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A Global Company with a Local Flavor
The Western Suburb’s FlavorChem is a family business in a worldwide market By Maureen Callahan “We make flavors from A-Z,” said Eric Larson, Production Manager at FlavorChem. “We don’t actively sell a zucchini flavor yet, but we do sell a Greek Yogurt flavor, so technically, I guess we’re A-Y,” he jokes. FlavorChem is an international…
Read MoreOak Elementary School Spring Fling
The Oak Elementary School PTO held their Spring Fling Fundraiser on May 16. Led by Kacy Baker and Heather Beck, the successful event drew 160 attendees to the Chicago Highlands Club, including Oak parents, staff, and several D181 Board of Education members. The event raised approximately $70,000, which will be used for the construction of…
Read MoreMemorial Day in Hinsdale
Photos by Atticus Fair Hinsdale commemorated Memorial Day on Monday, May 26, beginning with a 7 a.m. service at Bronswood Cemetery. A 10 a.m. procession stepped off at Third and Garfield, ending at the Memorial Building, where a ceremony followed. Highlights included a reading of “Flanders Fields,” performances by the Hinsdale Chorale and marching band,…
Read MoreDr. Justin LaReau of Hinsdale Orthopaedics
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): Was there a specific moment or experience that confirmed you wanted to become an orthopedic surgeon? Dr. Justin LaReau, MD: During medical school and residency, I assisted in a complex joint reconstruction case. Seeing the patient’s ability to regain mobility and quality of life after surgery had a profound impact on…
Read MoreDr. Sean Cahill Concierge Internal Medicine Practice
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): Why did you choose to open your own Concierge Internal Medicine practice in Chicago? Dr. Sean Cahill: Quite simply, I wanted to have more time for better relationships with my patients, to be able to practice medicine the way it should be. I had 3500 patients at my prior practice; the…
Read MorePatricia S. Mikes, MD MBA Northwestern Medicine Physician Network Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue a career in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine? Dr. Patricia Mikes: When beginning my pulmonary career at Yale, I intended to become a teacher and researcher. Although successful, I wanted more excitement than the lab could provide. I’ve always been drawn to complex cases that require…
Read MoreDr. Shakilabanu Meerapatel Family Medicine UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Primary Care
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine? Dr. Shakilabanu Meerapatel, MD, FAAFP: My inspiration to pursue medicine stems from the story of my own birth. In a rural village in India, my mother faced complications during her first pregnancy—mine—because of a breech presentation that went undetected due to a…
Read MoreDr. Christina Steil CSC Steil Dermatology
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): What inspired you to pursue dermatology and establish CSC Dermatology? Dr. Christina Steil: During my medical internship, I was caring for a complicated patient with unusual skin lesions. The dermatology team was called in, and witnessing the attending dermatologist diagnose the patient at the bedside was a pivotal moment that inspired…
Read MoreDr. Paula S. Malhotra SKN Institute
Hinsdale Magazine Group (HMG): How did you decide on your area of specialization? Dr. Malhotra: I was initially drawn to dermatology because of my own experiences with severe acne and precancerous moles—challenges that allowed me to deeply relate to my patients’ concerns. What ultimately solidified my passion for the field was its unique blend of…
Read MoreElmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Photos by Victor Hilitski The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held on March 8, celebrating Irish culture with colorful floats, marching bands, and festive participants. It drew thousands of spectators to downtown Elmhurst for a fun-filled family event and showcased local community spirit, Irish heritage, and lively entertainment. This year, Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry was…
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