Joel G. Brasch, M.D.
Josef Blankstein, M.D.
Howard Weissman, PhD
Tammy Chavarria, APN
Nancy Corsbie, RN, APN
Joel G. Brasch, M.D.
Joel G. Brasch, M.D., is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology with
subspecialty fellowship training in Infertility and Reproductive Endocrinology. He
studied biochemistry and molecular biology at Northwestern University, Obstetrics
and Gynecology residency at University of Illinois, and OB/GYN residency at the
University of Cincinnati. His fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility
was at Rush Medical College in Chicago. His research interests include brain hormone
function, bio-statistics, and infertility treatments. His clinical interests span the
range of medical and surgical treatments for infertility.
Awards
Dr. Brasch is the recipient of numerous research awards and honors, the author of
multiple articles and scientific journals, and an accomplished micro-surgeon. As a
guest on television and radio talk shows and an authoritative expert for newspapers
and magazines, Dr. Brasch excels in his field.
Philosophy of Practice
Dr. Brasch believes in practicing with “the brain and the heart”. He interprets and
incorporates complicated medical information and presents this to patients. Yet he
softens and presents the information with a warm heart. Having treated thousands
of patients, Dr. Brasch is able to advise couples based upon published medical
data in conjunction with what he would recommend for his own family.
Personal Information
Dr. Brasch lives in the Chicago Area with his wife, Maryanne, his wife of 14 years, and his
6 children, Hannah, Spencer, Maxwell, Lilian, Abigail, and Noah.
Josef Blankstein, M.D.
Joseph Blankstein M.D. has trained abroad and in the United States in obstetrics,
gynecology, infertility, and In Vitro Fertilization. He is a senior Physician and
is highly respected in the medical community. He is chairman of the Department of
Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and Chairman of the Department
of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Chicago Medical School. Additionally, he directs and
coordinates the entire Mt. Sinai residency program in obstetrics and gynecology.
Dr. Blankstein has an extensive background in obstetrics and gynecology. His medical
education began at Tel Aviv University School of Medicine. Additional academic positions
include the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
Dr. Blankstein has also shared his expertise with aspiring physicians while teaching at various
medical schools including Tel Aviv University, Chicago Medical and Mt. Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Blankstein
has published over 100 articles in medical journals, textbooks and medical publications. His special expertise in
reproductive endocrinology and In Vitro Fertilization make him an asset to the ARHC group.
Awards
Dr. Blankstein has received dozens of awards, presented hundreds of medical lectures and has
published over 100 scientific articles. Additionally, he has authored multiple textbook
chapters, manuscripts and is extensively published in medical literature. Dr. Blankstein
is a member of the Fellowship of American College of OB/GYN.
Howard Weissman, PhD
Dr. Howard Weissman is Director of Psychological Services for Advanced Reproductive
Health Centers/Chicago IVF. Dr. Weissman has worked with ARHC patients since 1996. He
is also Director of Psychological Services for Chicago’s Stress Relief Center. Dr. Weissman
earned his PHD in teaching experience at Illinois School of Professional Psychology.
Awards
Dr. Weissman is currently a member of American Psychological Association, American
Society of Reproductive Medicine, Associate in Advancement of Psychology, Illinois
Psychological Association, and Resolve/Infertility Resources Support Group. He has
written multiple articles, medical documents, and has received multiple awards. Dr.
Weissman’s contributions in the psychological community were recognized in 1999 when
the Republic of South Africa invited him to visit as part of the professional delegation.
Personal Information
Dr. Weissman lives in the Chicago Area with his wife.
Tammy Chavarria, APN
Building Trust and Sharing Values
 "I find it a tremendous strength and have enjoyed participating in the care of women through a wide range of areas surrounding reproductive health. I have educational training not only in infertility, but also with gynecology, obstetrics and genetic counseling. My experience and education in advanced practice nursing includes a background as both a clinical nurse specialist and a nurse practitioner. It has enabled me to provide excellent patient care, and also to share with our patients my significant dedication and commitment to counsel and educate patients regarding their personal health care."
- Nurse Practitioner Certification; Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA,
- Master of Science in Nursing with Specialization in Women's Health and Genetics; Rush University, Chicago, IL
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, North Park University, Chicago, IL
- National Certification as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner by the National Certification Corporation
Nursing Experience With Ethics & Pride
Tammy's extensive education and commitment to providing outstanding health care brings a new facet of patient care to our practice. she excels in not only caring for patients, but also educates and mentors the ARHC clinical team. Working side-by-side with the physicians, as well as independently meeting with patients in their treatment, allows continuity of care with a very personal interaction throughout each patient's experience.
A "Golden Rule" Philosophy
"The most important commitment a health care provider can make, outside of maintaining a current knowledge base, is to remember to always treat others as we would want to be treated. I value integrity and respect of individual concerns, and I wholeheartedly appreciate accessibility to my patient's health care providers to maintain extensive open communication in their continuing care."
"Although I have never experienced the difficulty of becoming pregnant, I have endured my own sense of reproductive failure through recurrent pregnancy loss/fetal abnormalities. I deeply empathize with the emotional issues and sense of loss that surrounds desiring a child but struggling to conceive and carry."
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