Sarah Fisher, DO
Dr. Fisher chose to specialize in psychiatry because it enables her to offer comprehensive and compassionate care, which she provides by recognizing the importance of biological, emotional, and lifestyle factors ... Read more
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Ericka D. Colakovic, NP
Ericka became a provider after seeing the need for more continuance of care. She spent time working in the ICU and Emergency Department as a nurse, and saw many people ... Read more
Rebecca Rushmore, LSW
Rebecca graduated with her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Indianapolis and went on to receive her Master of Social Work from IUPUI. She became a therapist to ... Read more
Stress & 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
Chat & Crafts – Safe Toy and Gift Giving
This month, Northshore is spreading the word about safe toys for kids. While we love to give our little one’s new experiences and gifts, it is important to keep everyone ... Read more
Kick the Habit: Tips for Quitting Smoking for Good
Every year, on the third Thursday of November, the Great American Smokeout encourages people to quit smoking, even if it’s just for a day. If you’ve been thinking about quitting, ... Read more
Emma Williams, DO
Emma was always interested in medicine, but her career path was solidified when she watched her younger twin sisters, born prematurely, receive life-saving care from medical professionals. Her interest was ... Read more
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, 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
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
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
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
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
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
Stephanie Fedorchak, LDH
From a young age, Stephanie knew that she wanted to pursue a profession that would allow her to help others. But, it was her parents constantly stressing the importance of ... 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
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
NorthShore 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Prenatal & Postpartum Care
Prenatal Care at NorthShore In addition to our board-certified Obstetricians, Gynecologists, Midwives, and Pediatricians, NorthShore has a team of experienced Labor and Delivery Nurses and Family Support Specialists on staff ... Read more
Pregnancy Testing
Pregnancy Testing at NorthShore NorthShore offers free pregnancy testing at all of our medical locations. If you suspect you are pregnant either due to a missed period or have early ... Read more
Centering Pregnancy
How It Works Centering group prenatal care follows the recommended schedule of 10 prenatal visits, but each visit is 90 minutes to two hours long – giving women 10x more ... Read more
3D/4D Ultrasound
3D/4D Ultrasound NorthShore Health Centers believes that seeing your baby in the womb should be an unforgettable experience – a time of bonding, captured by more than just static and ... Read more
Contraceptive Care
Birth Control Options at NorthShore There is a lot to be considered by women and men or couples when deciding which birth control method is the most suitable. Areas to ... Read more
STD Testing
STD Testing at NorthShore Are you sexually active? If so, getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases or STDs is a very important step in protecting your overall health. It is ... Read more
Individual Treatment
Treatment for your individual needs According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, substance abuse is a complex disease that affects brain function and behavior, but the good news is ... Read more
Group Counseling
NorthShore Support Group Therapy & Treatment According to the Mayo Clinic, support groups bring together people who are dealing with similar life situations and open the door for them to ... Read more
Art Recovery
Recovery through creativity According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, utilizing art in recovery can help patients express themselves in a non-verbal, imaginative, and creative manner. Activities with art can ... Read more
Music Recovery
Music-Based Recovery According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, music can help patients tap into emotions that can be difficult for them to otherwise express through traditional forms of communication. ... Read more