About Forum Health Bloomingdale, IL

Integrative & Functional Medicine Specialists

Forum Health is proud to serve the greater Chicago area through its Bloomingdale location with functional and integrative care providers, health coaches, and a result-driven team. Led by Dr. William Epperly MD, this facility offers treatments such as Medical Grade IV Therapy, Gut Detox, and Weight Loss Injections with life-changing outcomes. Providers work with their patients to create personalized care plans and treat such ailments as hormone imbalance, leaky gut, and autoimmune disease. Our exceptionally trained staff are here to help improve the health and well-being of the community they work and live in.

Meet Our Providers:

Dr. Epperly has been a board certified family practitioner since 1985. He received his M.D. degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, and completed his family practice residency at St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago where he served as Co-Chief Resident.

Dr. William L. Epperly's Bio

Dr. William Epperly is a board-certified family practitioner with more than 30 years of experience. He has also received special training through courses and seminars in the areas of allergy, hormone therapy, and clinical nutrition. This has enabled him to become enormously more effective in dealing with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, menopause, arthritis, bowel problems, and many others while being able to rely much less on drug therapy.

EDUCATION

BA, Augustana College
MD, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria

SPECIALTIES

Autoimmunity
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Weight Loss
Menopause
Hormone Imbalance
Thyroid Disorders
Food Allergies and Intolerances
Chronic Fatigue

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

Roanne received her Bachelor’s Degree from Illinois State University with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry. She earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University (formerly known at Finch University of Health Sciences).

Roanne Dunaway's Bio

She looks at diet and supplements and her care is all-encompassing.

Roanne Dunaway, PA-C, believes in a holistic approach to healthcare and is passionate about lifestyle and nutrition as the foundation for health and wellness. She is especially interested in working with patients for preventive health care and managing conditions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree from Illinois State University majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry.
Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University.

SPECIALTIES

AFFILIATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

National Commission on Certification of the Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
Illinois Physician Assistant State license

Anjitha received her bachelor’s degree from Loyola University in Chicago, Illinois where she majored in psychology. She went on to earn her Masters in Medical Sciences from Midwestern University’s Physician Assistant Studies.

Anjitha Thomas's Bio

Anjitha takes the time to really listen to concerns and is extremely knowledgeable.

Anjitha Thomas, PA-C believes in a holistic approach to healthcare and strongly values listening to patients’ needs. More so, Anjitha is passionate about addressing the root cause of health conditions, getting patients from sick to well to thriving in everyday life.

SPECIALTIES

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loyola University in Chicago, Illinois
Masters in Medical Sciences from Midwestern University’s Physician Assistant Studies

AFFILIATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

National Commission on Certification of the Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
Illinois Physician Assistant State license

Milani Philip, FNP-BC, started her career in medicine, in 2007, as a CNA in the orthopedic unit before obtaining her BSN and moving into the orthopedic/surgical care center.

Milani Philip's Bio

Milani Philip, FNP-BC, started her career in medicine, in 2007, as a CNA in the orthopedic unit before obtaining her BSN and moving into the orthopedic/surgical care center. After obtaining her MSN degree and FNP certification from Olivet Nazarene University, she worked in psychiatry, caring for individuals in underserved communities and long-term care facilities. Milani’s diverse background has granted her experience in treating patients with substance abuse and severe persistent mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, OCD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, trauma and PTSD.

Milani chose to practice functional and integrative medicine because she has always had a passion for finding the root cause of her patient’s health conditions. She believes there are many aspects providers have to take into account when caring for patients. Factors such as; patient’s environment, lifestyle, genetics, exercise, diet, and sleep patterns are vital when creating a treatment plan.

Milani lives by the motto: “treat others how you would like to be treated” especially when it comes to her patients. She enjoys working collaboratively with the patient and others involved in the care their care to provide the best treatment plan. Milani strives for the best health outcome for her patients and is happy to work with Forum Health, where her care standards are shared and celebrated.

EDUCATION

University of Sainnt Francis, Joliet, IL
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Graduated with Honors
Olivet Nazarene University, Oak Brook, IL
- Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Program
- Graduated with Honors