Dominic Patawaran, MD is a board-certified Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine physician affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He received his medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University accelerated BS/MD program and completed the University of Arizona Integrative Medicine Fellowship, an innovative program developed by wellness pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil. He is also trained in Functional Medicine, Bioidentical Hormones and specialized care for Lyme and Mold Management. For more than 20 years, his approach to healing has centered on creating an authentic, human connection with patients to serve their unique healthcare needs. His journey from conventional to integrative medicine built upon that foundation, enabling him to provide best-in-class care that is personalized, compassionate, and mindful of each individual’s unique circumstances, lifestyles and wellness goals.

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Sejal Gehani, FNP is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She received her degree from Boston College. She started her career in Adolescent Medicine at Children’s Memorial Hospital ultimately serving as the Clinical Manager and as a teaching preceptor in the teen community clinic. In 2012, she transitioned into a leading integrative primary care practice, where she provided acute and primary care, along with honing her interest and expertise in supporting Women’s health. She has been in practice for over 19 years and her passion is helping patients find their path to improved health and wellness by incorporating integrative approaches into their daily lives.

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Angel Rivera, DO is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician affiliated with Swedish Covenant Hospital. He studied exercise physiology at the University of Florida and his passion for health led him to Nova Southeastern University for his doctorate in osteopathic medicine. He grew up in a household that encouraged proper nutrition and good health, which served as the foundation for his desire to close the gap between prevention and the treatment of disease. As a practitioner, he believes that partnering with patients to create a truly personalized care plan—that combines the best in conventional and functional testing—is extremely important to achieving their health goals. He is certified by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, is trained in Functional Medicine, and has a clinical interest in lifestyle management, weight loss, and Bioidentical Hormones.

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Daisy Wynn, MD is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician who has been in practice since 2009. She graduated from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey. She completed a family medicine residency in 2008 and a geriatric fellowship in 2009 at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. She received a certification in Functional Medicine in 2023. Since moving to Chicago in 2013, Dr. Wynn has been and continues to be a doctor at a community health center in Humboldt Park. Outside of work, Dr. Wynn enjoys family time with her husband and two children. She is a fitness enthusiast and a public transportation user and advocate.

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Emily Daley, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She attended Duquesne University where she received a Bachelor's degree in health sciences and a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She began her career in orthopedics and concussion care in NYC before deciding to make a transition to Chicago. Her five years in NYC grew her passion for holistic patient care, preventative medicine, and mental health. She is excited to use her prior experience to improve the health and overall well-being of her patients.

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Aaron Mlnarik, MS, CNS, LDN is a board-certified Clinical Nutritionist with a specialty in Integrative and Functional Medicine Nutrition. He earned his Master's in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. Aaron is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, credentialed by the American Nutrition Association through its Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists, and a member of the American College of Nutrition. He is also a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the State of Illinois. Aaron has worked collaboratively with Functional Medicine Practitioners treating patients with Autoimmune Conditions, Chronic and Degenerative Diseases, Genetic Disorders, and those seeking anti-aging, preventive, and general wellness therapies. He has extensive experience with nutritional and foundational lab testing and interpretation, treatment planning, nutritional supplementation, and nutritional IV therapies. Aaron provides general nutrition assessment, condition-specific nutritional therapies (food and supplementation for Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Metabolic Syndrome/Type 2 Diabetes, etc.), in-depth review of specialty lab testing results, optimization of nutritional supplementation and IV nutrition therapies, weight management and metabolic reset guidance, and development of individualized nutritional plans.

Appointments with Aaron are open to all—the general public and current I-Squared patients.

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Kari Schwager, L.Ac., LMT is a Licensed Acupuncturist. She is board-certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Kari graduated from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago with a Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She treats orthopedic pain, women’s health and fertility, stress/anxiety, as well as chronic illness such as Autoimmune Diseases, Lyme, Fibromyalgia and more. A healthcare practitioner for over 15 years, Kari first started her career in healthcare in 2005 with a massage therapy license from the New School For Massage Bodywork and Healing, followed by her Pilates teaching certification from Body Arts and Science International. Her focus is designing personalized programs for each patient to achieve optimal health and a sense of wellness.

Appointments with Kari are open to all—the general public and current I-Squared patients.

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Jiya Patel is the Practice Manager at I-Squared Medical Group. She has a degree in Exercise Science from DePaul University and over 8 years of experience in the health industry. She oversees the I-Squared Concierge Membership Program and the I-Squared Apothecary, providing exceptional support to our members and patients. Jiya's dedication to helping others, her volunteer work, and her commitment to maintaining a healthy lifestyle shines through in everything she does.

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Cindy Theo is a tri-skilled technician in massage, energy work, and esthetics from the island of Bali, Indonesia. Developing her signature style of therapeutic treatment, she utilizes Karuna Master Reiki technique and her natural gift of energy healing.  She combines Eastern and Western techniques with stretching and acupressure points, moving energy through the meridians. Cindy’s philosophy for all her work is to let the art of healing in you and finding body, mind, and spirit in balance. 

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