We are thrilled to welcome you to IWS Family Health at Dunning, where compassionate, high-quality pediatric care continues. Starting March 3, 2025, we are honored to carry on the trusted care Dr. Staisz has provided for over 40 years.
Whether you’re a returning patient or new to our community, our dedicated team is here to provide the same exceptional service, now with expanded support from IWS Family Health.
M, W 9:30am-6:00pm
T, Th 8:30am-5:00pm
Friday 8:00am-4:30 pm
Saturday 8:00am-2:00pm
At IWS Family Health, your child’s health and well-being are our top priorities. Our Dunning location provides:
Dental Services | 
Prenatal Care | 
Adult Health Services | 
Behavioral Health (BH) | 🏥 Referrals to Specialty Care
…and more!
The compassionate providers you know and trust will continue caring for your family—now with the added support of IWS Family Health’s comprehensive network of specialists and resources.
We are committed to making this transition smooth and ensuring your child receives the highest level of care in a welcoming environment.
Pediatrics
Chief Medical Officer | Pediatrics
Pediatrics
Site Manager
FAQ
No, your child will continue receiving the same high-quality, compassionate pediatric care you trust. Our goal is to make this transition seamless while offering additional support and resources.
Yes! The familiar faces you know will continue caring for your child, along with additional resources from IWS Family Health to enhance your family’s healthcare experience.
Our updated hours are:
To schedule an appointment, call us at 773-782-2800.
In addition to pediatric care at our Dunning location, our Logan Square site offers:
For more information, visit our Services page.
IWS Family Health provides healthcare services, education, and support to children and families in the Chicagoland area.
Call us +1 (773) 782-2800
Visit us 3600 W Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
We provide healthcare services and education to medically underserved and vulnerable families in the Chicagoland area.
Call us +1 (773) 782-2800
Visit us 3600 W Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Monday 8am – 8pm
Tuesday 8am – 6pm
Wednesday 8am – 8pm
Thursday 8am-8pm
Friday 8am-5pm
Saturday 8am-2pm (open on the
2nd and 4th Saturday of the month)
IWS Family Health provides healthcare services, education, and support to children and families in the Chicagoland area.
Call us +1 (773) 782-2800
Visit us 3600 W Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
We provide healthcare services and education to medically underserved and vulnerable families in the Chicagoland area.
Call us +1 (773) 782-2800
Visit us 3600 W Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Monday 8am – 8pm
Tuesday 8am – 6pm
Wednesday 8am – 8pm
Thursday 8am – 8pm
Friday 8am – 5pm
Saturday 8am – 2pm (open the
second and fourth Saturday of the month)
Member of the Illinois Primary Health Care Association (IPHCA) and the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC)
Our tax ID number is 36-2167752.
Dr. Portela is a Board Certified pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She graduated from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago with a Bachelor of Science and a minor in Sociology. After college, she worked as a case manager at Casa Central in Humboldt Park. Soon after she graduated with honors from Ross University School of Medicine and a Masters in Healthcare Administration from National Louis University.
Dr. Portela completed her residency in pediatrics at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her special interests are in areas of high-risk pediatric patients: newborns, obesity, nutrition, and asthma/allergy illnesses.
Dr. Portela was born in Colombia, South America and raised in Logan Square. She is bilingual and understands the multicultural facets of society to medicine. Her special interests are in areas of high-risk pediatric patients: newborns, obesity, nutrition, and asthma/allergy illnesses.
Dr. Portela has been an enthusiastic and dedicated member of the Angel Harvey Family Health Center team since her arrival in 2017. She exudes dedication and leads by example in her role as Chief Medical Officer and brings the same vigor and energy to her leadership as she is a provider and leader of our Comer Sano/Eat Healthy group.
Dr. Emeline Ramos joined the IWS Family Health Pediatrics team in 2022 with over 12 years of experience delivering high-quality pediatric care. After graduating from the University of Chicago in 2001 with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, she moved on to graduate from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in 2008 with an M.D., Doctor of Medicine.
Dr. Ramos is highly skilled in communicating effectively with youth and caregivers to clearly diagnose symptoms and understand their health history. She comes to us eager to apply her extensive expertise in diagnosing pediatric conditions and formulating effective care plans to foster wellness, child development, and pediatric care knowledge at IWS Family Health.
Dr. Ramos is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Tara Ioffe is a dedicated and compassionate Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with a strong commitment to providing excellent care to her patients. She obtained her medical degree from Avalon University in Curacao and went on to complete her Family Medicine Residency at the University of Oklahoma. She has worked at the University of Chicago and most recently NorthShore University. She has since returned to Chicago and is thrilled to join the IWS Family Health team in 2023, where she will continue to provide excellent care to her patients.
Throughout her career, Dr. Ioffe has gained experience in diverse medical fields, such as immediate and urgent care medicine while working at NorthShore Immediate Care. She did clinical research at the University of Chicago. Dr. Ioffe strives to foster a secure and inclusive environment for all her patients. She believes in an integrated approach to medicine, dedicating her time to understand each patient’s unique needs.
During her leisure time, Dr. Ioffe indulges in reading a variety of books for pleasure, plays boardgames, and loves to explore Chicago with her spouse and young child.
