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Physician Advisory Board

Allen M. Chernoff, MD Urology
773.728.0201 773.328.9129

Dr. Chernoff specializes in Urology and Robotic Surgery and has been practicing medicine for 10 years.  He has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for 1 year and his favorite workout is the treadmill. His philosophy on exercise is that it is important for overall patient health and generally helps overall feelings of well-being. Visit his full profile here.

5140 N. California Ave.Suite 780ChicagoIL60625
Andy Sagan, MD Pediatrics
773.989.1667 773.989.1669

Dr. Sagan specializes in Pediatric care and has been practicing medicine for 16 years.  He has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for 2 years and his favorite workouts include swimming and jogging on the track.  If you are new to exercise he recommends starting with anything aerobic.  His philosophy on exercise is that you should choose activities that your are likely to continue doing for a long while during periods when your life gets busier, when it is more of a challenge to participate. Visit his full profile here.

2740 W. Foster Ave.Suite 401ChicagoIL60625
Angelique Mizera, DO Board Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulation Medicine
773.989.6222

Dr. Mizera specializes in Osteopathic Manipulation, Pain Management and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.  She has been practicing medicine for 21 years and has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for 5 years. Her favorite workouts include Group Groove, Group Step and Tracy's yoga classes.  If you are new to exercise she recommends joining the Fundamental Fitness program and if you are a little more active she says to try a class.  Her philosophy on exercise is that it should be "FUN" not "WORK."  Try to make it a routine part of your schedule. Visit her full profile here.

SCH Pain Clinic5157 Francisco Ave.ChicagoIL60625
Elizabeth Anderson, MD Board Certification in Internal Medicine
773.769.0575 773.769.3160

Dr. Anderson specializes in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine and been practicing medicine for 15 years.  She has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for 13 years and her favorite workouts include doing machines with personal trainers, BOSU (it's amazing) and water aerobics.  If you are new to exercise she recommends starting with walking or joining the Fundamental Fitness program.  Her philosophy on exercise is that it is a key that can release a person's health and energy for an expenditure that is less than what is received back.  It is amazing self care. Visit her full profile here.

2740 W. Foster Ave.Suite 113CHCIAGOIL60625
Franklin Saksena, MD Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine
773.769.1110 773.769.4689

Dr. Saksena specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 39 years.  He has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for more than 10 years and his favorite workouts include swimming and Group Power.  If you are new to exercise he recommends starting with a personal trainer who can help you develop a workout.  Also try aqua aerobics, swimming, biking and walking a half mile to one mile a day.  His philosophy on exercise is that you should participate in regular exercise at a moderate degree of exertion three to four times a week.  Visit his full profile here.

2740 W. Foster Ave.Suite 312ChicagoIL60625
Jenny Hasler, MD Pediatrics
773.880.6903 773.275.2433

Dr. Hasler specializes in Pediatric care and has been practicing medicine for 13 years.  She has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for 2 years and her favorite workouts are the Group Fitness classes.  If you are new to exercise she recommends starting with walking. Her philosophy on exercise is that any amount is good.  Just get out.  Visit her full profile here.

ChicagoIL60625
Kamran Aslam, MD Board Certification in Internal Medicine
773.989.3804

Dr. Aslam specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine and has been practicing medicine for 7 years.  Visit his full profile here.

5145 N. California Ave.ChicagoIL60625
Rusalina Mincu, MD Internal Medicine
773-275-1020 773-275-5860

Dr. Mincu specializes in Internal Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 13 years. She has been a member of Galter LifeCenter since 2011. Her favorite workouts include using the eliptical and rowing machines and taking Zumba classes.  If you are new to exercise she recommends starting with the Fundamental Fitness program because it is well constructed and teaches the basis for a lifestyle change.  Her philosophy on exercise is that she knows the beneifts of exercise even though she is a self proclaimed "lazy type" who doesn't like to sweat. "You cannot have the breathtaking view from top if you don't put in the effort of climbing."  Visit her full profile here.    

5140 N. California Ave.Suite 705ChicagoIL60625
Silvia Panitch, MD Internal Medicine
773.525.6595

Dr. Panitch specializes in Internal Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 27 years.  She has been a member of Galter LifeCenter for 1 year and her favorite workouts include swimming, aqua aerobics, Zumba and weight training.  If you are new to exercise she recommends starting with walking and building up to aerobics, possibly try water activities. Her philosophy on exercise is that it is the best "shrink" in the world. She believes it is a huge part of our health.  Not only at the physical level but also mental and emotional. Visit her full profile here.

3344 N. Ashland Ave,ChicagoIL
Susan Wilcoski, MD Board Certification in Family Medicine
773.506.2000 773.506.2668

Dr. Wilcoski specializes in Family Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 22 years.  She has been a member of Galter LifeCenter since it opened in 1991. Her favorite workouts include walking and biking and she finds that the balance ball keeps her core muscles strong. She has dabbled in yoga and feels it is especially helpful when focusing on breathing.  If you are new to exercise she recommends starting with walking. No special equipment is required and there is a low risk of injury. Use a pedometer to measure your starting level and then gauge your progress by the percent increase. The GLC is perfect for when the weather is uncooperative or if you prefer a smooth surface.  Her philosophy on exercise is to find an activity you enjoy. "The exercise is much more likely to become a habit and part of your lifestyle if you're having fun!" Visit her full profile here.

2740 W. Foster Ave.Suite 214ChicagoIL60625