Our Doctors

Elissa Affeld, LSW

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | January 5, 2026

Elissa Affeld, became a Licensed Social Worker with the goal of being the support she once needed herself. This personal motivation guides her compassionate, client-centered approach, focused on creating a … Read more

Minaxi Vora, MD

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | April 10, 2026

Dr. Minaxi Vora is a board-trained pediatrician with advanced fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology, offering specialized, compassionate care for children with acute and chronic medical needs. With a strong focus … Read more

Jennifer Pavlinac, FNP-C

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | May 12, 2026

Jennifer Pavlinac became a provider to optimize high-quality patient-centered care within her community. She believes in evidence-based practice to improve outcomes while keeping her patient’s preferences at the forefront of … Read more

Sheena Wilkins, FNP-C

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | May 12, 2026

Sheena Wilkins became a provider because she found fulfillment in providing quality patient care. She enjoys helping patients recover from illnesses, educating them on acute and chronic conditions and supporting … Read more

Christelle Deery, FNP-BC

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | June 30, 2026

Christelle Deery earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the Philippines. After passing the local licensure exam, she moved permanently to USA to begin a career in nursing. Deery got … Read more

Dr. Gabrielle Kasarda, DDS

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | June 30, 2026

Dr. Gabrielle Kasarda became a dentist because she loves working with people and was inspired by the positive dental care that she received as a child. That experience, combined with … Read more

Austre Medina, BCFNP

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | June 30, 2026

Austre Medina became a nurse because she wanted to help others. She obtained her associate science of nursing degree (ASN), but I didn’t stop there. Three years later, she received … Read more

Marylou Cervantes, FNP-C

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | July 29, 2026

Marylou became a Family Nurse Practitioner after witnessing firsthand the difference compassionate, knowledgeable healthcare providers can make. Her experiences as a registered nurse, combined with supporting loved ones through complex … Read more

Charae Bland, LSW

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | July 29, 2026

Charae became a mental health therapist because of her lifelong passion for helping others grow, heal, and overcome life’s challenges. Driven by compassion, curiosity about human well-being, and a desire … Read more