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Hanifa Waarith, NP, is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care in Hobart and LaPorte, Indiana. Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Hanifa brings a wealth of experience in family medicine, pain management, mental health, community health, and urgent care to the practice. 

With a Master of Science in Nursing from Lewis University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University of Calumet, Hanifa has a strong educational foundation. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Chicago State University. Her comprehensive training includes a fellowship program at WellNow Urgent Care, where she specialized in acute care with an emphasis on evidence-based practice.

At WellNow Urgent Care, Hanifa managed the daily care of patients, addressing both adult and pediatric acute illnesses and injuries. Her proficiency extends to performing physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests, managing medications, and conducting procedures such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage (I&D), and vaginal exams. She also performed Department of Transportation exams for CDL employee physicals and workers' compensation exams.

Hanifa has extensive experience managing a multitude of chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, diabetes, thyroid, asthma, chronic pain, and behavioral health issues like depression and anxiety. She is skilled in providing comprehensive care and educating patients and families on managing acute and chronic conditions. Hanifa holds American Heart Association certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and basic Life Support, is NIHSS certified, and is a certified medical examiner. 

Passionate about preventive medicine and mental health, Hanifa is committed to delivering exceptional patient care at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on her patients' lives by promoting health and wellness.

Richard Steslow, DO of South Naperville Family Practice, is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). DOs have a more holistic philosophy -- treating the person, not just the symptoms. Dr. Steslow is also on staff at Copley Memorial Hospital in Aurora, Illinois.

For over 24 years, Dr. Steslow has been healing families with comprehensive treatments in the Naperville and Aurora, Illinois areas. He “talks the talk and walks the walk,” as he never gives advice that he himself would never follow.
Dr. Steslow’s path to his medical career began at Benedictine University, in Lisle, Illinois. He went on to the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Chicago to become a doctor of osteopathic medicine, where he also completed his internship. Dr. Steslow finished his residency in family practice at Resurrection Hospital in Chicago.

With his medical experience encompassing the needs of the whole family, Dr. Steslow delivers quality, individualized care with the services he provides, such as nutritional counseling.

Dr. Steslow is an area local, having attended Marist High School and later Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois. When he is not with a patient, he loves running (having completed several half-marathons), organic gardening, and spending time with his family.

James Hawkins, DO, is a vein specialist certified by the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine, with over 30 years of experience. At Fox Valley Vein Centers, Dr. Hawkins serves patients living in and around Sandwich, Yorkville, and Aurora, Illinois.

Dr. Hawkins was born just outside of Chicago in Evergreen Park. He earned his undergraduate degree from Benedictine College, located in Lisle, Illinois, followed by his medical degree from the Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Hawkins then completed his subsequent residency at the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, located in Chicago.

Today, Dr. Hawkins is a registered vascular technologist and a registered physician in vascular interpretation. At Fox Valley Vein Centers, he offers effective solutions for several common vascular conditions, including spider veins and varicose veins. Dr. Hawkins routinely performs vein treatments, including sclerotherapy, ambulatory phlebectomy, and endovenous ablation using the VenaCure EVLT® system. 

Dr. Hawkins has been practicing in Sandwich, Plainfield, and Yorkville for over 20 years, and he is proud to serve his local community. He currently resides in Yorkville with his wife and seven children.

Dr. Teresa Pecherek- Rogers, MD received her medical degree from the Medical Academy of Warsaw in Poland. She completed her residency at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center, where she was Chief Resident. Dr. Rogers is a board-certified family physician with over 20 years experience in Family Medicine and Anti-Aging Holistic Medicine. She is an expert in weight loss and medical spa treatments.

She is on staff at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet and Edward Hospital in Naperville and Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital 

Dr. Rogers is warm, compassionate, and committed to teaching her patients the essentials of healthy living.

Partner with me:

The knowledge of family medicine and functional medicine gives me an advantage and powerful tools to help you with your medical problems.

I have created programs that will meet your individual needs and give  best results with your health conditions:

The possibility I am inventing for you and your life:
is to improve the quality of your life
You can count on me to:
teach you how to stay healthy to the best of my medical knowledge

I acknowledge you:
for being my patient
for giving me the opportunity to improve your health by implementing philosophy and teachings of conventional and anti-aging medical science.

Hanifa Waarith, NP, is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care in Hobart and LaPorte, Indiana. Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Hanifa brings a wealth of experience in family medicine, pain management, mental health, community health, and urgent care to the practice. 

With a Master of Science in Nursing from Lewis University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University of Calumet, Hanifa has a strong educational foundation. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Chicago State University. Her comprehensive training includes a fellowship program at WellNow Urgent Care, where she specialized in acute care with an emphasis on evidence-based practice.

At WellNow Urgent Care, Hanifa managed the daily care of patients, addressing both adult and pediatric acute illnesses and injuries. Her proficiency extends to performing physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests, managing medications, and conducting procedures such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage (I&D), and vaginal exams. She also performed Department of Transportation exams for CDL employee physicals and workers' compensation exams.

Hanifa has extensive experience managing a multitude of chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, diabetes, thyroid, asthma, chronic pain, and behavioral health issues like depression and anxiety. She is skilled in providing comprehensive care and educating patients and families on managing acute and chronic conditions. Hanifa holds American Heart Association certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and basic Life Support, is NIHSS certified, and is a certified medical examiner. 

Passionate about preventive medicine and mental health, Hanifa is committed to delivering exceptional patient care at Centers for Pain Control and Vein Care. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on her patients' lives by promoting health and wellness.

At Queen Of Hearts Cardiovascular & Family Healthcare, double board-certified cardiologist Stephanie Marshall, DO, FACOI, FACC, and her team provide high-quality cardiology to people ages 20 and older living in and around Merrillville, Indiana, and throughout Lake County.

The practice is conveniently located and serves patients throughout Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland area. The team takes a patient-centric approach to treatment, emphasizing heart-healthy living and disease prevention.

At Queen Of Hearts Cardiovascular & Family Healthcare, the team provides full-service cardiology care. They regularly diagnose and treat various cardiac illnesses, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, strokes, and congestive heart failure.

The team offers a wide range of specialized diagnostic tests, including electrocardiograms (EKG), echocardiograms, vascular studies, lab draws, and stress tests. They also provide more specialized care, including preoperative risk assessments and women’s heart health.

Using a combination of heart-healthy lifestyle changes, prescription medication, and preventive screenings, Queen Of Hearts Cardiovascular & Family Healthcare can help reduce your risk of heart disease and improve your quality of life.

Call Queen Of Hearts Cardiovascular & Family Healthcare to request an appointment or click the online booking feature today.

In 1999, Dr. Olson started Olson Chiropractic, Inc., focusing on chiropractic care and rehabilitation. In 2012 he expanded the clinic into Pure Health Physical Medicine, adding medical services to provide convenient integrated services for patients in one location. Pure Health Physical Medicine joined Anodyne Pain and Wellness Solutions in 2019 but has since returned to our original name “Pure Health”. Our team continues treating patients with the same vigor and care - just with more experience than when we started.

Our providers have over 65 years of clinical experience, ensuring patients receive the most effective, up-to-date treatments. By valuing inter-office collaboration and customized treatment plans, our care is both holistic and efficient, effectively creating positive outcomes for our patients and focusing on their goals.  

From managing acute pain to wellness-oriented care throughout the lifespan, our providers can treat almost every musculoskeletal complaint: including back pain, herniated discs, migraines and headaches, sports and auto injuries, and joint problems like knee and shoulder pain. Advanced Wound care is available for patients with chronic non healing wounds (i.e. Diabetic, venous ulcers, pressure sores, and surgical wounds, such as Mohs surgery for skin cancer.)

Personalized treatment plans may include chiropractic manipulations, massage therapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), trigger point injections, various injection therapies, active and passive therapies depending on the individual needs of each patient. Durable Medical Equipment (DME) like orthotics and braces are available to patients so they can do the things they love with the support they need. 

Pure Health Aurora strives for long term results. Working with you, our team customizes a plan that gets patients back to doing the things they love. Call our office or request an appointment online today!