Our Doctors

Kiessa Hamilton, LSW

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | January 3, 2025

Growing up, Kiessa always had a heart to help others. As she grew up, people were naturally drawn to her as someone to lean on. Kiessa faced her own struggles … Read more

Susan Lloyd-Merrick, PsyD

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | January 6, 2025

Dr. Susan Lloyd-Merrick is a licensed clinical psychologist and earned her Psy.D. from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2008. Her graduate training focused on the treatment of health … Read more

Alexa Noel, LDH

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | January 15, 2025

Alexa became a Dental Hygienist because she loved going to the dentist as a child. She enjoys helping patients keep their teeth and gums healthy. Seeing a happy patient’s smile at … Read more

Megan Maskell LDH, RDH

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | January 15, 2025

Megan has always enjoyed working with people and helping them. Dental hygiene has been a dream job of hers since she was in the 5th grade, and it is so … Read more

Allison Betts, PA-C

By anylen@northshorehealth.org | October 29, 2025

Allison Betts’ favorite part about working in women’s health is building trusting relationships with patients. She chose this field to help amplify women’s voices in medicine. She is passionate about … Read more

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