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About Forum Health Madison, WI

Forum Health Madison

Forum Health Madison offers holistic, personalized medicine that targets the underlying causes of a disease and health challenges.

Rather than treating the symptoms, our providers treat the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – with customized care plans that are tailored to individual needs.

With a broad range of advanced diagnostics and innovative therapies, Forum Health providers reveal otherwise hidden issues that patients may not realize impact their everyday life.

Our team of industry-leading physicians, nurse practitioners, and health coaches help with:

Hormone Optimization
Thyroid Health
Adrenal Dysfunction
Nutritional Balance
Chronic Fatigue Relief
And More

Meet Our Providers:

Traci Eliszewski's Bio

“I felt truly cared for and like my needs would be met with the plan of action decided on.”

Traci Eliszewski, NP (AGACNP-BC) graduated from Marquette University in 2017 and has worked in inpatient medicine as both a Neurology NP and an inpatient Hospitalist for the past 7 years, she started working in Integrative and Functional Medicine 3 years ago. She has taken courses through Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). She joined Forum Health in 2021, where her current focus is on overall health optimization, longevity and anti-aging by balancing and optimizing hormones, weight loss, thyroid, gut heath, peptide therapy, and regenerative medicine techniques.

SPECIALTIES

Traci Eliszewski, NP, is a highly skilled practitioner specializing in Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy, menopause, thyroid health, gut health, and medical weight loss. She is dedicated to addressing complex digestive issues and helping patients achieve optimal wellness through personalized care.

EDUCATION

Masters of Science in Nursing, Marquette University
Bachelor of Science, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

AFFILIATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

Institute of Functional Medicine

Andrew Eliszewski's Bio

Dr. Drew Eliszewski is a board-certified Doctor of Chiropractic and has always strived to empower his patient’s with the goal of making them feel their absolute best by offering nutritional and health advice along with chiropractic care and rehabilitation strategies. Dr. Drew is enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve you and your family and bring health and wellness to the Madison community; he can’t wait to get to know you and help you feel the best you can by looking deeper and gathering your whole health picture.

Dr. Drew believes you have control of your health and can’t wait to be your biggest advocate to help you on your wellness journey. With a strong passion for weight training and weight loss; he has helped patient’s and athletes on all levels achieve their top goals. He has also broadened his chiropractic career practicing rehab strategies to help patient’s get out of pain and better yet, stay out of pain. Dr. Drew graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2017. In his spare time, Dr. Drew loves to spend time with his family. He has a strong passion for fitness, working out, and sports; he is an avid Badger sports fan and Packers fan.

SPECIALTIES

Drew Eliszewski, DC, specializes in chiropractic care, Active Release Techniques, and functional nutrition, with a focus on blood sugar regulation, cardiometabolic health, men’s health, and gut health. He is committed to helping patients achieve optimal performance and overall wellness through personalized, integrative approaches.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Chiropractic-Palmer College of Chiropractic

AFFILIATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

Emily Rodriguez's Bio

Emily Rodriguez CNM, APNP, academic journey includes a Master of Science in Nursing from Marquette University, where she also earned her Bachelor of Arts degree. She holds board certification through the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB), further establishing her commitment to excellence in her field.

Emily Rodriguez was born and raised in Wisconsin, she has spent the last 6 years as a full scope Certified Nurse Midwife, providing comprehensive care to women during various stages of their lives. Prior to her midwifery career, Emily worked as a registered nurse in the field of surgical oncology, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in healthcare.

Outside of her professional life, Emily finds fulfillment in her role as a devoted wife and mother of five children. Together, they embrace a lifestyle that revolves around gardening, homeschooling, and exploring the scenic beauty of Wisconsin’s state parks.

Emily’s journey into functional and integrative medicine began during her teenage years when she faced complications following emergency surgery. Seeking holistic alternatives, she and her family discovered integrative medicine, which has since become an essential aspect of her personal life for the past 20 years. Combining her personal experience with her professional expertise, Emily decided to embrace functional and integrative medicine to provide her clients with a more comprehensive and holistic approach to well-being.

Emily’s clinical focus centers on supporting women through life’s transitions, including puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Through her affiliation with Forum, she looks forward to making a positive impact on her clients’ lives, supporting their well-being and empowering them to lead healthier and happier lives.

SPECIALTIES

Emily Rodriguez, CNM, APNP, is particularly passionate about hormonal health and is dedicated to assisting clients in achieving their wellness goals. Specializing in Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy, menstrual health, and fertility optimization, pregnancy and postpartum. She also brings a personal focus on autoimmune diseases, with a specific emphasis on thyroid health and gut health.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Nursing, Marquette University
Bachelor of Arts, Marquette University

AFFILIATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS

AMCB – Board certified through the American Midwifery Certification Board

Jazzmine Rusch's Bio

Jazzmine Rusch has been a licensed esthetician since 2016 and a registered nurse who graduated from Rasmussen University in 2018, bringing a unique blend of expertise and compassion to Forum Health Madison. Originally hailing from Palatine, IL, she now calls Fort Atkinson, WI, home, where she is committed to serving her community both professionally and personally.

Driven by her mission to ensure that every individual she encounters feels truly seen, heard, and cared for, Jazzmine approaches each interaction with empathy and dedication. Her journey in healthcare began by assisting acne patients and those with aging concerns as a licensed esthetician. Upon earning her RN license, she transitioned into the challenging yet rewarding field of high-risk labor and delivery nursing.

In addition to her core qualifications as an RN and esthetician, Jazzmine holds certifications as a Neuromodulator Injector and SkinPen provider, further expanding her capabilities to provide comprehensive care to her patients.

Beyond the realm of healthcare, Jazzmine finds joy and fulfillment in various pursuits. Whether it’s engaging in strength training and running with Peloton or indulging her passion for cooking, her interests reflect a commitment to holistic well-being. However, her greatest source of happiness comes from spending quality time with her husband and three children. Whether cheering on their favorite sports teams, dancing to the infectious beats of Taylor Swift, or simply relishing in each other’s company, these moments remind Jazzmine of the importance of balance and connection in life.

In every endeavor, Jazzmine is guided by a simple yet profound philosophy: to be a light in the lives of others and to make a positive difference wherever she goes. Through her work as a healthcare professional and her role within her community, she is dedicated to leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the confines of the Forum Health Madison clinic.

SPECIALTIES

Jazzmine Rusch specializes in women’s health as well as aesthetic medicine, offering expertise as an Allergan-certified injector to help patients achieve their cosmetic and wellness goals.

EDUCATION

Associate Degree in Nursing, Rasmussen University

AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS

Allergan-certified injector

Michael J. Sermon's Bio

Michael J. Sermon, PA-C, MPAS, is a dedicated healthcare provider with over a decade of experience in family medicine, urgent care, and emergency medicine. With a passion for helping patients achieve optimal health, he emphasizes lifestyle modifications and personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

Michael’s fascination with science began early in life, leading him to pursue a career in medicine after discovering a passion for anatomy and physiology during college. He graduated from PA school in Pennsylvania and found great value in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions. However, he realized the limitations of traditional medicine when addressing the root causes of disease. This led him to explore functional and integrative medicine, which he embraced as a way to practice proactive, root-cause-focused care.

Michael brings his extensive experience to Forum Health Madison, where he looks forward to partnering with patients on their health journeys. His areas of focus include men’s health, cardiovascular disease, gut health, metabolic disease (obesity, thyroid disease, diabetes, mitochondrial dysfunction), autoimmune disease, and detoxification support. He is particularly passionate about precision age reversal, peptide therapies, and hormone optimization, with a strong emphasis on cardiovascular health—the leading cause of death in America.

Beyond medicine, Michael has a vibrant personal life. He married his wife, Shaliese, in 2007, and have three children. Michael enjoys ice hockey, mountain biking, hiking, farming, playing bass guitar and upright bass, and tackling hands-on building projects. These hobbies reflect his love for staying active and creative.

Michael’s philosophy is centered on helping patients not just survive but truly live—supporting them in making meaningful lifestyle changes and optimizing their health to age gracefully and thrive.

SPECIALTIES

Michael specializes in functional and integrative medicine including chronic disease management, men’s health, and cardiovascular disease.

EDUCATION

Master of Physician Assistant Science, Saint Francis University, Loretto, PA (2012)

Bachelor of Science in Human Movement Science, Utah State University, Logan, UT (2010)

AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS

NCCPA Board Certified

Licensed by the Wisconsin State Medical Board of Medicine

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Our Approach

Forum Health Madison offers holistic, personalized medicine that targets the underlying causes of a disease and health challenges. Rather than treating the symptoms, our providers treat the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – with customized care plans that are tailored to individual needs. With a broad range of advanced diagnostics and innovative therapies, Forum Health providers reveal otherwise hidden issues that patients may not realize impact their everyday life.

OUR MISSION:

To provide healthcare guided by professional standards developed through expertise, training, and experience of peers and professional organizations.
To offer safe, high quality, professional services in a caring and supportive atmosphere
To facilitate a healing response with the least invasive and safest approaches possible.
To strive to identify any causes or triggering factors that underlie symptoms.
To know each patient not only medically, but also as a unique person.
To commit to ongoing education of the medical and supportive staff of the Center, striving for the highest standard of healthcare guided by cutting-edge knowledge.
To encourage patients to be informed and involved in their own healthcare decisions, knowing that informed and pro-active recipients of healthcare have better treatment outcomes.
To foster happiness of all who work here, knowing that laughter and fun result in fulfillment both in our lives and in the lives of those who trust their care to us.