About Ina

With over 14 years of dedicated experience in medical aesthetics, Dr. Ghasham brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to INA.  As a seasoned healthcare executive and Chief Medical Officer, he has cultivated a unique understanding of quality in medical services, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care.
 
Dr. Ghasham believes in the transformative power of preventative medicine and is passionate about empowering patients to take charge of their health. His holistic approach underscores the belief that the body possesses an innate ability to heal itself when nurtured properly. He advocates for a comprehensive wellness strategy that combines cutting-edge aesthetic treatments with a focus on overall health and well-being.

Throughout his career, Dr. Ghasham has demonstrated a commitment to excellence, leading teams and initiatives that prioritize patient safety and satisfaction. His innovative mindset and leadership in clinic operations have been instrumental in shaping a culture of trust and collaboration among both staff and patients.

At INA, Dr. Ghasham is excited to share his knowledge and help clients unveil their natural beauty while promoting a healthier lifestyle. He looks forward to guiding each patient on their journey to optimal wellness and self-confidence.

One of the most sought-after trainers throughout the country due to his advanced, revolutionary anti-aging techniques.  Chris has close to two decades of clinical aesthetic experience, training in both aesthetic dermatology and plastic surgery, bioidentical hormone replacement and nutrition therapy, and clinical research studies, Christopher brings a comprehensive, diverse, multi-specialty, patient centered approach to the science of restorative aging. 
 
Among many accomplishments, Christopher is a leading authority in facial rejuvenation using  lasting fillers and pioneered and developed what is considered the cornerstone in training techniques for their application and execution both in the United States and Canada. This expertise was the result of an independent, long term, comprehensive cadaver study, with the prime objective of integrating the relationship of aging to facial topography and genetic variants. The study included both male and female cadavers, of varying races, at every decade, starting with the aging decade twenty and ending at eighty.
 
This study, along with Christopher’s extensive clinical experience and chosen area of focus beyond female facial fillers has branded him an authority in male facial rejuvenation, under eye restoration, skin rejuvenation beyond skincare, and facial feminization/masculinization in transgender clients. Given their difficult execution and proprietary regenerative techniques, these procedures are also the most requested in his training and lecture schedule.
 
Remaining devoted to education, Christopher travels internationally lecturing, training physicians, and even training other trainers on long term, minimally invasive anti-aging techniques. His current endeavor is to develop a Center of Excellence where aesthetic experts from all over the United States can come to learn the artistry of natural facial and body rejuvenation.
 
Come meet this innovative provider who has helped shape the Aesthetic Industry. 

Wellness enthusiast and entrepreneur with a diverse background in the financial and technology sector. Having spent 15 years in Australia working for Deloitte, that is where Sireen found her passion in the health and wellness industry.

She embarked on a journey of personal transformation due to personal illnesses. Sireen pursued certifications in exercise, wellness and nutrition, equipping herself with the knowledge to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Now HYPOXI certified, a testament to her commitment in the latest wellness, fat burning and recovery technology. Sireen owns HYPOXI Chicago where she aspires to empower others on their wellness journeys, drawing from her own experiences and dedication to living a vibrant and healthy life. Sireen A Chacra is not just a business owner; she is a beacon of inspiration for those seeking positive and holistic transformations in their lives.

Dr. Jason Pencek is a Chiropractor and Nurse Practitioner who started working in medicine as a Registered Nurse in 2010 quickly realizing the limits of traditional Western medicine.

Dr. Pencek went back to school in 2012 to study for his Chiropractic Doctorate attending The National University of Health Sciences. Dr. Pencek’s passion and excitement for medicine grew quickly along with his desire to expand into all forms of wellness so while in school, Dr. Pencek began his Nurse Practitioner degree at Olivet Nazarene.

On Dr. Pencek’s wellness and education journey IV therapies became an area of interest. Dr. Pencek has been trained in dozens of therapies such as IV nutrients, IV chelation, platelet rich fibrin joint injections, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy,
peptide therapies, neural therapy, ozone therapy, peri-neural therapy, stem cell therapies, and exosome therapies.

Dr. Pencek has made it his goal to improve longevity and health span in all of his patients and INA is excited for him to share his knowledge, expertise and passion for wellness with our community at INA.

Graduated from National University of Health Sciences with a Doctorate in Chiropractic medicine and also earned the certificate to perform Acupuncture. Dr Katie started her career in healthcare as a massage therapist, specializing in myofascial release and targeted structural interventions for trigger point therapy. Her passion for health and wellness has brought her to passionately seek out the most advanced therapies and treatment approaches to maximize her ability to educate and treat her community. Dr. Katie strives to combine her hands-on manual therapy skills, chiropractic adjustments, and tailored neuromuscular rehab protocol to make lasting changes in a person’s function and decrease the likelihood of injury. Dr Katie understands the negative effects of dietary chronic inflammation and enjoys guiding her patients through better nutritional habits and supplement advice.

Dr Katie holds additional training from: the Motion Palpation Institute MPI, Dynamic Neuromuscular Rehabilitation DNS, GRIP assessment and rehabilitation, Neurodynamic Solutions NDS, Precision Neuromuscular Therapy for TMJ disorders, RockTape kinesiology taping, Cupping therapy.

Dr Katie has a positive outlook and enjoys building relationships with her patients. Her passions outside of work include living an active lifestyle: lifting weights, yoga, group fitness, meditation, dancing, and hiking in the woods.She is an amateur chef who loves exploring restaurants in the city. Dr Katie is excited to help you find solutions to your pain and get you feeling better than before!

Melissa is a seasoned Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of diverse nursing experience. Melissa began her nursing journey in the intense environment of the ICU, specializing in Burns and Plastics care, where she honed her skills in critical care patient management, wound healing, and post surgical care.

After obtaining her Master’s degree and becoming a Nurse Practitioner, Melissa transitioned her career to the Emergency Room. Her dedication to patient care led her to the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she courageously served in an urban hospital. In the summer of 2020, Melissa traveled to New York City to aid in the crisis, further showcasing her commitment to healthcare excellence.

Driven by a desire to empower individuals to feel their best, Melissa has shifted her focus from treating patients at their most vulnerable to helping them achieve optimal wellness. With a passion for preventative care, nutritional wellness, and aesthetics, Melissa offers comprehensive services aimed at enhancing both inner vitality and outer beauty.

At INA, Melissa combines her extensive medical knowledge with a personalized approach, ensuring each client receives tailored care and achieves their wellness goals.

I am a makeup artist and licensed esthetician who specializes in skincare treatments, facials, and customized makeup applications to enhance your natural beauty. My focus is helping my clients achieve their desired outcome with a personalized approach to their skincare and or makeup needs. My goal is to provide a relaxing experience while showcasing my skills to fit your needs. 

       I graduated from Tricoci University and currently work in television and film. I am part of the makeup team for one of the top morning news shows in Chicago. With over a decade of experience my passion for skincare and makeup allows me to use a combination of the two to achieve the best possible results. 

Naseem’s passion for beauty began at a young age, helping in her family’s salon and learning from her mother’s beauty transformations. With over 20 years of experience in threading, hair and facials she has mastered the art of enhancing natural beauty. Known for her keen eye, shaped by working with diverse clients worldwide, Naseem now specializes in threading at INA.

Ondreya is a dedicated esthetician with a passion for enhancing natural beauty through expert skincare, brow, and lash services. She is a Licensed Esthetician who is equipped with the skills to provide top-tier treatments tailored to each client’s unique needs.

At Ina, she specializes in signature facials, lymphatic drainage massages, Hydrafacials, chemical peels, BioRePeels, dermaplaning along with precision brow and lash enhancements. Her mission is to create a relaxing, results-driven experience that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and radiant. She believes in blending science with self-care, offering treatments that nourish both your skin and your spirit.

Dr. Avani Patel-Miller is a naturopathic physician and chiropractor who adopts a fully integrative approach to health and wellness. She believes that health care practitioners, of all disciplines need to work with one another to achieve optimal patient results. She works closely with PCPs, midwives, pediatricians, gastrointestinal specialists and other specialists in the area to help address many chronic and acute conditions in adult and pediatric populations. Dr. Patel-Miller has a solid background in naturopathic principles and her approach is based on re-establishing a basis for health through education and lifestyle changes. She combines her knowledge of the body and how it should function optimally with chiropractic principles and the use of natural remedies to effect change in both the chronic and acutely ill. Treatments include homeopathic remedies, western botanicals, vitamins/minerals, chiropractic adjustments, hydrotherapy treatments, exercise, counseling and nutrition.

“Let’s Ask Spirit” began on the lips of viewers in early May of 2020. By June, her videos reached 2.2M views & she cultivated a following of 40K followers on TikTok. This lead to working with private clients in one on one sessions. Three years & a poetry book later, Effie began creating programming in her community here in Chicago at places such as the Waldorf Astoria Spa, Equinox, & Ina. These rituals offer the opportunity for guests to tap into their own intuitive gifts, find inspiration, learn to work with the present astrology & receive insights from in person tarot readings. To supplement this programming, she writes an esoteric wellness gazette TRY AGAIN L8R, that features elements of play, horoscopes, & commissions from local female artists, that are distributed at her events.