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Medical Staff

Dr. Jennie Lasko, DNP, RN

Director of Student Health Services
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5801
Email:  j-lasko2@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Jennie: Dr. Lasko is a healthcare veteran and transformative leader with over 20 years of medical and management experience. She combines clinical excellence with leadership to advance healthcare and health education. Jennie is in her element when teaching students and spending time with her family and pets.

David Worrell

David Worrell, FNP-BC, MSC, MBA, RN

Advance Practice Nurse Practitioner
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5802
Email:  d-worrell@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ David: David has been part of the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ family for over 10 years. Prior to joining ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ, he worked in nursing at a major teaching hospital and later in consulting at a large IT firm. Outside of work, David is an Australian Rules football fan and a dedicated supporter of the North Melbourne Kangaroos.

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Kimberly R. Tasigchana, FNP-C, FPA

Full Practice Authority Nurse Practitioner
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5804
Email:  k-ramireztasigchana@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Kim: Kim is a highly dedicated independent healthcare provider with 30 years of nursing experience spanning family practice and psychiatry. She specializes in Women's Health and Behavioral Health at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ. Driven by a profound commitment to her patients, Kim blends clinical excellence with a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to ensure every individual feels seen, heard, and valued. 

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Erwin Gumila, RN, BSN

Nurse Practitioner
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5800
Email:  e-gumila@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Erwin: Erwin joined ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Student Health Services as a Nurse in August 2026. He holds a B.S. in Nursing and has 40 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, including roles in nursing, clinical informatics, and operations management. Erwin also loves visiting national parks and makes it a goal to visit at least one each year!

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Dr. Kristen Keeler

Medical Social Consultant
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5800
Email:  k-keeler@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Kristen: Dr. Keeler is a highly experienced clinical psychologist with over 20 years of private practice experience and an academic foundation in both counseling and clinical psychology. She assists Health Services with case management.

Office Staff

Sean Casey

Sean Casey, BS-CH

Immunization Compliance Manager
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5805
Email:  secasey2@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Sean: Sean is an ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ alum with a degree in community health. He has been serving the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ community through Health Services since 2019. Sean is a major Chicago sports fan.
 

Viviana Ferrall

Viviana Ferral, AAS

Medical Office Assistant
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5800
Email:  vferral2@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Viviana: Viviana joined ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Student Health Services in 2025 and transitioned into her current full-time role after working in Health Education. She holds an A.A.S. in Cybersecurity and certificates in cybersecurity and project management. Her experience includes digital forensics, risk management, IT, and project management. Viviana is also a proud dog mom to Minnie and Daisy!

Linnaea Groh

Linnaea Groh, BA

Office Assistant
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5800
Email:  lgroh@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Linnaea: Linnaea is an administrative professional with a background in education and theater. Linnaea previously worked in the Goodwin College of Education as Extra Help and is now an Office Assistant with Student Health Services. Outside of work, Linnaea enjoys doing improv, being outside and playing with their cat Pippa!

Health Education & Promotion Staff

Aidon Perera

Aidon Perera, MPH

Health Promotion Manager
Office:  Room E 051
Phone:  (773) 442-5851
Email:  a-perera@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Aidon: Aidon (He, They) has been part of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ since 2018, first as a student worker and returning professionally in 2021. He holds a BS in Community Health and MPH from ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ. His expertise includes gender-based violence prevention, masculinity work, program development, and curriculum development. Aidon is also a lifelong martial artist and animal lover!

Alicia Young

Alicia Young, MPH, CHES

Health Education Coordinator
Office:  Room E 047A
Phone:  (773) 442-5858
Email:  a-kholamian@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Alicia: Alicia has been part of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ since 2020 and holds a Bachelor’s in Community Wellness and Master’s in Public Health from ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ. A Certified Health Education Specialist since 2016, her expertise includes community outreach and advancing health equity. Plus, Alicia participated in the 2010 Homenetmen World Jamboree in Armenia!

Jasmine Anuntarungsun, BA

Health Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Office:  Room E 047A
Phone:  (773) 442-5800
Email:  januntarungs@neiu.edu

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Jasmine: Jasmine graduated from ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ in May 2026 with a B.A. in Sociology and Marketing. She has experience in career development, community organizing, and communications, with a focus on connecting students to opportunities and resources. If she could eat one food forever, it would be soup!

Medical Directors

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Dr. Tommy Dang, DO 

Clinical Medical Director
Phone:  (773) 442-5800

Dr. Syed Rahim, MD, ABPN 

Psychiatric Medical Director
Phone:  (773) 442-5800

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