Our Providers:
Thomas Joseph, MD
Education & Training:
- Medical Education: University of Kerala, Trivandrum, Kerala, India (1976)
- Residency: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University
- Board Certified Family Medicine
Thomas Joseph opened Park Primary Care in 2008 and it is located in the same building as Evergreen Care Center, a Immediate Care facility he opened in 2003. He takes great pride in providing his patients continuous care in an integrated and comprehensive manner.
“At Park Primary Care we have a strong commitment to preventative medicine and seek to promote the wellness of each and every patient in our wonderful community of Evergreen Park.”
George Thomas, MD
Education & Training:
- Undergraduate Degree: Depaul University- Chicago, IL (2005)
- Medical Education: Ross University School of Medicine- Commonwealth of Dominica, West Indies (2009)
- Residency: Resurrection Hospital- Chicago, IL (2012)
- Board Certified Family Medicine
George Thomas has been with the practice since 2012 and is board certified in Family Medicine. He takes great pride in providing his patients continuous care in an integrated and comprehensive manner.
His interests include: Preventative Medicine, Pediatric Care, Men’s Health, Weight Management and Dermatology.
“As the Evergreen Park Village Health Officer, I believe in providing high quality and effective healthcare for the entire family and community. Our practice prides itself on creating lasting relationships with our patients while offering exceptional care.”
Kristina Johnson, DO
Education & Training:
- Undergraduate Degree: Michigan State University (2006)
- Medical Education: A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine Arizona (2011)
- Residency: Resurrection Hospital- Chicago, IL (2015)
- Board Certified Family Medicine
- Board Certified Sports Medicine
Dr. Kristina Johnson has been with the practice since 2015 and is board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. She is passionate about disease prevention and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Her interests include: Women’s Health (including menopause, thyroid disorders, routine gynecology, menstrual irregularities, etc.) Joint Injection and Sports/Outpatient Orthopedic Care.
“As a family practice and sports medicine physician, I believe in the importance of taking care of the entire family through both sickness and wellness. Utilizing a whole body approach to healthcare, my mission is to help my patients achieve an ideal quality of life through promotion of a healthy lifestyle, disease prevention and optimizing management of chronic diseases. I look forward to providing compassionate and thorough care for you and your loved ones.”
Rachel Brucas, PA-C
Education & Training:
- Undergraduate Degree: Graduated Cum Laude from North Central College- Naperville, IL (2012)
- Graduate School: Received a Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University- Downers Grove, IL (2016)
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Rachel joined our practice in 2016. She demonstrates not only a great enthusiasm for medicine, but a dedication to creating lasting patient relationships and providing top quality healthcare for the entire family.
Her interests include: Preventative Medicine, Women’s Health, Patient Education, Diet/Exercise Counseling and the management of Depression and Anxiety.
“I have had a life long passion for medicine and now hold a drive to provide top quality healthcare for all of my patients. I believe that a patient-provider relationship should be conversational, and that treatment decisions should be based on patient preferences and values. This guideline is based on the idea that a patient has to buy-in to their own health care in order for any treatment to be fully effective. I hope to create both lasting and trusting relationships with my patients, and have the opportunity to work with entire families.”
Jessica Schafer, PA-C
Education & Training:
- Undergraduate Degree: University of Arizona (2015)
- Graduate School: Received a Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University- Downers Grove, IL (2017)
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Jessica joined our practice in 2017. She is known for her compassionate and down to earth style of practicing medicine, which allows for a comfortable and trusting relationship with her patients.
Her interests include: Preventative Medicine, Women’s Health, Weight Management (including nutrition and exercise counseling), and Pediatric Medicine.
“My mission is to help patients achieve their health related goals in order to promote a happy and healthy life. I feel preventative medicine is the key to achieving these goals; which starts with education on nutrition, exercise, and a well-balanced lifestyle. I want patients to feel empowered to take control of their own health, so I do everything I can to provide them with the tools they need to succeed while also taking the time to address their concerns. The best part of my job is developing sincere, comfortable relationships with my patients, and I look forward to getting to know you!”
Christine Najarian, PA-C
Education & Training:
- Undergraduate Degree: University of Iowa (2015)
- Graduate School: Received a Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University- Chicago, IL (2018)
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Christine joined our practice in 2018. Right from the start patients appreciated her natural ability to sincerely connect with them, calm their nerves, and listen to their health concerns.
Her interests include: Preventative Medicine, Women’s Health, Pediatric Medicine, and Weight Management (including nutrition and exercise counseling).
“I have always had a strong interested in primary care and love developing the one of a kind relationship between provider and patient. Being able to care for someone in all aspects of their healthcare is very important to me, and for that reason, I look at every patient as a unique individual. From nutrition and lifestyle options to medication management, I hope to be a guide and confidant to navigate your healthcare journey. Providing quality care is a high priority of mine, and I promise to bring that, along with a friendly smile, to each and every visit! “
Connie Kass, PA-C
Education & Training:
- Undergraduate Degree: Graduated Summa Cum Laude/Bronze Tablet Honoree from University of Illinois (2019)
- Graduate School: Received a Masters of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Midwestern University- Downers Grove, IL (2021)
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Connie joined our practice in 2021. Connie strives to create an environment where her patients feel comfortable and well taken care of. She is efficient, decisive, and has a keen eye for detail. Connie also enjoys the continual state of learning that medicine demands. Staying current with new research is a challenge, but it’s one that she finds very rewarding.
Her interests include: Preventative Medicine, Women’s Health, Weight Management, and Managing Mental Health Conditions (Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders)
“I have always been interested in health & wellness. My participation in exercise research, along with studying health behavior change and psychology, has given me a better picture of what it takes for an individual to not only be physically healthy, but to acquire complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Thus, I have a strong belief in preventative care and its ability to prevent future illness in patients. My goal is to provide awareness to my patients in a relaxed environment so that they aren’t afraid of going to the doctor’s office. I also love that every day is different and that I get to meet and build relationships with all kinds of people.”