and Cardiology: University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovasular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology; Fellow with the Amercian College of Cardiology; Director of Cardiac Cath Lab at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Jehangir P. Mistry, MD Specialty: General Practice Medical Special Interest: Type II Diabetes, Hypertension, Minor surgery Medical School: St. Xavier’s College, India; T.N. Medical College, India Residency: St. Joseph Hospital, Chicago, IL Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1987 Board Certification: 1981 Professional Highlights: Assistant Clinical Professor, Chicago Medical College Medical Arts Center 2535 West Bethany Road, Suite 107 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 756-6611

Kristin A. Mock, MD Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Family medicine, Holistic family care, Women’s health, Alternative therapies and Obstetrics Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Residency: University of Washington Medical Center-Roosevelt Family Medicine Center, Anesthesia; Cedar Rapids Medical Education Program, Family Practice Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2000 Board Certification: 2001, American Board of Family Medicine Professional Highlights: American Board of Family Medicine, 2001 Kishwaukee Medical Associates 954 W. State St. Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-9144

Mark Mondul, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatry Medicine Residency: Community Hospital of Ottawa Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2005 Board Certification: American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: Fox Valley Foot & Ankle 2401 Kaneville Road, Suite 6 Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 232-1013

Michael J. Monfils, MD Specialty: Surgery, General Medical Special Interest: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Reflux, Colon Disease and Hernias, Diseases of the Breast, Breast Cancer Surgery Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL Residency: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: 2003 Professional Highlights: Medical Arts Center 2535 West Bethany Road, Suite 200 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-3500

Bhagavatlal A. Morker, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Bariatric Medicine (obesity), Diabetes,Infectious Disease and Endocrinology Medical School: Government Medical College, Surat, India Residency: Meridia Huron Hospital, Cleveland, OH Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1994 Board Certification: 1993 Professional Highlights: Board certified in Internal Medicine and Bariatric Medicine DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3400

Janet Moy, DO Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Regional Anesthesia Medical School: University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences Residency: Illinois Masonic Medical Center & Loyola University Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology Professional Highlights: Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993

Gregory G. Neri, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Interventional Radiology Medical School: Medical College of Ohio Residency: MetroHealth Center Fellowship: Northwestern Memorial Hospital Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Mark A. Nessim, MD, JD Specialty: Anesthesiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (Urbana-Champaign) Residency: Rush-Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Anesthesiology Professional Highlights: Anesthesia Associates, Ltd. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8993 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Paul H. Nguyen, MD, MS Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Clinical Cardiology, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Heart Failure, Health Status Outcomes Research, and Women's Health Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine, 1997 Residency: Mercy Hospital & Medical Center, Chicago Fellowship: University of Missouri, Kansas City and Mid-American Heart Institute Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2004; American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Diseases, 2007 Professional Highlights: Director of Heart Failure, Director of Electrophysiology, 2006-2008 (developed EP Program); Founder of the Electrophysiology Research Dept., Founder of Research Scholarship Program, Provena Saint Joseph Hospital. Dr. Nguyen is the primary investigator on four clinical studies evaluating the psychosocial impact of device therapy. Elite Cardiology Solutions LLC 2560 Hauser Ross Drive, Suite 450 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-7700

Asim Nisar, MD Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Cardiology & cardiovascular diseases, Peripheral vascular disease. Medical School: King Edward Medical College, Pakistan Residency: Sinai Hospital, Detroit Fellowship: Barnes Hospital, St. Louis Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease, 1985; Internal Medicine, 1983; Critical Care; Interventional Cardiology Professional Highlights: Board certified in interventional cardiology, critical care medicine, internal medicine and echocardiography Cardiac and Vascular Specialists 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 203 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8320 915 Center Street, Suite 2001 Elgin, IL 60120 (847) 931-4200

Andrew P. Oleksyn, DO Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Midwestern University - CCOM Residency: Midwestern University - CCOM Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Eligible - American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Jennifer J. Pacaccio, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: General Foot and Ankle Pathology, Foot and Ankle Trauma, Pediatric Foot Pathology Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatry Medicine Residency: Inova Fairfax Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Qualified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: Three year Surgical Training at Level 1 Trauma Center, Chief of Plastic Surgery Department Limb Salvage Team at Georgetown University Hospital Advanced Foot & Ankle Surgeons 2180 Oakland Place, Unit A Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 669-4811 88 West Countryside Parkway, Suite D Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 352-3700

Douglas J. Pacaccio, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery, Peripheral Nerve, Limb Salvage, Pediatric Foot and Congenital Deformities Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Residency: Inova Fairfax Hospital Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Qualified, American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: Co-Founder, Board of Directors and Chairman of Foot and Ankle for MedShape Solutions, Inc. Advanced Foot & Ankle Surgeons 88 West Countryside Parkway, Suite D Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 352-3700 2180 Oakland Place, Unit A Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 669-4811

Jagdish R. Patel, MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Cardiovascular disease; Nuclear cardiology; and Advanced echocardiography including transesophageal echocardiogram Medical School: South Gujarat University, India Residency: Internal Medicine, United Medical Center, New Jersey Fellowship: Cardiovascular Disease, University of Medicine and Dentistry, New Jersey; Nuclear Cardiology & Advanced Echocardiography, Deborah Heart and Lung Institute, New Jersey Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: Internal Medicine, 1990; Cardiovascular Disease and Nuclear Cardiology, 1993 Professional Highlights: Practiced at DeKalb Clinic and was on staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital for 11 years. Kishwaukee Cardiology Associates 2550 Hauser-Ross Drive, Suite 100 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 748-7076 Kishwaukee Cardiology Associates 1310 North Main Street, Suite 106 Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-7076

Yogesh J. Patel, DO Specialty: Gastroenterology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: Lutheran General Hospital Fellowship: Lutheran General Hospital Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: 302 Randall Rd., Ste. 308 Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 208-7388

Rakesh N. Patel, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Care and Treatment of Adult Specific Diseases, Wellness and Disease Prevention Medical School: M.P. Shah Medical College Residency: Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center, New Jersey Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: 2002 Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic North 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3400

Pramod N. Patel, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Forefoot reconstruction surgery, Sports Medicine, Diabetic Wound Care Medical School: Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Cleveland Residency: Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Washington, DC; Saints Mary & Elizabeth Medical Center, Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: Eligible, American Board of Podiatric Surgery Professional Highlights: Surgical Training at Saints Mary & Elizabeth Medical Center, Chicago; Diagnosis and treatment of wide variety of foot problems and deformities, including vast experience with diabetic pathologies Dr. Pramod Patel, DPM, Foot & Angkle Physician and Surgeon 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3500

Bindu Pavithran, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Kerala Medical College, Trivandrum, India Residency: Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PN Fellowship: University of Kentucky Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: Board Certified in Nephrology & Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Nephrology Associates of Northern Illinois / Indiana 650 Dakota Street, Suite C Crystal Lake, IL 60012-3744 (815) 301-1001

Earle M. Pescatore, Jr., DO, FACOG Specialty: Gynecology Medical Special Interest: Minimally invasive gynecological surgery , pelvic floor, incontinence, interstital cystitis Medical School: NOVA Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine Residency: David Grant USAF Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology Professional Highlights: 2007 Delnor's Osteopathic Medical Society, Physician of the Year Rock Valley Women's Health Center 6861 Villagreen View Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 637-6200

David S. Phillips, MD Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Child and newborn care, Adolescent medicine Medical School: Wayne State University Residency: Medical College of Virginia Hospitals Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2003 Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, 1990 & 1997; Board Certified by the National Board of Medican Examiners Professional Highlights: DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3450

John M. Plotke, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (Chicago) Medicine Residency: Rush-Presbyterain-St Lukes Medical Center (Illinois) Radiology, Diagnostic Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert; AM Board of Radiology - Neuroradiology - Subspecialty Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Saira Rana, MD Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Special Interest: Adolescent Gynecology, Obstetrics Infertility and menopausal medicine Medical School: Fatima Jinnah Medical College, Pakistan Residency: University of Illiniois, Chicago, and Geisinger Medical Center (Pennsylvania) Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Eligible Professional Highlights: Member, American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology; Chosen American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists as Resident With Best Laparoscopic Skills at Geisinger Medical Center; Performs Laparoscopic hyterectomies at KCH DeKalb Clinic Chartered - North 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3350

Krishna Reddy, MD, MBA Specialty: Pathology Medical Special Interest: Surgical pathology, Cytology laboratory management, Continuing education Medical School: Kurnool Medical College, AP, India Residency: Pathology - University of Illinois - Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1977 Board Certification: 1975 Professional Highlights: Reddy Medical Consultation Services, Ltd. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Kavitha P. Reddy, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: International / Disaster Medicine Medical School: University of Missouri School of Medicine (Kansas City) Residency: University of Illinois - Chicago Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484 One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521

Khalid M. Riaz, MD Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: King Edward Medical College, Pakistan Residency: Cook County Hospital, Illinois Fellowship: Cook County Hospital, Illinois Joined Staff: 2007 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, General, 1978; American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, 1979 Professional Highlights: Cardiac and Vascular Specialists 915 Center Street, Suite 2001 Elgin, IL 60120 (847) 931-4200 5 Kish Hospital Drive, Suite 203 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 748-8320

Nancy E. Rifenburg, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Musculoskeletal MRI, MR and CT Body Imaging Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine (Illinois) Medicine Residency: Loyola University Fellowship: Northwestern McGaw-Evanston, Feinberg School of Medicine Magnetic Resonance Imaging Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology - General Cert Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Michael J. Robertson, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois, Chicago Residency: University of Illinois, Chicago Fellowship: University of Illinois, Chicago Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Internal Medicine and Nephrology Professional Highlights: Rockford Nephrology Associates 612 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 227-8300

Karol J. Rosner, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois Hospital Residency: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Fellowship: Northwestern University Medical Center Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: AM Board of Nephrology; American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Nephrology Associates of Northern Illinois / Indiana 650 Dakota Street, Suite C Crystal Lake, IL 60012-3744 (815) 301-1001

Arnon E. Rubin, MD Specialty: Pulmonology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Chicago-Pritzker School of Medicine Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Sleep Medicine, AM Board of Internal Medicine with Subspecialty Certifications in Critical Care and Pulmonary Disease Professional Highlights: Suburban Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, LTD 700 East Ogden Avenue, Suite 202 Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 789-9785 Suburban Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, LTD 302 Randall Road, Suite 309 Geneva, IL 60134 (630) 232-0202

Catherine A. Ruetten, MD, FAAFP Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Women’s Healthcare, Pediatrics, General Medical Care Medical School: Chicago Medical School Residency: University of Illinois Peoria/Rockford Fellowship: Member of the American Academy of Family Physicians Joined Staff: 1994 Board Certification: 1994, 2000 and 2006, Family Medicine Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Family Medicine, 1994, 2000 Kishwaukee Medical Associates 954 W. State St. Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-9144

Timothy J. Ruetten, MD Specialty: Family Practice Medical Special Interest: Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics Medical School: Rush Medical School Residency: University of Illinois, Peoria/Rockford Fellowship: Joined Staff: 1994 Board Certification: 1994, 2000 and 2006, Family Medicine Professional Highlights: Kishwaukee Medical Associates 954 W. State St. Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-9144

Orest P. Rywak, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School Residency: Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: AM Board of Emergency Medicine Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, SC One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 E. Pleasant Ave. Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Jagdeep Sabharwal, MD, FACC Specialty: Cardiology Medical Special Interest: Consultative, Interventional and Noninvasive Cardiology Medical School: University of Illinois at Chicago Residency: Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan Fellowship: Cardiology: Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan; Internal Medicine: University of Illinois at Chicago Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology; Fellow with the American College of Cardiology DeKalb Clinic Chartered 1850 Gateway Drive Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-8671 x3200 Rockford Cardiology 444 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 398-3000

Manav K. Salwan, MD Specialty: Internal Medicine Medical Special Interest: Preventive medicine, diabetes, hypertension, cardiology, geriatrics, obesity and weight management, stress management and wellness Medical School: MR Medical College/Gulbarga University, 2000 Residency: NEOUCOM/Forum Health in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Michael-Reese Hospital/University of Illinois-Chicago in Internal Medicine Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Hospitalist at CDH and Swedish American Hospitals covering all units Advanced Internal Medicine of Northern Illinois 2540 Hauser-Ross Drive, Suite 275 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 758-4189

Savitharani Sampath, MD Specialty: Pediatrics Medical Special Interest: Infectious Diseases, Asthma, Primary & Preventative Pediatrics Medical School: Coimbatore Medical College Residency: John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2009 Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics Professional Highlights: Children's Health Care Center 625 East Bethany Road, Suite 201 DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 758-5100

Krishna Sankaran, MD Specialty: Nephrology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Rockford Residency: Illinois Masonic, Chicago Fellowship: Northwestern University School of Medicine Joined Staff: Board Certification: Nephrology and Internal Medicine Professional Highlights: Board Certified in Nephrology and Internal Medicine Rockford Nephrology Associates 612 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 227-8300

Deborah A. Schiappa, DO Specialty: Infectious Disease Medical Special Interest: Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C infection, HIV care, hospital acquired infections and antibiotic resistance in bacteria Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University Residency: Rush University in Chicago Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2006 Board Certification: Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease Professional Highlights: She has served as assistant professor of Medicine at the University of Illinois. Germbusters, PC 1555 Barrington Road, Suite 4100 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 (847) 781-1790

Amy J. Schroeder, DPM Specialty: Podiatry Medical Special Interest: Sports Medicine, General Podiatry, Foot & Ankle Trauma Medical School: Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Residency: JFK Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2010 Board Certification: American Board of Podiatric Surgery Eligible Professional Highlights: Been in practice since 2008, previously in St. Louis. Dr. Tina Starkweather, DPM Foot & Ankle Physician and Surgeon 2560 Hauser-Ross Drive, Suite 400 Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 899-3338 54 West Countryside Parkway, Suite B Yorkville, IL 60560 (630) 553-4855

Laura S. Schulze, MD Specialty: Emergency Medicine Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine Residency: Christ Hospital and Medical Center Fellowship: Joined Staff: 2004 Board Certification: Yes Professional Highlights: Doctors of Emergency Medicine, S.C. One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Bernard G. Schupbach, MD Specialty: Radiology Medical Special Interest: Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine (Illinois) Medicine Residency: Loyola University of Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine (Illinois) Internal Medicine Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center - Chicago, Illinois Radiology Radiology, Diagnostic Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: AM Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology; Vascular & Interventional Radiology, Neuroradiology - Subspecialty Certification Professional Highlights: Aurora Radiology Consultants One Kish Hospital Drive DeKalb, IL 60115 (815) 756-1521 11 East Pleasant Avenue Sandwich, IL 60548 (815) 786-8484

Joseph M. Scianna, MD Specialty: ENT - Otolaryngology Medical Special Interest: Sinus and Allergy Disorders, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Balloon Sinuplasty, Palatal Implants, Computer Image Guided Surgery, Immunotherapy including Sublingual Therapy, Surgical Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Pedatric ENT Medical School: Loyola University Medical Center Residency: Loyola University Medical Center; Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center; Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Joined Staff: 2008 Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery