Deerfield Primary Care Services
At the Healthy Living Center, if you or your dependents (14 years and older) are enrolled in a Walgreens medical plan*, you’ll pay a $5 copay. other services like testing, labs, and diagnostic services, may result in additional fees.
*HSA rules apply.
The Healthy Living Center provides comprehensive patient-centered and holistic care through primary care, episodic care, physical therapy, laboratory services and wellness programs using an integrated approach. Physicians, pharmacists, nurses and fitness specialists work together as a cohesive extended team at your site.
The center is equipped to handle a variety of personal medical services for adults and children age fourteen and older, including:
Primary care
Physical exams
Immunizations
Lab services
Disease management
Wellness coaching
Physical therapy
The Healthy Living Center gives you access to an evidence-based, integrated approach to healthcare that promotes wellness and prevention through education and engagement, as well as providing care for chronic conditions and episodic care. Whether you schedule a physical exam in advance or experience an acute care need, you can choose to use the Healthy Living Center as your family’s medical “home” or use it to supplement your current doctor’s care — it’s your choice.
Fitness Center Services
The Healthy Living Fitness Center offers onsite & virtual fitness services to all Walgreens Team Members, spouses, dependents over 18, and contractors. Whether you are on campus or working remotely, we have memberships, programs & services that will work perfectly to help you stay active and healthy.
Please visit our Fitness Center Website for more information on the services, programs and membership options that allow us to be your one-stop-shop to all thing’s fitness and wellness.
Not a member? Enroll by visiting our website by clicking here; then click on “Not Enrolled? Create account now” and select preferred membership. For additional information, please contact the Fitness Center Team at walgreenshlfitness@premisehealth.com or call us at (847) 580-0001.
Healthy Living Center Staff
Michelle Martinez-Vorpagel - Health Center Manager
Michelle is a Registered Nurse, who comes to Premise with over 20 years of healthcare experience. Besides hospital training, she has Family Practice/Internal Medicine, Cardiac, and Urology specialty clinic knowledge. Prior to coming to Premise Health, her most recent position was at Advocate Aurora Healthcare for 11 years in both ambulatory and in-patient care. Outside of the center she enjoys coaching track and cross country, fitness, gardening, and spending time with family. She is dedicated to working with her team members in Premise to provide the utmost in quality care. “Always treat each patient/member like you would want to be treated, with patience, understanding, and compassion.”
Dr. George S. Patton II, MD – Medical Director
Dr. Patton is a physician who has lived in Illinois since 2006. He grew up in Tennessee, and received his medical degree in Nashville, TN at Meharry Medical College. He received civilian and federal medical training at Mount Sinai Hospital (Chicago, IL), North Chicago Veterans Hospital (now known as Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center), and Great Lakes Naval Base from 2006-2009. Upon completion or residency training, he was certified to practice Internal Medicine. He promoted preventive medicine along with physical and mental health as the medical director of the Choose Health Wellness Center at Aon/Hewitt in Lincolnshire, IL. Before joining the Walgreens Healthy Living Center, he was a member of a small group practice in Chicago, IL. While there, he was devoted to practicing hospital, nursing home, and outpatient care.
Outside of medicine he enjoys his family, community service, golf, and travel. He is currently a board member of IAMM (International/American Medical Mission) where he travels with a medical mission group to help underserved populations in the US and abroad. Dr. Patton enjoys being a part of Premise Health. He promotes effective, efficient, and evidence-based medicine. He likes to educate his patients and is devoted to quality care with hospitality.
S. Heather Venamore - Physician Assistant
Heather is an accomplished board-certified Physician Associate with over 25 years of successful medical practice. She completed her medical training at Cook County Hospital in Chicago and holds a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sport Science. Originally from Colorado, Heather has focused her medical career in the Chicago area, specializing in Emergency, Occupational, and Family Medicine. Heather strongly believes in the importance of listening and effective communication in every medical encounter. She places great value on collaborative care and practices evidence-based medicine to ensure the best outcomes for her patients.
Outside of work, Heather enjoys exercising, traveling and spending quality time with her family.
Emily Baker - Physical Therapist
Emily Baker PT, DPT is a physical therapist and the newest member of the Walgreens Healthy Living Center Team. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northwestern University, and before coming to the Walgreens Healthy Living Center was working in a sports medicine clinic at Naval Station Great Lakes. Before attending physical therapy school, Emily was in the United States Navy for 5 years where she was an aviation technician on F/A-18s. Outside of the center, Emily enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, fitness, playing the guitar, and going to concerts. She is excited to be a part of the HLC team and for all the ways that physical therapy can help the Walgreens team members meet their goals.
Salvatore Longo – Care Management Nurse and Wellness Coach
Salvatore Longo RN, BSN graduated from Marian University in Fond Du Lac Wisconsin, and has a passion for teaching, health and wellness as well as empowering clients to be the best version of themselves that they can be. “My mission is to be able to communicate wellness promotion and disease management in simple, easy to understand language, in order to encourage the client to be an active part of the treatment team, whatever the needs may be.” Sal is excited to be a part of the team here at Premise Health.
Magda Jaramillo - Medical Assistant
Magda has been a Medical Assistant since 2003. She graduated from Olympia College in Skokie and did her internship in Bannockburn with a specialist group. Magda also worked with an orthopedic group in Buffalo Grove for eight years. Prior to her position here at Premise Health, she worked with the community for three years at the Health Department. She has always loved working in healthcare to help people with their medical needs.
Elena Gamo – Medical Assistant
Elena is a Certified Medical Assistant who graduated in 2009 from Westwood Collage in Chicago. She has worked in the outpatient care since then assisting in several specialties. Elena enjoys learning and keeping up with the latest in medicine through The AAMA and assist doctors provide quality patient-centered health care. She is excited to be part of the team at Premise Health assisting The Walgreens Healthy Living Center team members.
Nancy Zimmerman – Front Desk Admin
Nancy graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Sociology. She worked at Baptist Hospital in the Education Department for over 10 years. She had her own organizing business, then worked for 2 prominent Plastic Surgeons in the northern suburbs.
Nancy has worked for over 8 years for Premise Health. She is happy to part of the Healthy Living Center and adores her co-workers and patients.
Judy Fakhouri- Worksite Pharmacy Manager
Judy graduated from the Chicago College of Pharmacy at Midwestern University in Downers Grove and has been practicing in community pharmacy with direct patient care in Illinois for over 18 years. She is an experienced pharmacist in outpatient settings focusing on patient care, medication therapy management, and immunizations.
She has been consistently drawn to patient-centered pharmacy care which led her to her current role at Premise Health. She is dedicated to positively impacting patient care and health outcomes.
Ron Conner - Pharmacy Technician
Ron is a certified senior pharmacy technician. He has worked in the pharmacy field for 16 years. He has been with our Premise Health site for 4 years. Ron is here to assist you in all your pharmacy needs.
Caitlin Christian – Fitness Center Manager
Caitlin received her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sports Science with a concentration in Health & Wellness from Judson University. She has 8 plus years of experience in the fitness field from working as personal trainer & group exercise instructor to working in multiple corporate fitness locations. Caitlin is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, AFAA Gear (Spin) Instructor, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, NASM Behavioral Change Specialist and is certified in FMS level 1. Caitlin enjoys participating in Century Bike Rides, organizing and traveling.
Matt Carroll- Assistant Fitness Center Manager
Matt received his Bachelors in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology and Graduate degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology and Fitness leadership specialization. He has 5 plus years of experience in the fitness field from working as strength coach for a roller derby team to personal trainer & group exercise instructor in corporate fitness. Matt received numerous certifications including: NSCA CSCS, Gray Institute 3D MAPS movement analysis, Functional Movement Screening level 1, Dynamic Variable Resistance Training level 1 & 2, Functional Range Conditioning, Mobility and Movement Specialist level 1, and Precision Nutrition level 1.
I love to read, learn, and move. I have 2 German Shepards that are balls of energy and love to go on walks with them.
Sebastian Bielecki – Fitness Specialist
Sebastian received his Bachelors in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics obtained from University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Sebastian brings experience of personal training with a strong knowledge base in functional movement. Sebastian enjoys playing soccer and was even a former D1 prospect with commitment to play in the MLS for the Chicago Fire before he suffered a back injury. He takes his passion and determination for wellness and fitness off the field to deliver quality programming to his clients.
Sebastian enjoys playing soccer, weightlifting, reading, continuing his education on body mechanics and dabbling in stocks.
Steven Zepeda – Fitness Specialist
Steven received his bachelors from Eastern Illinois University with a focus in Exercise Science. Shortly after he graduated in May, Steven pursued his masters at Concordia University with a focus in Strength & Conditioning. Steven has 2 years of fitness experience; as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer. Steven has a huge passion for fitness. He enjoys fitness because it brings others together and more importantly, it challenges him.
Steven enjoys going on walks/hikes and playing pick-up basketball when he gets the chance.