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Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health At NorthShore Health, we understand that behavioral health is integral to overall well-being. Our comprehensive services support individuals in navigating emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. Whether you’re managing ... Read more

Soyong Lee, MD

Dr. Lee chose to become a family physician because She deeply values the concept of continuity of care and the opportunity to serve patients across all stages of life. During ... Read more

Valentin Drezaliu, MD

Dr. Drezaliu wanted to be a surgeon since childhood and is a healthcare provider with many passions. He loves diving into physics, chemistry, and biology and has a great deal ... Read more

Stress and Mindfulness for the Holidays

Holidays and winter months can be extremely stressful; over 80% of people find the holidays “stressful” or “very stressful”, but why? Join us this month to discuss the importance of ... Read more

Crystal Strickland, MD

Dr. Strickland has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Above all else, she enjoys getting to know her patients and values the long-lasting relationships that are created. She prides ... Read more

Art for Wellness – Expressing Yourself

The goal of this session is to create a safe and supportive space for you to express yourself creatively. Led by a Peer Support Specialist, using a variety of materials ... Read more

Medications for Diabetes: Pharmacist Q & A

Understanding medication management can help take the stress out of living with diabetes. This session, join a NorthShore pharmacist to help you understand the importance of your medications, how to ... Read more

Leaf and Mirror – Learn How Reading Helps Your Overall Health

Research shows that reading as little as 6 minutes a day can reduce your stress levels by 60%, reducing your heart rate and easing muscle tension. Reading is also good ... Read more

Analise Castro, LSW

Analise graduated with a bachelor’s in social work before continuing her education and pursue her master’s in social work from Indiana University Northwest. She recognized the positive impact mental health ... Read more

Megan E. App, MD

Dr. App aspired to become a physician since she was 10 years old. At the time, her 2-month-old brother suffered from hernias. Luckily, she had a neighbor, a female physician, ... Read more

Roxanne Rebeccca Coria, LSW. Licensed Social Worker, Specialty: Mental Health

Roxanne Rebeccca Coria, LCSW

Roxanne became a therapist/social worker to fulfill a much-needed gap she observed in mental health care. She saw a need to help people navigate through challenging family dynamics. She prides ... Read more

Shannon Markle, CNM

Shannon graduated from Indiana University with a nursing degree and went on to work as a labor and delivery nurse for 15 years. During that time, she recognized a need ... Read more

Ijaz Ahmad, MD

Dr. Ahmad considers being a physician a privilege: being able to help and support patients during their most vulnerable times. As a physician, he aspires to help others and make ... Read more

Art for Wellness

The goal of this session is to create a safe and supportive space for you to express yourself creatively. Led by a Peer Support Specialist, using a variety of materials ... Read more

Leaf and Mirror – How Reading Impacts Your Emotional Health

Research shows that reading as little as 6 minutes a day can reduce your stress levels by 60% by reducing your heart rate and easing muscle tension. Reading is also ... Read more

Alex Olson, PMHNP

Alex has had a life-long interest in relationships between the brain, mind, and behavior. This interest is what led him to pursue a career as a psychiatric mental health nurse ... Read more

Lisa Varnado, FNP

Lisa knew from a young age that she wanted to be in a field that allowed her to care for others. She pursued her Master of Science in Nursing and ... Read more

Gabrielle Chandler, DNP, CNM

Gabrielle received her Doctorate of Nursing in Midwifery from the University of Chicago. She decided to become a Certified Nurse Midwife for the opportunity to support women through the various ... Read more

Art For Wellness – How Art Helps Your Overall Health

The goal of this session is to create a safe and supportive space for you to express yourself creatively. Led by a Peer Support Specialist, using a variety of materials ... Read more

Diabetic Diner – Gastrointestinal Health

Did you know that your gastrointestinal, or GI, health is important when managing type 2 diabetes? Good GI health is important for everyone, but for those living with diabetes, it ... Read more

Diabetic Diner – Gastrointestinal Health & Diabetes

Did you know that your gastrointestinal, or GI, health is important when managing type 2 diabetes? Good GI health is important for everyone, but for those living with diabetes, it ... Read more

Diabetic Diner – Gastrointestinal Health & Diabetes

Did you know that your gastrointestinal, or GI, health is important when managing type 2 diabetes? Good GI health is important for everyone, but for those living with diabetes, it ... Read more

Leaf & Mirror – Learn How Reading Helps Your Overall Health

Research shows that reading as little as 6 minutes a day can reduce your stress levels by 60% by reducing your heart rate and easing muscle tension. Reading is also ... Read more

Leaf & Mirror – Learn How Reading Helps Your Overall Health

Research shows that reading as little as 6 minutes a day can reduce your stress levels by 60% by reducing your heart rate and easing muscle tension. Reading is also ... Read more

Leaf & Mirror – Learn How Reading Helps Your Overall Health

Research shows that reading as little as 6 minutes a day can reduce your stress levels by 60% by reducing your heart rate and easing muscle tension. Reading is also ... Read more

Meredith Krogh, FNP

Meredith has been working in healthcare for the past 12 years and became a Family Nurse Practitioner to broaden her scope of practice and offer more services to her patients. ... Read more

Mental Health Wellness Series – Experiencing a Crisis, Help For Yourself and Others

This week’s session will cover how to provide and ask for help. We will review the signs and symptoms to look for when mental health challenges are worsening as well ... Read more

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Mental Health Wellness Series – Stress & Mindfulness

Everyone experiences stress on some level. Join us as we discuss what stress does to our bodies and some simple tools and tips to help better manage stress. You will ... Read more

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Mental Health Wellness Series: Intro to Mental Health

This session will go over some basic facts about mental health challenges, such as trauma and substance use disorder. We will discover recognizing risk factors, signs and symptoms, as well ... Read more

Stay Hydrated & Healthy This Summer

Hydration in the Heat: Avoid Dehydration this Summer Summer is a great time of year to enjoy being outdoors! The best way to beat the summer heat is to stay ... Read more

Jillian Mlinarcik-Jackson, DC

Dr. Jillian Mlinarcik-Jackson’s relationship with chiropractic began when she started struggling with chronic migraines as a teenager. She was amazed at the difference chiropractic medicine made in the treatment of ... Read more

Brian Dortmund, LSW

Brian Dortmund has been working as an artist, educator and now a therapist to enrich the lives of others through art and therapeutic practices for many years. The mental health ... Read more

Sharon Greiner, CNM

Sharon started her journey in healthcare as a young child by volunteering in nursing homes during the summers. During this time, she realized that one day she would become a ... Read more

Jessica D Oppolo, CNM

Jessica is a Certified Nurse-Midwife who has spent 19 years in the field of nursing. She has experience in postpartum, lactation, newborn and special care nursery, but her primary focus ... Read more

Kevin Hineman, PA-C

Kevin Hineman received his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Mount Union. Prior to joining NorthShore, he volunteered at UH Portage Emergency Medical Center and contributed to ... Read more

Lauren Turke, PMHNP

Lauren began her nursing career in cardiac critical care, where she gained experience caring for patients with complicated medical issues. She later transferred to a psychiatric and chemical dependency unit, ... Read more

Michael D Foster, MD

Dr. Foster brings over 25 years of experience practicing outpatient and inpatient mental health in the state of Indiana, with a focus on adults with chronic mental illnesses, and developmental ... Read more

Sarah Bruce, LDH

Sarah became fascinated with teeth at a young age and loved learning anything and everything she could about them. In high school, she started a co-op program which cemented her ... Read more

Tiphne Sharpe, CNM

Tiphne Sharpe has cultivated her passion for Women’s Health over the past 20 years, first starting as a Labor and Delivery Nurse in 2003. In 2013, Sharpe decided to advance ... Read more

Valerie Allmon, CNM

Valerie became a midwife to empower women during their pregnancy and birth. She wanted to provide the best care that is evidenced based. She also values shared decision making to ... Read more

Jaclyn Petrov, CNM

Jaclyn is an experienced midwife and completed her Midwifery degree at Frontier Nursing University in 2018. Prior to midwifery, Jackie spent time as a labor and delivery nurse in Central ... Read more

Nurses Week 2024

Each year, from May 6th-12th, we recognize nurses for their service to the healthcare community and their dedication to improving the lives of their patients. In honor of National Nurses ... Read more

Not All Fur & Games

It’s Not All Fur & Games…It’s Also Health Benefits It’s no secret people love their animals. There are entire industries dedicated to helping showcase if we’re a “dog mom,” a ... Read more

Gardening for Good Health!

Gardening Isn’t Just For Green Thumbs Spring is here and so is the ability to get outdoors and enjoy being in nature a bit more. We know being outside can ... Read more

Step Up Your Diabetic Care

When it comes to managing diabetes, it’s important to pay attention to every aspect of your health, including your feet. Often overlooked, foot care is an essential part of diabetic ... Read more

Budgeting Basics with Inner Mission: Learning How to Budget

We know that sometimes taking care of our health takes a backseat when so many other things are on our minds. Our mental health, specifically, can be impacted when we ... Read more

Diabetic Diner: Stress and Diabetes

After an overview of the basics of diabetes, join us as we discuss how stress impacts diabetes and how diabetes impacts stress, including how stress effects your A1C and blood ... Read more

Diabetic Diner: Stress and Diabetes

After an overview of the basics of diabetes, join us as we discuss how stress impacts diabetes and how diabetes impacts stress, including how stress effects your A1C and blood ... Read more

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Diabetic Diner: Stress and Diabetes

After an overview of the basics of diabetes, join us as we discuss how stress impacts diabetes and how diabetes impacts stress, including how stress effects your A1C and blood ... Read more

Eye Health for the Whole Body

You may have heard the saying that the eyes are windows to the soul. But did you know your eyes are also a window into your overall health? Comprehensive eye exams go ... Read more

Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates, OGA

In March 2024, Obstetrical and Gynecological Associates, OGA, joined forces with NorthShore Health Centers to provide an even more comprehensive healthcare experience for women in Northwest Indiana. OGA, led by ... Read more

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Mobile Unit

Wellness on Wheels NorthShore Health Centers is bringing healthcare to you! Wellness on Wheels, our state-of-the art mobile clinic, offers quality, affordable primary care services to our vulnerable populations in ... Read more

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Wellness Works

Wellness Works The Wellness Works Program helps organizations lower healthcare costs for both employees and employers. Through the company’s existing insurance plan, employees can access additional cost-saving benefits when using ... Read more

Pablo E. Chagoya, MD

Dr. Chagoya is a board-certified pediatrician and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago. He is passionate about working with children and considers it a privilege to care ... Read more

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Heart Health & Stress Management – How Stress Impacts Our Health

Join us to learn more about how stress impacts not just your mental health, but your heart health as well. We’ll discuss exactly what stress is, why we experience stress, ... Read more

Virtual Clinic

Virtual Care NorthShore Virtual Clinic Virtual care allows patients to discuss medical concerns with a provider through video conference. Patients receive a diagnosis and treatment plan for mild to moderate ... Read more

Virtual Clinic

NorthShore Virtual Clinic Virtual care allows patients to discuss medical concerns with a provider through video conference. Patients receive a diagnosis and treatment plan for mild to moderate illnesses and ... Read more

Walking For Health Benefits

You don’t have to walk 500 miles, and then walk 500 more miles to get the health benefits from walking. According to The Heart Association as little as 150 minutes of brisk ... Read more

Budgeting Basics with Inner Mission: Learning How to Budget

We know that sometimes taking care of our health takes a backseat when so many other things are on our minds. Our mental health, specifically, can be impacted when we ... Read more

Diabetic Diner: Stress and Diabetes

After an overview of the basics of diabetes, join us as we discuss how stress impacts diabetes and how diabetes impacts stress, including how stress effects your A1C and blood ... Read more

Diabetic Diner: Stress and Diabetes

After an overview of the basics of diabetes, join us as we discuss how stress impacts diabetes and how diabetes impacts stress, including how stress effects your A1C and blood ... Read more

Diabetic Diner: Stress and Diabetes

After an overview of the basics of diabetes, join us as we discuss how stress impacts diabetes and how diabetes impacts stress, including how stress effects your A1C and blood ... Read more

Weight Loss Level II: Focusing on Your Goals

Once you’ve started on your weight loss journey, it is important to stay motivated and informed! There is no one size fits all approach to a healthy weight, and this ... Read more

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NorthShore Virtual Clinic

Administration and Board Members

Committed to Care The Heart of NorthShore Strong leadership drives our mission at NorthShore. Our dedicated administration and board members guide our organization with expertise, vision, and a commitment to ... Read more

Careers

Join the NorthShore Health Center Team At NorthShore Health Centers, we’re more than just a workplace – we’re a mission-driven team committed to improving the health of our communities. Join ... Read more

Heart Health & Stress Management – How Stress Impacts Our Health

Join us to learn more about how stress impacts not just your mental health, but your heart health as well. We’ll discuss exactly what stress is, why we experience stress, ... Read more

Patient Portal

NorthShore Health Centers is proud to offer you access to our Patient Portal, a secure and easy-to-use Internet-based portal which simplifies communication with your Provider. Portal del Paciente disponible en ... Read more

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Podiatry

Podiatry NorthShore Health Centers now offers Podiatry services allowing our patients to be treated for foot and ankle disease, deformity or fracture. Our Podiatrists, located in Portage, Chesterton, Hammond, Merrillville and LaPorte have over 125 years combined ... Read more

What You Should Know About Corona Virus (COVID-19)

What You Should Know About Corona Virus (COVID-19) NorthShore Health Center continues to be a resource for COVID-19. Staying up-to-date with CDC guidelines, we continue to provide COVID-19 vaccinates and ... Read more

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Medication-Assisted Treatment

Frontline foundation substance abuse counseling NorthShore Health Centers now offers substance abuse counseling through Frontline Foundations. However, in some cases medication-assisted treatment (MAT) might be needed in addition to counseling ... Read more

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Family Practice

Family Practice NorthShore Health Centers Family Practice provides a wide range of healthcare services for acute and chronic health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma. Experienced doctors ... Read more

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Optometry

Optometry NorthShore Health Centers offers Optometry services at our Portage, Lake Station, Crown Point and Hammond clinics. Our Optometry Director and Lake Station Optometrist, Dr. Samuel Lemon, has extensive experience in the field of ... Read more

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Chiropractor

Chiropractic Care at NorthShore NorthShore Health Centers now offers Chiropractic services. Our chiropractors, located in Portage, Lake Station, Chesterton, and Hammond, are passionate about helping our patients overcome stress-related pain. Chiropractic services and treatment allow the ... Read more

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Electric and Vibration Therapy

Electric muscle stimulation is used to help reduce swelling Electric muscle stimulation is used to help reduce swelling, in turn, reduce chronic pain, and also accelerate the healing of tissue ... Read more

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Posture

Correct Posture with Chiropractic Care Do you suffer from chronic shoulder or back problems? Shoulder and back pain originally begin with stress put on the spine which causes vertebral subluxations ... Read more

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Sciatica

Sciatica is an inflammation of the sciatic nerve Do you suffer from pain, numbness, or tingling that travels down your leg and even into your foot? Most likely, this is ... Read more

Sinus Issues

Chiropractic care helps with sinuses Do you suffer from sinus issues that drag you down because you are constantly living with congestion? Nobody should have to live this way. Like ... Read more

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Headache Relief

Chiropractic care helps with headaches A headache should never be a normal part of life. Headaches are a symptom and our body’s way of telling us that something is wrong. ... Read more

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Stress

Fight-or-flight is our body’s response to stress Have you ever noticed that when you feel stressed, you also feel sick or run down? Oftentimes, sickness and stress go hand in ... Read more

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OB/GYN

OB/GYN Services in Indiana Women’s health services, including Obstetrics and gynecology at NorthShore Health Centers, are offered by experienced, board-certified obstetricians and collaborating nurse practitioners and midwives who bring complete ... Read more