JenCare Senior Medical Center

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  Katherine Tynus

  MD, FACP

  Inspired by a fascination with how the body works and reinforced by her work as a nurse’s aide while in high school, Dr. Katherine Tynus realized her calling early in life. It has led her to a rewarding career as a board-certified internal medicine physician—caring for patients and serving in leadership and academic roles. A lifelong Chicagoan, Dr. Tynus says, “I am committed to this community, and I love getting to know my patients. I also love the impact that I can make for seniors since their needs are so complex. Seeing them come back feeling better is the greatest reward.” In her down time, Dr. Tynus likes to expand her medical knowledge, share it with the community, advocate for physicians, and spend time with her husband and large blended family of 7 children. She also enjoys live music and travel.

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  Taimur Abbasi

  MD

  Referring to medicine as his “true calling,” Dr. Taimur Abbasi strives to offer patients “a safe space” while “guiding them to use their own potential to be their healthiest.” He says his grandparents inspired him to “honor through service.” Specializing in geriatrics, internal medicine, and nuclear cardiology, Dr. Abbasi values preventative care. He stresses that his highest priority is accommodating his patients’ concerns. “What matters most to them is what matters most to me,” Dr. Abbasi says. He maintains membership in several professional societies and reads medical literature to keep up with advancements. Dr. Abbasi dedicates himself to an active lifestyle and has always wanted to travel to Palestine, Turkey, and Japan.

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  John Martino

  MD

  Ever since Dr. John Martino volunteered at retirement homes and residential care facilities as a teenager, he’s wanted to care for others. “I’ve always enjoyed building relationships with seniors,” he says, “and I’m dedicated to making a difference in their lives.” For Dr. Martino, that means treating patients with compassion, always being available, and applying his knowledge and expertise to diagnose and treat puzzling medical problems. When he’s not with patients, Dr. Martino likes to keep up with medical research, spend time with his loving family, play guitar, shoot photos and videos, travel, and stay active outdoors. Some of his favorite ways to do that are through soccer, ice hockey, basketball, and skateboarding.

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  Elizabeth Unanue

  DPM, ABPM

  Dr. Elizabeth Unanue finds it rewarding to “improve the quality of life of my patients.” She wants them to feel comfortable asking questions and discussing concerns. “I believe that it is so important to work as a team with your patient to create a treatment plan together,” she says. Good communication, empowerment, and education are key in her practice. “Every patient deserves to feel understood, loved, and respected,” she says. She especially enjoys caring for the senior population. “Ensuring patients are able to remain mobile as they age is so important for their quality of life,” she says. In her free time, Dr. Unanue loves hiking and camping with her husband, son, and three dogs. She also likes gardening and visiting museums.

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  Leenah Chughtai

  MD

  “I’ve always wanted to work in healthcare. Being able to work in a team with people I can call family while practicing my passion for helping others is what I’ve always seen myself doing,” Dr. Leenah Chughati says. She prioritizes communication in her practice and takes pride in advocating for her patients. “It’s very important everyone feels they have a champion in healthcare,” she explains. She values preventative care and explains that as “a perpetual student of medicine,” she likes to keep an “open mind.” She adds, “My door is always open!” Dr. Chughtai enjoys spending time with family, playing with her cat, and exploring new foods spots in her free time. She also loves Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and interior designing.

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  Fnu Ayesha

  MD

  For Dr. FNU Ayesha, the greatest part of working in healthcare is “being there for people in their time of need and making a meaningful difference in their lives.” She explains, “Knowing I can improve someone’s health or outlook keeps me passionate and motivated every day.” She wants patients to “feel valued and understood” and likes “providing personalized care and emotional support tailored to their needs.” She aims to “create mutual respect and understanding” by “addressing both medical and social concerns” of her patients. In her free time, Dr. Ayesha loves spending quality time with her family and and makes it a priority to keep up with her family in Pakistan. She enjoys exploring new restaurants and trying new desserts (gulab jamun, chocolate and cheesecakes are her favorite).

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  Yvonne Allen

  FNP-C

  Yvonne Allen’s passion for healthcare can be traced back to receiving the game Operation and a toy medical bag as a child. She wants patients to feel important and heard. She explains, “I turn on my ears and ask questions to find just what makes them excited.” She adds, “I am just as open to questions and meet them where they are.” She wants her patients to understand the ‘why’ of their care. “When a person knows better, they can do better. So, I educate my patients on what is important at this time in their lives,” she explains. Yvonne Allen can be found spending her free time with her family. She shares that she likes collecting bells while traveling and wants patients to know that the Christian faith is important to her.

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  Farah Fakouri

  MD

  Dr. Farah Fakouri considers it both an “honor” and a “privilege to help patients become healthier. She explains, “After 34 years in medicine, I still love it.” She treats all patients with respect and dignity and emphasizes the importance of “meeting each patient where they live, metaphorically and sometimes literally.” She actively listens to her patients and views her relationship with them as collaborative. “I know what I know, but much importantly, I know what I do not know. Those things? We can figure out together,” she says. In her down time, Farah enjoys a variety of hobbies, including skiing, reading, cooking, and gardening. She also loves playing card games and watching live theatre performances.

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