Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Healthcare Partner in Sycamore, IL
At Family First Physicians, we have dedicated ourselves to providing compassionate, family-centered healthcare since 2006. Our practice was founded on the belief that every patient deserves personalized attention, with a team that listens carefully to individual needs and prioritizes long-term wellness. Our board-certified physicians and experienced nurse practitioner bring decades of expertise in pediatrics, women's health, and breastfeeding medicine, combining clinical excellence with a warm, supportive environment. We emphasize preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices, offering services ranging from routine wellness visits to specialized treatments like medical aesthetics and pelvic floor therapy. Our commitment to the community is reflected in our active involvement in local health initiatives and recognition through awards such as the Chicago Area Breastfeeding Coalition's Breastfeeding Friendly Physician Award.By integrating advanced technologies like Votiva vaginal rejuvenation with traditional care methods, we ensure our patients receive comprehensive, evidence-based solutions. Our team's extensive experience, including leadership roles at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, underscores our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of medical practice. We strive to empower patients through education, offering resources like Dr. Karen Federici's plant-based nutrition guides and parenting workshops. Every interaction is guided by our core principle: treating patients like family, ensuring they feel heard, supported, and confident in their healthcare journey.
Services
Pediatric Healthcare
Women's Health
Breastfeeding Support
Medical Aesthetics
Wellness Programs
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Board-certified physicians with specialized training in breastfeeding medicine
- Personalized care plans tailored to each family's unique needs
- Comprehensive services spanning pediatrics, women's health, and wellness
- Award-winning providers recognized for patient-centered excellence
- Integration of advanced technologies with holistic wellness approaches
What people say
Truly cares about the well-being
Incredible staff
Patient, kind
Empowering approach
Knowledgeable support
Services
Pediatric Healthcare
We provide comprehensive pediatric care from birth through adolescence, focusing on preventive medicine, developmental monitoring, and family-centered treatment. Our approach combines clinical expertise with practical parenting guidance, offering wellness visits, immunizations, and specialized support for common childhood concerns. With decades of experience, including Dr. Federici's background as a mother of four, we deliver care that addresses both medical needs and family dynamics.
Women's Health
Our women's health services include annual exams, preventive screenings, and specialized care for reproductive and general wellness. We offer routine gynecology, nutrition counseling, and innovative treatments like Votiva vaginal rejuvenation combined with pelvic floor therapy. The practice emphasizes patient education and empowerment, with providers who take time to understand individual health goals and concerns during extended appointment times.
Breastfeeding Support
As one of the few practices with a physician board-certified in breastfeeding medicine, we provide expert support for nursing mothers. Services include consultations, donor human milk access, and evidence-based guidance to achieve breastfeeding goals. Dr. Federici's specialized training and personal experience as a mother inform our compassionate approach to overcoming common breastfeeding challenges.
Medical Aesthetics
We offer non-invasive aesthetic treatments including Votiva vaginal rejuvenation, injectables, and laser hair removal. Our services combine InMode technology with personalized care to address cosmetic concerns while maintaining natural appearance. The practice emphasizes safety and effectiveness, with consultations to determine appropriate treatment plans aligned with overall wellness goals.
Wellness Programs
Our wellness approach integrates medical care with lifestyle modifications, offering nutrition counseling, plant-based diet resources, and preventive screenings. We require regular wellness visits to monitor health metrics, administer immunizations, and provide age-appropriate health education. The program emphasizes proactive care to prevent illness and promote long-term healthy habits for entire families.
People
Dr. Karen Federici
Founder & Board-Certified Family Physician
Dr. Federici founded Family First Physicians in 2006 after serving as medical director of Northwestern Medicine's Breastfeeding Center. A board-certified family physician and lactation medicine specialist, she empowers mothers through evidence-based care while balancing her practice with raising four children.
Krissy Ross
Nurse Practitioner
Krissy brings over 20 years of maternal-child health experience as a Certified Lactation Counselor and award-winning nurse practitioner. Her expertise complements the practice's focus on family-centered care, with a commitment to community service in Sandwich, IL.
Questions
What age groups do you treat?
We provide care from infancy through adulthood, with specialized services for children, women, and families.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients and families. Contact us to schedule your first appointment.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans. Contact our billing coordinator for specific coverage details.
Are breastfeeding consultations covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover lactation services. Check with your provider for specific benefits.
What aesthetic services are available?
We offer Votiva vaginal rejuvenation, injectables, laser hair removal, and evanhealy skincare treatments.
How can I access donor human milk?
We dispense pasteurized donor milk from Mothers' Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes for qualified recipients.
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