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HealthLinc Set to Safely Host Annual Community Health Fairs
Valparaiso, IN – HealthLinc will host annual community health fairs at area clinics from July 22 through August 6. Each year, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) dedicates time to recognizing community health centers throughout the country....
HealthLinc Combines Medical Efforts in South Bend
VALPARAISO, IN — HealthLinc IUSB Medical has temporarily joined forces with HealthLinc Southeast to better serve patients of the South Bend community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Operating out of the HealthLinc Southeast clinic at 1708 High St. in South Bend, IN,...
COVID-19 HealthLinc Updates
Updated 2/8/21 COVID-19 remains a serious threat to the health, safety and welfare of everyone. It is essential that we continue to practice social distancing, wash our hands and wear a face mask or covering when out in public. For steps you can take to protect...
HealthLinc Opens Chiropractic Care and Welcomes Dr. Josh Majerus, DC
VALPARAISO, IN – Furthering HealthLinc’s mission to expand access to exceptional health care, HealthLinc is excited to offer chiropractic services from Dr. Josh Majerus at HealthLinc Mishawaka. Chiropractic care is primarily used as a pain relief alternative for...
HealthLinc Welcomes Dr. William Roman, Jr., DPM and Dr. Reem Mohammed, DPM
VALPARAISO, IN - Your feet must last a lifetime. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), most Americans log 75,000 miles on their feet by the time they reach age 50. Unfortunately, millions of Americans go without foot care because they lack...
HealthLinc Pharmacy Opens in HealthLinc Valparaiso Clinic
HealthLinc Rx opened for business at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 26 inside the HealthLinc clinic located at 1001 N. Sturdy Rd., in Valparaiso. This location was previously leased to Fagen Pharmacy. HealthLinc recognized the need for patients and the community to...
HealthLinc Receives Accreditation for Diabetes Education
VALPARAISO, IN - HealthLinc received DEAP Accreditation (Diabetes Education Accreditation Program) through the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE), one of only two accrediting bodies for diabetes education in the United States. “Education is key to...
HealthLinc Approved to Participate in the Henry Schein Cares’ Global Product Donation Program
VALPARAISO, IN - HealthLinc has been approved to participate in the Henry Schein Cares’ Global Product Donation Program from January 2020 to December 2021. The program is one of several social responsibility initiatives of Henry Schein Cares which “helps health...
HealthLinc Opens in La Porte, IN
LA PORTE, IN —HealthLinc, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with corporate headquarters in Valparaiso, IN officially assumed operations of La Porte Community Health Center and Dental Clinic located at 400 Teegarden St. in La Porte, IN on Tuesday, September 3....
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Lilia Bonilla - Family Nurse Practitioner
Site Medical Director
Lilia Bonilla is the Site Medical Director and a Nurse Practitioner in Family Medicine. She is board certified with over 19 years of experience as a highly skilled and dedicated family nurse practitioner. Lilia provides comprehensive care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. She has extensive experience in family and adult medicine, women’s health and pediatrics. Lilia is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and American Nurses Association. She also serves as a preceptor and mentor for Nurse Practitioner Residents. Lilia is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Specialties: Family Practice, Women’s Health, Pediatrics
Diana Garcia Burns - Family Nurse Practitioner
Diana Garcia Burns has been serving East Chicago for over 30 years. She is experienced in family medicine, emergency medicine, public health, and administration. Diana is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is certified in Advanced Life Support, Pediatric Life Support, and Stroke Care. She is currently an instructor for the American Heart Association and a member of the Indiana Nurses Association (INA), American Nurses Association (ANA) and American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Specialties: Emergency Medicine, Public and Environmental Health
Dr. Ed S. Hassan - Internal Medicine
Dr. Hassan has practiced medicine on four continents: Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America, giving him a unique perspective to health care. He received additional training in Internal Medicine at Cook County Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Hassan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. He is fluent in English, Spanish and Arabic.
Specialties: Hypertension, Diabetes, Asthma, Elevated Blood Cholesterol
Nadine Salman - Family Nurse Practitioner
Nadine Salman delivers patient-centered care from infancy to adulthood by providing education and counseling on health promotion and disease prevention. She serves as an advocate by working in a partnership with patients and families to provide holistic care. Nadine’s passion is to give patients the tools and knowledge to help them make better health choices so they can live longer and healthier.
Specialties: Pediatrics, Disease Prevention, Adult Health and Wellness Promotion
Jessica Sinclair - Clinical Pharmacist
Dr. Carl Toren - Pediatrician
Dr. Toren’s practice is focused on the health of children, both for the present and the future. He partners with families to monitor a child’s growth, development, nutrition, and safety, while following expert guidelines for vaccinations and screenings. If sickness comes, he offers comprehensive examinations, tests to discover the cause and then arranges any necessary treatment and follow-up. Dr. Toren is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Specialties: Pediatric Development, Pediatric Nutrition, Immunizations
Charita Weekly - Family Nurse Practitioner
Charita Weekly’s number one priority is providing excellent, comprehensive health care. She serves the entire family with a focus on promoting health and maintenance. Each approach is age specific to her patient and transitions throughout their life span. With emphasis on disease prevention and wellness, she treats the whole person and assists in achieving a higher quality of life.
Specialties: Family, Medical Examiner for the Department of Transportation, Disease Prevention
Dr. Firas Adhami - Dentist
Dr. Firas Adhami is committed to alleviating the health disparities of the underserved. He is the recipient of the Excellence in Prosthodontics Award from the American College of Prosthodontics. In May 2016, he published an article in the Journal of the American Dental Association entitled “Soft-tissue calcification on a panoramic radiograph.” Dr. Adhami maintains active memberships in the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Specialties: Extractions, Root Canal Therapy, Prosthodontics
April Chaja - Dental Hygienist
LaTonya Cooper - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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