Meet our team

Dr. Bonnie Wise brings a wealth of expertise diagnosing, treating, and educating patients on all facets of women’s health and wellness. Her extensive career in clinical, academic, and administrative roles began at Northwestern in 1997 as a Clinical Instructor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University’s affiliate medical school, The Feinberg School of Medicine. She is a founding partner of the Northwestern Specialists of Women, founded in 2008, and is immensely proud of the team of providers and staff that have come together to deliver the highest level of care to patients. Taking the time to listen and educate is an essential element to her care approach. Dr. Wise provides care from adolescence through post menopause and is a skilled minimally invasive surgeon, offering a host of in-office procedures for polyp and fibroid removal and uterine ablation. Additionally, she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal bleeding, infertility, and perimenopause and menopausal transition. As Chief Medical Officer for Together Women’s Health, assuring that the future of delivering care to women in a private practice model is sustained and prevails in a time where healthcare delivery is changing is her mission and legacy. She has been recognized by the North American Menopause Society and has earned the endorsement by the society as a certified menopause consultant. She has proudly served as the Clinical Liaison for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2014. She represents all the affiliated private providers that comprise the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has served on innumerable hospital committees in her role. Dr. Wise received a B.A. from Boston University, attended The Chicago Medical School, and completed her residency at the University of Illinois and Michael Reese Hospitals. She is a Fellow of The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The American Medical Association, The Chicago Medical Society, The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists. She is lifelong athlete and outdoor enthusiast. In her free time, she loves to gather with friends and family sharing in good food and laughter. Her source of inspiration comes from her husband of 30 years and her two beautiful children who are the loves of her life, not to mention her Portuguese Water dogs!

Upon graduating from Tulane University with an undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering, Dr. McMahon received both a Master’s Degree in Physiology and a Medical Degree from the University of Louisville. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and is a Fellow of The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, as well as a certified menopause practitioner for the North American Menopause Society (NAMS). Dr. McMahon is now focusing her practice on gynecological patients, from adolescence through menopause. Dr. McMahon performs a wide range of office procedures including hysteroscopic polyp and fibroid removal as well as endometrial ablation. She sees her obstetric patients through the first trimester, ensuring a smooth transition to her partners who will provide ongoing prenatal care. Dr. McMahon is a Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University’s affiliate medical school, The Feinberg School of Medicine, and has been practicing since 2001. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three amazing children. She is committed to medical student education and giving back to the community. She has volunteered at a public health clinic on the northwest side of Chicago since 2009 providing gynecologic care to women in an underserved community. In 2019 she also began volunteering at a second clinic in the West Town neighborhood.

As one of the founding physicians of the Northwestern Specialists for Women (NSW), Dr. Salasche brings over 15 years of medical expertise and specialist training. In addition to being a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, she is also on staff at Prentice Women’s Hospital and a clinical instructor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University’s affiliate medical school, The Feinberg School of Medicine. Ensuring all her patients receive the most comprehensive care, Dr. Salasche is dedicated to taking the time to educate patients on all of their healthcare needs. She is committed to furthering patient health and well being, as well as making sure that each and every patient truly understands their symptoms, diagnosis and the proper steps to take towards optimal health. Dr. Salasche is passionate about caring for women and assisting in all life transitions – from adolescence to childbearing, to menopause and beyond. She is skilled at minimally invasive in-office procedures such as endometrial ablation and hysteroscopic polyp and fibroid removal. Dr. Salasche received her B.S. at the University of Illinois in Psychology and then attended Rush University Medical College in Chicago. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lutheran General Hospital, where she also served as Chief Resident. When she can, Dr Salasche loves to focus on her own health and loves riding her Peloton, practicing yoga and weight training. She also enjoys getting lost in a great book! Her husband and two boys are the loves of her life and her favorite travel partners.

Dr. Venkatachalam (she/hers) is a board certified obstetrician/gynecologist with over 20 years of experience in providing progressive and equitable care, from adolescence through menopause. She particularly loves guiding people through their fertility journey, whether it be through contraception counseling and treatments, actively managing infertility obstacles, or providing reproductive choice options. She is an expert in the management of the abnormal pap smear and the treatment of menstrual cycle issues, including abnormal bleeding or PCOS. She is skilled at minimally invasive surgery, including endometrial ablations and hysteroscopic treatments for both abnormal bleeding and infertility. Obstetrically, Dr. Venkatachalam is passionate about managing both low risk and higher-risk pregnancies, including pregnancies that are complicated by hypertension, preterm labor, or diabetes, having presented research on gestational diabetes at both the regional and national levels. She enjoys caring for advanced maternal age pregnancies, twin gestations, and for those who desire evaluation for a vaginal delivery after a cesarean section. With a strong belief that educating women improves health outcomes, Dr. Venkatachalam has served as a guest speaker throughout Chicago, including the Illinois’ Department of Health and Human Services and local organizations like the Northside Parents Network and Step Up!, She continues to be featured on WGN News in Chicago, discussing often ignored female issues. Dr. Venkatachalam is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University where she has earned multiple teaching awards. She has spent time in both Asia and Africa, providing services such as prenatal care and STD prevention to underserved populations as well as providing volunteer gynecological services at the CHC free clinic in Chicago since 2010. In 2022, Dr. Venkatachalam was named a Top Doc by the Best in Illinois Magazine. This demonstrates her ardent belief that comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care can only be achieved through education and the advocacy of reproductive rights. Dr. Venkatachalam graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in Biology and French Literature. She received her Masters in Public Health from the George Washington University in Washington D.C., specializing in Epidemiology. After earning her MD from the University of Tennessee, Memphis, she completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York University. Prior to joining NSW, she was on faculty at Emory University, serving as Residency Coordinator in addition to providing outstanding patient care. Dr. Venkatachalam is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is proficient in both Spanish and French. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 2 daughters, and her dog. She enjoys conducting on-line cooking classes, studying classical Indian dance, and traveling, having visited over 50 countries on six of the seven continents.

Dr. Dugan-Kim joined the highly regarded team at The Northwestern Specialists for Women in 2009. Driven by a desire to help patients achieve both their wellness and family-building goals, Dr. Dugan-Kim provides comprehensive and compassionate medical care to women throughout every stage of their life. The array of obstetrical and gynecological services provided by Dr. Dugan includes annual exams with a focus on lifestyle medicine, adolescent contraceptive counseling, management of PCOS, preconception counseling, infertility evaluation and treatment, and pregnancy care (including multiples). She also treats uterine bleeding and fibroids, provides medical menopause management, performs colposcopy and LEEP procedures as well as gynecologic imaging. Dr. Dugan also performs both traditional and specialty minimally-invasive surgical procedures such as hysteroscopic fibroid resection, endometrial ablation and laparoscopy. Completing her BS in Biology with a Minor in Spanish from the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign, Dr. Dugan graduated Magna Cum Laude and earned the title of James Scholar. She went on to complete both her medical degree and masters in public health at Northwestern University Medical School, earning membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. She completed her residency at Northwestern University Prentice Women’s Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident. She is a Board Certified Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In her free time, Dr. Dugan enjoys an active city life with her husband and two daughters.

Dr. Edelman started with Northwestern Specialists for Women in the fall of 2020, specializing in both high and low risk pregnancies, infertility, individualized contraception counseling and treatment, adolescent gynecology, endometriosis, uterine fibroids and polyps, gynecologic surgery for a wide range of conditions, and general well-woman care. She performs in-office gynecologic procedures that optimize treatment success as well as patient comfort and convenience. She also has expertise and a strong interest in minimally-invasive surgery, including both laparoscopic and robotic gynecologic surgery. She is a certified robotic surgeon with the Da Vinci Surgical System. She emphasizes patient education in her practice and hopes to inspire all of her patients to be active participants in their healthcare. Dr. Edelman received a BS in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin and attended medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She then completed her residency training at Lutheran General Hospital, where she served as the Chief of Education. She is proficient in Spanish. She has a passion for teaching and is involved with medical education at all levels at Northwestern University’s affiliate medical school, The Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Edelman participated extensively in local community health outreach, as well as international mission trips throughout her medical training. In her spare time, she loves to travel, explore the city with friends and family, spend time outdoors, and lounge around with her golden retriever, Penny.

Dr. Mazzullo joins the team at NSW with a commitment to provide exemplary obstetrical and gynecological care to women in all stages in life. Her experience has allowed her to be a competent and compassionate caregiver and educator. Dr. Mazzullo is fully committed to her patients’ best health through preventive health care, state-of-the-art technology, and education. Dr. Mazzullo has a particular interest in preconception health, high risk pregnancies, including twins and advanced maternal age, hypertension, minimally invasive surgery, operative hysteroscopy, and fibroid management. Dr. Mazzullo has been an assistant professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University Medical School since 1997. She continues to be an avid mentor and educator to medical students and residents specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, taking great pride in having received numerous teaching awards over the years. She was an oral board examiner at the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology from 2000-2022, contributing to the maintenance of excellence of physicians in her field. Dr. Mazzullo received her B.A. in Biochemistry at Queens College in New York. She is a graduate of New York Medical School and completed her residency at the University of Massachusetts, where she acted as Chief Resident. She is also the co-author of “Before Your Pregnancy,” a comprehensive guide for couples on preconception health (Ballantine 5/2011). In her free time, Dr. Mazzullo enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling. She also enjoys romping with her golden doodle, Mr. Darcy Parker, who is also her personal trainer ensuring that she gets at least 10K steps a day.

Passionate about the full spectrum of women's health, Dr. Norlin specializes in obstetrics, including high-risk cases, and comprehensive gynecological care from adolescence through menopause. Her expertise extends to surgical interventions tailored to meet diverse health needs. Dr. Norlin is devoted to the continuity of care, valuing the acute aspects of obstetrics and surgery as much as the ongoing relationships she builds with her patients. Her approach is patient-driven and compassionate, emphasizing personalized treatment plans informed by understanding her patients' unique stories and health journeys. Dr. Norlin’s dedication to her field is fueled by her love for both obstetrics and gynecology, ensuring every patient feels heard, cared for, and expertly treated.

Dr. Rich (she/hers) is a committed obstetrician-gynecologist who joins the NSW team prepared to provide compassionate care to patients at all stages from adolescence to menopause. Dr Rich received a BS in Biology with honors from Florida State University and attended medical school at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, where she also completed a master’s in bioethics and medical humanities. She completed her residency training at the University of South Florida during which she was active within the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists serving on Junior Fellow executive leadership and the national PAC committee. Dr. Rich is passionate about advocating for her patients both within and outside the clinical space and takes this passion with her to the NSW team. Her clinical interests include advanced gynecologic surgeries, such as hysteroscopy, minimally invasive hysterectomy, and robotic surgery, care of menstrual disorders, and preventive medicine. Dr. Rich is deeply committed to providing empathetic adolescent gynecologic care, gender-affirming care, and expert family planning and contraceptive counseling. Her approach combines cutting-edge techniques with compassionate, personalized care to support patients at every stage of life. Outside of work, Dr. Rich loves to explore the city and discovering new bookstores and restaurants.

Dr. Lederer is a dedicated obstetrician-gynecologist at Northwestern Specialists for Women, where her clinical passions encompass a comprehensive spectrum of women's health services. Her expertise includes obstetric management, contraceptive counseling, and the management of abnormal uterine bleeding. Dr. Lederer excels in performing in-office procedures such as hysteroscopy and is proficient in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Driven by a profound passion for women’s health, her approach combines evidence-based medicine with shared decision-making, ensuring personalized and effective care for every patient. Dr. Lederer is committed to empowering women through all stages of their lives with knowledge and compassionate care.