Providers
Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan
Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan M.D. is a board-certified nephrologist at Shifa Nephrology Associates LLC. She has trained at the nation’s finest hospitals and training programs. Dr. Shah-Khan completed her Nephrology Fellowship from Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. Dr. Shah-Khan also completed a fellowship in Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine from the University of Michigan Hospitals… Continue reading about Dr. Farheen Shah-Khan
Daniel Mead, DNP, MSCE, APRN-FPA, AGNP-C, CNN-NP, CHSE, FNKF
Dan Mead is the chief nurse practitioner at Shifa Nephrology Associates in Chicago, IL. He holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from DePaul University and a Masters of Science in Clinical Epidemiology from Kent State University. His nurse practitioner training was done through the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Cincinnati. He holds board… Continue reading about Daniel Mead, DNP, MSCE, APRN-FPA, AGNP-C, CNN-NP, CHSE, FNKF
Suzanne Uzdavinis, MSN, FNP-BC
“I am an FNP-BC specializing in nephrology. I love being a nurse practitioner because I can make a meaningful difference in my patients’ lives and contribute positively to my community. Working as a nephrology NP combines my passion for patient care with the excitement of a dynamic medical specialty, making it a truly fulfilling career… Continue reading about Suzanne Uzdavinis, MSN, FNP-BC
Sydney Ain, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-C
“I initially received my nursing license from Kansas where I grew up. I moved to Chicago to further my career and become a nurse practitioner three years ago. I decided to specialize as a nephrology nurse practitioner because of my passion to make a difference in patient’s lives and overall health, especially those who have… Continue reading about Sydney Ain, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-C
Alowonle Aweda, RN, BSN, MSN, APRN (PMHNP-BC)
“I am an APRN and I decided to specialize on providing advanced medical care to patients with kidney related issues. Working alongside with other Healthcare professionals at Shifa Nephrology Associates LLC, I have gained invaluable experience in ensuring CKD patients are given compassionate and complete care at all times, slowing the progress of the disease.… Continue reading about Alowonle Aweda, RN, BSN, MSN, APRN (PMHNP-BC)
Rolando Subijano, MSN, FNP
“Since 2015, I have had the privilege to serve our end stage renal kidney disease patients in both rural and big cities as a registered nurse. Two things always remain true in both environment; the complexity of our patient’s needs and the shortage of nephrology providers. This solidified my decision to further my education and… Continue reading about Rolando Subijano, MSN, FNP
Interdisciplinary Team
Marilou Norada, BSN, RN
Marilou Norada, BSN, RN is the Nursing Director at Shifa Dialysis LLC, where she oversees and directs the overall nursing operations, and ensures the facility’s compliance with clinical regulatory standards. She is responsible for developing strategic plan to achieve the facility’s organizational goals. She played a pivotal role in restructuring and optimizing the nursing processes… Continue reading about Marilou Norada, BSN, RN
Sasha June, RDN, CDE
Sasha June, RDN, CDE has been working as a Registered Dietitian for over 12 years in and around Chicago, Illinois. She studied and earned her bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutritional Sciences at San Diego State University and completed her dietetic internship at Dominican University in Illinois. Her additional certifications include diabetic education and adult… Continue reading about Sasha June, RDN, CDE
Maria Govea, MSW, LCSW
Maria Govea, MSW, LCSW, is the Social Worker at Shifa Dialysis LLC, where she provides dialysis education, support, and resources to patients. She completes monthly social work evaluations as well as care plans to determine the needs of each patient and monitor their social emotional needs and/or concerns. She enjoys getting to know her patients… Continue reading about Maria Govea, MSW, LCSW
