Business & Leadership: North Oaks Health System

A SHARED VISION FOR EXCEPTIONAL HEALTHCARE

TEN NEW PHYSICIANS CALLING NORTH OAKS AND THE NORTHSHORE HOME

As the largest community-based health system on the Northshore, North Oaks strives to be the region’s most trusted partner for exceptional quality, safety and patient experience. This vision has earned North Oaks a reputation as the destination for physicians who could practice anywhere but choose to contribute to the health of the thriving Northshore community.

With expertise in cardiothoracic surgery, infectious disease and obstetrics/gynecology to neurosurgery, physiatry, pulmonology and reconstructive surgery, North Oaks’ new physicians are ready to contribute their wealth of knowledge, dedication to patient-centered care, and relentless pursuit of clinical excellence to the North Oaks mission of improving lives, every time and with every touch.

Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic

Amanda Deadmond, MD

Dr. Deadmond specializes in reproductive health, fertility assessments and women’s health issues.

Kayla Burkhardt, MD

Dr. Burkhardt specializes in minimally invasive robotic surgery and managing high-risk pregnancies.

LaVias Burns, MD

Dr. Burns specializes in menopausal medicine and is highly trained in laparoscopic and minimally invasive robotic surgical procedures.

North Oaks Surgical Associates

Aadit Patel, MD

Certified in general surgery with specialty training in plastic surgery, Dr. Patel will enhance the North Oaks Breast Care Program with his expertise in oncological reconstruction.

North Oaks Pulmonology

Kristin Signater, MD

Dr. Signater specializes in pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease and the utilization of advanced diagnostic tools.

North Oaks Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Thien Ninh, MD

As a physiatrist, Dr. Ninh specializes in regenerative medicine, stroke recovery and managing various conditions affecting movement.

North Oaks Cardiovascular Institute

William Smith, DO

Dr. Smith is a cardiothoracic surgeon with expertise in adult cardiothoracic surgery, general thoracic surgery and robotic lung procedures. He is passionate about the prevention and treatment of coronary artery disease, as well as value surgeries and minimally invasive techniques.

North Oaks Neurosurgery

Edward “EJ” Burkhardt, MD

Dr. Burkhardt’s expertise extends to surgical and non-surgical treatments for back and neck disorders. He specializes in robotic spinal surgery utilizing the ExcelsiusGPS® robotic system.

North Oaks Infectious Disease Clinic

Anish Shah, DO

Dr. Shah specializes in communicable illnesses, including multidrug-resistant infections, pneumonia, tuberculosis and more.

Anu Menon, MD, MPH, FIDSA

Dr. Menon specializes in the management of various conditions, including urinary tract infections, wound infections, bone and joint infections, and HIV/AIDS.

Improving Lives. Every Time. Every Touch.