Welcome to the Osher Center for Integrative Health
Our vision for the future of individual care and ultimately, our healthcare system revolves around introducing new integrative care models into the mainstream. As part of The Osher Collaborative our faculty are working together to create innovative clinical models of care, advance medical education, and collaborate on research initiatives. We are dedicated to taking a leadership role alongside the eleven other Osher Centers for Integrative Health to create positive change in healthcare for individuals and better health for communities.
What is integrative medicine?
It is a philosophy and practice of how we care for patients and ourselves:
Integrative medicine is authentic medicine - It's what patients and providers believe in their hearts and minds is the right treatment, based on all current evidence and informed by their beliefs, values and experiences.
Integrative medicine is everyday medicine - It’s the way you live your life, the food you eat, the environment you live in, the relationships you maintain.
And Integrative medicine is, simply, medicine. - It is using the best approach to help you not just treat disease, but flourish in your life.
While integrative medicine has been referred to as the “new” medicine, it is in many ways a return to principles of medicine from the time of Hippocrates: a focus on science-based practices while acknowledging the body’s natural healing capacity. By combining conventional Western medicine with time-tested, proven practices from around the world, we expand our care options for a variety of conditions and diseases. By remembering the core principles of healing and the need to care for the whole patient, we can better relieve suffering.
It is a philosophy and practice of how we care for patients and ourselves:
Integrative medicine is authentic medicine - It's what patients and providers believe in their hearts and minds is the right treatment, based on all current evidence and informed by their beliefs, values and experiences.
Integrative medicine is everyday medicine - It’s the way you live your life, the food you eat, the environment you live in, the relationships you maintain.
And Integrative medicine is, simply, medicine. - It is using the best approach to help you not just treat disease, but flourish in your life.
While integrative medicine has been referred to as the “new” medicine, it is in many ways a return to principles of medicine from the time of Hippocrates: a focus on science-based practices while acknowledging the body’s natural healing capacity. By combining conventional Western medicine with time-tested, proven practices from around the world, we expand our care options for a variety of conditions and diseases. By remembering the core principles of healing and the need to care for the whole patient, we can better relieve suffering.
News and EventsIn-Person and Telehealth Visits*
The following services can be scheduled currently for In-Person Care:
The following services can be scheduled for Telehealth Visits only*:
For other questions about scheduling please call 312.926.3627 or send your provider a MyNM Patient Portal message directly. We are available Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm. *Due to the end of the Covid Public Health Emergency, states require all clinicians to be licensed in the state the patient is located at the time of the visit. All Telehealth Appointments will require the patient to be in the state of Illinois at the time of the appointment. This applies to both permanent out of state residents and if you are out of state for a vacation. Meet Dr. Anna Jonas, DO, Medical Director
Anna Jonas, DO, Medical Director joined us in August 2019.
Dr. Jonas is trained in Family Medicine and most recently completed her Neuromusculoskeletal Fellowship in July 2019 at Rocky Vista University in Parker, CO. Dr. Jonas has interests in preventive medicine, holistic care, musculoskeletal complaints and is trained in osteopathic manipulations. What is a DO? Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine, or DOs, are fully licensed physicians who practice in all areas of medicine. DOs receive special training in the musculoskeletal system during medical school and use their hands to diagnose and treat illness and injury. Osteopathic physicians focus on prevention, tuning into how a patient’s lifestyle and environment can impact their wellbeing. A typical office visit includes a normal history, physical, and treatment plan. DOs practice according to the latest science and technology, but also consider options to complement pharmaceuticals and surgery. The treatment plan may include Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) in addition to medications, lab work, imaging, referrals etc. What is OMT? Osteopathic manipulative treatment- hands-on procedures that identify and treat painful structural abnormalities in the body, promote healing and increase overall mobility. OMT can be used with people of all ages. OMT is often used to treat muscle pain, but can also help provide relief for patients with asthma, sinus disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, headaches, chronic pain and more. OMT can be used to complement, and sometimes even replace medications or surgery. What is Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine? Neuromusculoskeletal medicine is a specialty in osteopathic medicine that diagnoses and treats conditions involving nerves, muscles, soft tissue and bones. The goal of this type of medicine is to help the body heal itself. The fellowship and board certification distinguishes physicians who regularly practice OMT and have at least one year of additional training in OMT. Read more here: https://doctorsthatdo.org/difference/osteopathic-manipulative-treatment https://osteopathic.org/what-is-osteopathic-medicine/what-is-a-do/ 
Welcome Dr. Mary Ella Wood, DO, Primary Care Clinician!
Mary Ella Wood, DO joined us in September 2023. Dr. Wood is a graduate of Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is a physician who is specialized in family medicine & osteopathic manipulative medicine. Prior to her transition to integrative primary care, she had a broad training background to include general surgery residency, wilderness medicine and inpatient-based family medicine residency with extensive experience in intensive care and high-risk obstetrics. Additionally, she is a certified yoga teacher and has training in herbal medicine and integrative nutrition. Dr. Wood has a passion for all areas of integrative medicine. "My philosophy is that the mind, body and spirit are all connected. With that, my primary goal as a physician is to partner with my patients in their health journey. Whether we are working on chronic disease management or improving overall health and wellbeing, I focus on collaborative relationships to get to the root cause of disease." Meet Dr. Shakira Sanchez-Collins, Primary Care Clinician
Shakira Sanchez-Collins, MD, MDiv joined us in April 2021.
Dr. Sanchez-Collins is a graduate of the Duke University School of Medicine and Yale Divinity School. A board-certified Internal Medicine physician, she completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital with a special focus in urban health and primary care. Her interests include wellness, holistic care, preventive health, stress management and obesity care. Dr. Sanchez-Collins is also a national speaker on self-care and wellness. "I have a holistic approach to health and wellness that addresses the whole person—mind, body and spirit. I believe in creating personalized, integrative care plans that focus on the short-term and long-term health and wellness of patients including preventive health and chronic disease management."  Kalinda Marshall, BSN/MPH
Meet Kalinda Marshall, Senior Practice Manager
Kalinda Marshall, BSN/MPH is the Senior Practice Manager at the Northwestern Medicine Osher Center for Integrative Health. Kalinda graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana and a Master of Public Health degree with a focus in Health Education from Benedictine University. After working in public health with various non-profit organizations, Kalinda earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Maryland. Kalinda is a chemotherapy/biotherapy certified registered nurse with most recent experience as the Lead Nurse for the Gynecological Oncology Division at Prentice Women’s Hospital. She has previous experience with hematology oncology. bone marrow transplant, HIV/AIDS and public health. Kalinda is excited about supporting the Osher Center for Integrative Health Team! 
Meet Dominique Cook-Bey, Operations Coordinator
Dominique Cook-Bey, RMA is the Operations Coordinator at the Northwestern Medicine Osher Center for Integrative Health. Dominique graduated from Coyne College with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Assisting. Dominique has over a decade of experience as a Lead Medical Assistant with Northwestern Medicine in Oncology. In 2015 Dominique was the recipient of the Northwestern Medicine RHLCCC Medical Professional Award In Recognition of Exceptional Patient Care by a Clinical Professional.  Melinda Ring, MD
Message from the Executive Director of the
Osher Center for Integrative Health at Northwestern University: Thank you for your interest in the Osher Center for Integrative Health! We strongly believe that integrative medicine is an approach that may be beneficial for all patients when based on the latest scientific evidence and used as part of a whole treatment plan that includes lifestyle medicine, conventional Western medicine & complementary approaches. The Osher Center for Integrative Health includes clinical, research, education and national efforts to increase knowledge about and training in integrative medicine. The team at the Osher Center for Integrative Health invites you to participate in a unique healthcare experience. We are dedicated to being your partner in achieving your goals. |
Reminder:
See current NM visitor policy https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/covid-19-resource-center/visitor-policy-updates Come See Us: 150 E. Huron St., Suite 1100 Chicago, Illinois 60611 [Click here] for map, hours and parking Contact Us: Phone: 312.926.DOCS (3627) Fax: 312.926.6285 
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