About us

Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Vitae Health Systems was founded in 2018 after recognizing the need for additional internal medicine support to augment the attending physicians at skilled nursing facilities. Additional services offered grew from the success and dependability of our providers with coverage now stretching across the Midwest and East Coast. Our ownership and executive team has operated in the skilled nursing space for over 20 years.

Isaac Freund

Chief Operating Officer

Isaac Freund

Chief Operating Officer

Isaac Freund has served as Chief Operating Officer for Vitae Health Systems since May of 2018. Prior to joining Vitae, Isaac accumulated extensive experience in the Skilled Nursing space over seven years, beginning as a facility administrator before eventually becoming a Regional Director or Operations, Regional Director of Business Development and then Vice President of Project Management and Implementation for an organization managing 50+ skilled facilities nation-wide. Isaac has specialized training and experience dealing with the post-acute population within the Long-Term Care space, making him a natural fit as a leader for Vitae.

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Nancy Kinyanjui

Senior Vice President of Clinical Services

Nancy Kinyanjui

Vice President of Clinical Services

Nancy Kinyanjui, MSN, AGPCNP-BC is a Vice President of Clinical Services for Vitae Health Systems. Nancy received her master’s degree in nursing from Northern Illinois University. Nancy’s clinical experience as a registered nurse has been primarily in extended care facilities such as long term care, short term rehab, dementia and memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities. As a nurse practitioner she served patients in the post-acute settings as well as conducting in home assessments of patients for insurance companies. As part of the Vitae team, Nancy is able to continue to follow her passion and also ensure that Vitae providers provide quality care to the geriatric and long term care population through continuing education and clinical support.

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Tatjana Solar

Vice President of Clinical Services

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Tatjana Solar

Vice President of Clinical Services

Tatjana Solar joined Vitae in 2022 and serves as a VP of Clinical Operations overseeing the clinical operations of Vitae’s Health Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioners (NPs) nationwide. Tatjana completed her undergraduate degree in Applied Science/Nursing at University of Wyoming and her Doctorate in Healthcare Administration with emphasize in Quality Improvement and Analytics at Capella University. Tatjana has over a decade of experience in Skilled Nursing, initially serving as a License Practical Nurse and then serving as Register Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, and then APN-SNF’st in 2016.  Just prior to joining Vitae, Tatjana completed two years of service as a Hospitalist NP at one of the Chicago’s safety-net hospitals in the city’s south side. 

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Libby Reinecke

Vice President of Mental Health

Libby Reinecke

Vice President of Mental Health

Libby Reinecke, LCSW, CCTP joined the team at Vitae Health Systems in 2019 and has played an integral role in the development and management of the Vitae Mental Health service line. Libby graduated with her master’s degree in clinical social work at Smith College School for Social Work in 2010 and quickly moved to Chicago. Throughout her career she has held both a private practice and multiple leadership roles in medical settings. She has spent most of her career collaborating and working towards making health care a safe space and more accessible for everyone.

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Stephanie Sandor

Director of Clinical Partnerships

Stephanie Sandor

Director of Clinical Partnerships

Stephanie Sandor serves as the Director of Clinical Partnerships for Vitae Health Systems, overseeing hiring, onboarding, and facility integration of Vitae’s Mental Health service line. Stephanie has been with Vitae since 2019 and has helped to develop and grow our Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, and Psychotherapy service lines. Stephanie completed her Master’s degree in Social Work at Loyola University of Chicago. After completing her Master’s, Stephanie spent six years in SNF management, spending most of her time as administrator of high-acuity, primarily post-acute facilities, making her a natural fit for Vitae Health Systems.

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Caitlin Davis

Compliance Officer

Caitlin Davis

Compliance Officer

Caitlin Davis earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration through The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2012. She entered the Skilled Nursing industry as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator prior to joining Vitae as an Operations Manager in 2019. In Caitlin’s current role as the company’s Compliance Officer, she is responsible for developing and maintaining an effective Compliance and Ethics Program.
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Sinead O’Sullivan,

Operations Manager

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Sinead O'Sullivan

Operations Manager

Sinead O’Sullivan serves as an Operation Manager, overseeing operations for Nurse Practitioners in Illinois. She completed her undergraduate degree at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and her Masters in Social Work at the University of Illinois.

Sinead has been working in Long Term Care for twelve years; as both an Administrator and Director of Social Services/Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services Director. She will be applying more than a decade of experience to support Vitae’s providers and facilities.

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Mason Bigler

Operations Manager

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Mason Bigler

Operations Manager​

Mason Bigler serves as an Operations Manager, overseeing Nurse Practitioners within the Internal Medicine division.  Mason earned a Bachelor of Science in Health degree from Ohio University and recently completed a Master of Business Administration from Youngstown State University. Prior to joining Vitae, Mason worked as a Regional Nursing Home Administrator, covering multiple locations throughout Ohio. Mason is passionate about serving the Long-Term Care population and looks forward to bringing his experience to Vitae Health Systems. 

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Justin Choi

Operations Manager

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Justin Choi

Operations Manager

Justin Choi serves as an Operation Manager, overseeing operations for Nurse Practitioners in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Florida. Joining Vitae in 2021, Justin over saw clinical recruiting and talent acquisition as the Recruiting Manager for 2 years before joining the operations team. Prior to his time at Vitae, Justin spent time in Long Term Care, spending most his time in HR, Compliance, and Administration in a SNF.

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Yosef Sokolin

Operations Manager

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Yosef Sokolin

Operations Manager

Prior to joining Vitae, Yosef Sokolin worked in the finance department of a leading healthcare company in the Chicagoland area. With a passion for analytics and a drive for success, he’s now focused on leading and expanding the Podiatry department at Vitae.

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Mary Jo Graden

Regional Clinical Manager

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Mary Jo Graden

Regional Clinical Manger

Mary Jo Graden, LCSW serves as the Regional Clinical Manager of Vitae Health System’s LCSW Mental Health Program. Mary Jo received her Master of Social Work with a focus in mental health from Loyola University Chicago. Mary Jo’s clinical experience has included her role as psychotherapist and manager in a Community Mental Health Clinic, clinical social worker at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine as well has hospital focused psychotherapy. She has been a clinical supervisor in a number of roles as well as a field work instructor for Loyola University. Her current role with Vitae Health System includes staff development and retention along with clinical supervision of all Vitae Health System LCSW staff.

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Israel Blaustein

Director of Business Development

Israel Blaustein

Director of Business Development

Israel Blaustein joined VITAE in 2021. Prior to joining VITAE, Israel accumulated experience in the skilled nursing space over 5 years, beginning as regional account manager for a medical supply company, and then becoming a regional director of business development for an orthotic and prosthetic company. Most recently he served as Director of Business Development for a telemedicine physician group. Israel has extensive experience dealing with the post-acute population and long-term care space making him a natural fit to lead the Business Development and Innovation team at Vitae.
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Reuven Isaacs

Director of Business Development

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Reuven Isaacs

Director of Business Development

After a rewarding and successful career in the non-profit sector, Reuven transitioned into the healthcare field and successfully ran the midwestern portfolio of a large SNF ancillary, responsible for growing and overseeing hundreds of facilities and a large management team, helping it reach eventual acquisition. Seeking to broaden his healthcare experience, Reuven continued his healthcare career with an Operator in Illinois. Having now joined Vitae, Reuven looks forward to help facilitate continued growth for the company and provide excellent care to the residents serviced.

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Lina Karamaniolas

Human Resources Director

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Lina Karamaniolas

Human Resources Director

Lina Karamaniolas joined Vitae in 2021 and serves as the company’s Human Resources Manager. Lina’s previous work experience as human resources director & business strategist for a national healthcare provider make her an excellent addition to Vitae’s dynamic team. In addition to managing the HR department, Lina brings tremendous knowledge and expertise in: Healthcare auditing and risk, performance management, compensation, benefits, and workplace culture development

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Yesenia Gallegos

Client Relations Manager

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Yesenia Gallegos

Client Relations Manager

Yesenia Gallegos joined Vitae in 2021 and serves as the Client Relations Manager at Vitae Health Systems. She has over 3+ years of professional experience that spans across the hospitality and health industry where she has supported business development teams to understand client needs, resolve customer inquiries, and cultivated key relationships to drive sales and growth across our customer base. Yesenia’s focus is to improve customer experience, ensure our customers understand our services, and maintain the client relationships that are key to Vitae Health Systems success.

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Ryan Burg

Vice President of Recruitment & Retention

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Ryan Burg

Vice President of Recruitment & Retention

Ryan Burg currently serves as the Vice President of Recruitment & Retention at Vitae Health Systems. Over the past 14 years, Ryan has dedicated himself to recruiting and spearheading teams within the healthcare recruitment sector. His commitment revolves around the mission of identifying exceptional healthcare providers to deliver top-tier patient care to the individuals we serve. Ryan spent 7 years focusing his efforts on the long-term care sector. In addition, his expertise has lent support to hospitals, home health agencies, and staffing industries alike. His dedication to the healthcare profession is a testament to his passion for enhancing the quality of care in the industry.

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Cameron Cook

Recruiting Associate

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Cameron Cook

Recruiting Associate

Cameron Cook joined the team in 2023 and serves as a Recruiting Associate for the company’s clinical recruiting and talent acquisition needs. Prior to joining Vitae Health Systems, Cameron worked as a Marketing & Sales consultant within the Real Estate and Logistics industries.

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Michelle Saez

Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle

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Michelle Saez

Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle

Michelle Saez MBA, CPC joined Vitae in 2023 as Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management overseeing all revenue cycle related operations. Prior to joining Vitae, Michelle accumulated over 19 years’ experience in Revenue Cycle, Finance and Operations across multiple specialties in private and academic healthcare settings. She specializes in data analytics, revenue optimization, accounts receivable and overall operations in healthcare.  Michelle has a B.S in Business Administration from Loyola University and an MBA from National Louis University. She is also a certified coder through the AAPC. Michelle’s experience, innovative strategies and partnering leadership makes her a natural fit for Vitae Health Systems.

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Medical Advisory Board

Dr. Jordan Grumet

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

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Dr. Jordan Grumet

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

Jordan Grumet is a medical graduate of Northwestern University. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Grumet then went to practice medicine with a heavy concentration in Skilled Nursing, Geriatrics & Hospice Care in Chicago’s Northern Suburbs. Dr. Grumet no longer practices medicine and is currently working with Vitae and other such organizations in a Medical Advisory Board capacity. 

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Dr. Heberto Z. Hernandez

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

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Dr. Heberto Z. Hernandez

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

Dr. Hernandez completed his Internal Medicine training and residency at the Rosalynd Franklin – Chicago Medical school. Upon completion of his Residency, Dr. Hernandez joined a national hospitalist group, working in the Chicagoland area where he served as a hospitalist and eventually held leadership and management roles from which he acquired experience working in both community-based hospitals as well as specialized health care centers throughout Illinois. In recent years Dr. Hernandez has transitioned into the Post-Acute space, serving as Medical Director of Skilled Nursing Facilities in Illinois’ North Shore area. His vast experience in both Hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities make him a natural fit to serve on Vitae’s Medical Advisory Board. 

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Dr. Teresa Poprawski

Medical Director, Psychiatry Division

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Dr. Teresa Poprawski

Medical Director, Psychiatry Division

Dr. Poprawski is a board-certified neuropsychiatrist with extensive clinical experience as well as executive-level medical administrative background.  She is known as a doctor who applies her in-depth knowledge of the brain sciences in caring for her patients in a compassionate and dedicated way.  

Prior to joining VHS, Dr. Poprawski served as a Chief Medical Officer at Hartgrove Behavioral Health System and as a Medical Director at First Chicago Neuroscience Clinic. For the past decade Dr. Poprawski has been teaching and mentoring medical students and nurse practitioners. 

As Medical Director of  the Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Division at Vitae Health System, Dr. Poprawski combines her clinical expertise and leadership qualities to oversee and guide nurse practitioners to achieve the best outcomes for the patients.

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Dr. Yanovskiy

Podiatric Medicine Division Medical Director

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Dr. Yanovskiy

Podiatric Medicine Division Medical Director

Growing up in a family of physicians helped provide Dr. Alexander Yanovskiy, DPM, with a passion for the medical field at an early age. After completing his Doctorate of Pediatric Medicine from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science, Dr. Yanovskiy completed a three-year ankle surgical residency at Sacred Heart Hospital in Chicago and then went the private practice route, founding the Illinois Foot & Ankle Clinic in Des Plaines, Illinois. 

While Dr. Yanovskiy can treat a wide variety of foot and ankle ailments, he has special interest in diabetic foot care, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, plantar warts and sports injuries. Additionally, Dr. Yanovskiy enjoys caring for children and providing innovative pediatric foot care for congenital deformities, injuries, and developmental concerns many of his young patients face.

As an active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Diabetes Association, Dr. Yanovskiy regularly works with the next generation of physicians, teaching at local residency programs & allowing new podiatrists to rotate through his office for their required training.

Dr. Yanovskiy joined Vitae as the Podiatric Medicine Division Medical Director in 2023.

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Isaac Freund

Chief Operating Officer

Isaac Freund

Chief Operating Officer

Isaac Freund has served as Chief Operating Officer for Vitae Health Systems since May of 2018. Prior to joining Vitae, Isaac accumulated extensive experience in the Skilled Nursing space over seven years, beginning as a facility administrator before eventually becoming a Regional Director or Operations, Regional Director of Business Development and then Vice President of Project Management and Implementation for an organization managing 50+ skilled facilities nation-wide. Isaac has specialized training and experience dealing with the post-acute population within the Long-Term Care space, making him a natural fit as a leader for Vitae.

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Nancy Kinyanjui

Senior Vice President of Clinical Services

Nancy Kinyanjui

Vice President of Clinical Services

Nancy Kinyanjui, MSN, AGPCNP-BC is a Vice President of Clinical Services for Vitae Health Systems. Nancy received her master’s degree in nursing from Northern Illinois University. Nancy’s clinical experience as a registered nurse has been primarily in extended care facilities such as long term care, short term rehab, dementia and memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities. As a nurse practitioner she served patients in the post-acute settings as well as conducting in home assessments of patients for insurance companies. As part of the Vitae team, Nancy is able to continue to follow her passion and also ensure that Vitae providers provide quality care to the geriatric and long term care population through continuing education and clinical support.

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Tatjana Solar

Vice President of Clinical Services

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Tatjana Solar

Vice President of Clinical Services

Tatjana Solar joined Vitae in 2022 and serves as a VP of Clinical Operations overseeing the clinical operations of Vitae’s Health Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioners (NPs) nationwide. Tatjana completed her undergraduate degree in Applied Science/Nursing at University of Wyoming and her Doctorate in Healthcare Administration with emphasize in Quality Improvement and Analytics at Capella University. Tatjana has over a decade of experience in Skilled Nursing, initially serving as a License Practical Nurse and then serving as Register Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, and then APN-SNF’st in 2016.  Just prior to joining Vitae, Tatjana completed two years of service as a Hospitalist NP at one of the Chicago’s safety-net hospitals in the city’s south side. 

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Libby Reinecke

Vice President of Mental Health

Libby Reinecke

Vice President of Mental Health

Libby Reinecke, LCSW, CCTP joined the team at Vitae Health Systems in 2019 and has played an integral role in the development and management of the Vitae Mental Health service line. Libby graduated with her master’s degree in clinical social work at Smith College School for Social Work in 2010 and quickly moved to Chicago. Throughout her career she has held both a private practice and multiple leadership roles in medical settings. She has spent most of her career collaborating and working towards making health care a safe space and more accessible for everyone.

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Stephanie Sandor

Director of Clinical Partnerships

Stephanie Sandor

Director of Clinical Partnerships

Stephanie Sandor serves as the Director of Clinical Partnerships for Vitae Health Systems, overseeing hiring, onboarding, and facility integration of Vitae’s Mental Health service line. Stephanie has been with Vitae since 2019 and has helped to develop and grow our Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, and Psychotherapy service lines. Stephanie completed her Master’s degree in Social Work at Loyola University of Chicago. After completing her Master’s, Stephanie spent six years in SNF management, spending most of her time as administrator of high-acuity, primarily post-acute facilities, making her a natural fit for Vitae Health Systems.

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Caitlin Davis

Compliance Officer

Caitlin Davis

Compliance Officer

Caitlin Davis earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration through The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2012. She entered the Skilled Nursing industry as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator prior to joining Vitae as an Operations Manager in 2019. In Caitlin’s current role as the company’s Compliance Officer, she is responsible for developing and maintaining an effective Compliance and Ethics Program.
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Sinead O’Sullivan

Operations Manager

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Sinead O'Sullivan

Operations Manager

Sinead O’Sullivan serves as an Operation Manager, overseeing operations for Nurse Practitioners in Illinois. She completed her undergraduate degree at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and her Masters in Social Work at the University of Illinois.

Sinead has been working in Long Term Care for twelve years; as both an Administrator and Director of Social Services/Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services Director. She will be applying more than a decade of experience to support Vitae’s providers and facilities.

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Mason Bigler

Operations Manager

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Mason Bigler

Operations Manager​

Mason Bigler serves as an Operations Manager, overseeing Nurse Practitioners within the Internal Medicine division.  Mason earned a Bachelor of Science in Health degree from Ohio University and recently completed a Master of Business Administration from Youngstown State University. Prior to joining Vitae, Mason worked as a Regional Nursing Home Administrator, covering multiple locations throughout Ohio. Mason is passionate about serving the Long-Term Care population and looks forward to bringing his experience to Vitae Health Systems. 

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Justin Choi

Operations Manager

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Justin Choi

Operations Manager

Justin Choi serves as an Operation Manager, overseeing operations for Nurse Practitioners in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Florida. Joining Vitae in 2021, Justin over saw clinical recruiting and talent acquisition as the Recruiting Manager for 2 years before joining the operations team. Prior to his time at Vitae, Justin spent time in Long Term Care, spending most his time in HR, Compliance, and Administration in a SNF.

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Yosef Sokolin

Operations Manager

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Yosef Sokolin

Operations Manager

Prior to joining Vitae, Yosef Sokolin worked in the finance department of a leading healthcare company in the Chicagoland area. With a passion for analytics and a drive for success, he’s now focused on leading and expanding the Podiatry department at Vitae.

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Mary Jo Graden

Regional Clinical Manager

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Mary Jo Graden

Regional Clinical Manger

Mary Jo Graden, LCSW serves as the Regional Clinical Manager of Vitae Health System’s LCSW Mental Health Program. Mary Jo received her Master of Social Work with a focus in mental health from Loyola University Chicago. Mary Jo’s clinical experience has included her role as psychotherapist and manager in a Community Mental Health Clinic, clinical social worker at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine as well has hospital focused psychotherapy. She has been a clinical supervisor in a number of roles as well as a field work instructor for Loyola University. Her current role with Vitae Health System includes staff development and retention along with clinical supervision of all Vitae Health System LCSW staff.

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Israel Blaustein

Director of Business Development

Israel Blaustein

Director of Business Development

Israel Blaustein joined VITAE in 2021. Prior to joining VITAE, Israel accumulated experience in the skilled nursing space over 5 years, beginning as regional account manager for a medical supply company, and then becoming a regional director of business development for an orthotic and prosthetic company. Most recently he served as Director of Business Development for a telemedicine physician group. Israel has extensive experience dealing with the post-acute population and long-term care space making him a natural fit to lead the Business Development and Innovation team at Vitae.
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Reuven Isaacs​

Director of Business Development

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Reuven Isaacs

Director of Business Development

After a rewarding and successful career in the non-profit sector, Reuven transitioned into the healthcare field and successfully ran the midwestern portfolio of a large SNF ancillary, responsible for growing and overseeing hundreds of facilities and a large management team, helping it reach eventual acquisition. Seeking to broaden his healthcare experience, Reuven continued his healthcare career with an Operator in Illinois. Having now joined Vitae, Reuven looks forward to help facilitate continued growth for the company and provide excellent care to the residents serviced.

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Lina Karamaniolas

Human Resources Director

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Lina Karamaniolas

Human Resources Director

Lina Karamaniolas joined Vitae in 2021 and serves as the company’s Human Resources Manager. Lina’s previous work experience as human resources director & business strategist for a national healthcare provider make her an excellent addition to Vitae’s dynamic team. In addition to managing the HR department, Lina brings tremendous knowledge and expertise in: Healthcare auditing and risk, performance management, compensation, benefits, and workplace culture development

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Yesenia Gallegos

Client Relations Manager

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Yesenia Gallegos

Client Relations Manager

Yesenia Gallegos joined Vitae in 2021 and serves as the Client Relations Manager at Vitae Health Systems. She has over 3+ years of professional experience that spans across the hospitality and health industry where she has supported business development teams to understand client needs, resolve customer inquiries, and cultivated key relationships to drive sales and growth across our customer base. Yesenia’s focus is to improve customer experience, ensure our customers understand our services, and maintain the client relationships that are key to Vitae Health Systems success.

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Ryan Burg

Vice President of Recruitment & Retention

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Ryan Burg

Vice President of Recruitment & Retention

Ryan Burg currently serves as the Vice President of Recruitment & Retention at Vitae Health Systems. Over the past 14 years, Ryan has dedicated himself to recruiting and spearheading teams within the healthcare recruitment sector. His commitment revolves around the mission of identifying exceptional healthcare providers to deliver top-tier patient care to the individuals we serve. Ryan spent 7 years focusing his efforts on the long-term care sector. In addition, his expertise has lent support to hospitals, home health agencies, and staffing industries alike. His dedication to the healthcare profession is a testament to his passion for enhancing the quality of care in the industry.

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Cameron Cook

Recruiting Associate

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Cameron Cook

Recruiting Associate

Cameron Cook joined the team in 2023 and serves as a Recruiting Associate for the company’s clinical recruiting and talent acquisition needs. Prior to joining Vitae Health Systems, Cameron worked as a Marketing & Sales consultant within the Real Estate and Logistics industries.

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Michelle Saez

Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle

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Michelle Saez

Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle

Michelle Saez MBA, CPC joined Vitae in 2023 as Senior Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management overseeing all revenue cycle related operations. Prior to joining Vitae, Michelle accumulated over 19 years’ experience in Revenue Cycle, Finance and Operations across multiple specialties in private and academic healthcare settings. She specializes in data analytics, revenue optimization, accounts receivable and overall operations in healthcare.  Michelle has a B.S in Business Administration from Loyola University and an MBA from National Louis University. She is also a certified coder through the AAPC. Michelle’s experience, innovative strategies and partnering leadership makes her a natural fit for Vitae Health Systems.

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Medical Advisory Board

Dr. Jordan Grumet

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

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Dr. Jordan Grumet

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

Jordan Grumet is a medical graduate of Northwestern University. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Grumet then went to practice medicine with a heavy concentration in Skilled Nursing, Geriatrics & Hospice Care in Chicago’s Northern Suburbs. Dr. Grumet no longer practices medicine and is currently working with Vitae and other such organizations in a Medical Advisory Board capacity. 

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Dr. Heberto Z. Hernandez

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

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Dr. Heberto Z. Hernandez

Associate Medical Director, Internal Medicine Division

Dr. Hernandez completed his Internal Medicine training and residency at the Rosalynd Franklin – Chicago Medical school. Upon completion of his Residency, Dr. Hernandez joined a national hospitalist group, working in the Chicagoland area where he served as a hospitalist and eventually held leadership and management roles from which he acquired experience working in both community-based hospitals as well as specialized health care centers throughout Illinois. In recent years Dr. Hernandez has transitioned into the Post-Acute space, serving as Medical Director of Skilled Nursing Facilities in Illinois’ North Shore area. His vast experience in both Hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities make him a natural fit to serve on Vitae’s Medical Advisory Board. 

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Dr. Teresa Poprawski

Medical Director, Psychiatry Division

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Dr. Teresa Poprawski

Medical Director, Psychiatry Division

Dr. Poprawski is a board-certified neuropsychiatrist with extensive clinical experience as well as executive-level medical administrative background.  She is known as a doctor who applies her in-depth knowledge of the brain sciences in caring for her patients in a compassionate and dedicated way.  

Prior to joining VHS, Dr. Poprawski served as a Chief Medical Officer at Hartgrove Behavioral Health System and as a Medical Director at First Chicago Neuroscience Clinic. For the past decade Dr. Poprawski has been teaching and mentoring medical students and nurse practitioners. 

As Medical Director of  the Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Division at Vitae Health System, Dr. Poprawski combines her clinical expertise and leadership qualities to oversee and guide nurse practitioners to achieve the best outcomes for the patients.

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Dr. Yanovskiy

Podiatric Medicine Division Medical Director

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Dr. Yanovskiy

Podiatric Medicine Division Medical Director

Growing up in a family of physicians helped provide Dr. Alexander Yanovskiy, DPM, with a passion for the medical field at an early age. After completing his Doctorate of Pediatric Medicine from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science, Dr. Yanovskiy completed a three-year ankle surgical residency at Sacred Heart Hospital in Chicago and then went the private practice route, founding the Illinois Foot & Ankle Clinic in Des Plaines, Illinois. 

While Dr. Yanovskiy can treat a wide variety of foot and ankle ailments, he has special interest in diabetic foot care, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, plantar warts and sports injuries. Additionally, Dr. Yanovskiy enjoys caring for children and providing innovative pediatric foot care for congenital deformities, injuries, and developmental concerns many of his young patients face.

As an active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Diabetes Association, Dr. Yanovskiy regularly works with the next generation of physicians, teaching at local residency programs & allowing new podiatrists to rotate through his office for their required training.

Dr. Yanovskiy joined Vitae as the Podiatric Medicine Division Medical Director in 2023.

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