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At Axis Clinics, we provide compassionate, community-focused care to support the health and well-being of individuals and families.
Primary care is the foundation of healthcare at Axis Clinics. Our primary care team partners with individuals
Preventive care helps identify health concerns early and supports long-term wellness.
Annual wellness visits provide an opportunity to focus on the whole person and support ongoing health.
Axis Clinics provides healthcare for children and adolescents with a focus on healthy growth, development
Axis Clinics provides comprehensive women’s healthcare focused on supporting patients through
Axis Clinics supports patients throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period
Axis Clinics provides healthcare focused on the physical, emotional, and preventive health needs
Axis Clinics offers specialized endocrine care focused on conditions related to hormones, metabolism
Vaccinations are an important part of protecting individual and community health. Axis Clinics provides immunization support for patients
Axis Clinics’ Community Health Workers and Resource Navigators help patients address barriers that
Axis Clinics works to connect patients with additional resources that support their overall health and well-being. Through internal referrals
Axis Clinics connects eligible patients with immigration medical examination resources through a USCIS-designated
Axis Clinics connects patients with nutrition resources that support healthy lifestyles, wellness goals
Our Allergies and Immunology services provide comprehensive care for individuals experiencing allergies, asthma, immune system concerns, and other related conditions that can affect daily health and quality of life. Our healthcare team takes the time to understand each patient's symptoms, medical history, environmental factors, and individual concerns.
We work with patients to identify possible triggers, evaluate symptoms, and develop personalized approaches to managing their condition. Care may include education about allergy and immune-related conditions, symptom management, preventive strategies, and ongoing follow-up when needed.
Our goal is to help patients better understand their health, reduce the impact of symptoms, and feel more confident managing their condition. We are committed to providing respectful, accessible, and patient-centered care for individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
Our Family Medicine services provide comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families throughout every stage of life. We focus on building long-term relationships with our patients and providing care that addresses both immediate health concerns and ongoing wellness needs.
Our services support routine checkups, preventive care, health screenings, common illnesses, chronic condition management, and general healthcare needs for patients of different ages. During each visit, our providers take the time to listen to patients, understand their health history, discuss their concerns, and create care plans based on their individual needs.
We also emphasize preventive health and patient education so individuals can make informed decisions about their well-being. By providing accessible and community-focused primary care, we strive to make healthcare easier to understand, easier to access, and centered around the needs of every patient and family we serve.
Our Endocrinology services provide specialized care for health conditions involving hormones, metabolism, and the endocrine system. Hormonal and metabolic conditions can affect many aspects of a person's health, including energy, weight, blood sugar, growth, and overall well-being.
Our team works with patients to understand their symptoms, medical history, and health concerns while developing individualized care plans based on their needs. Services may support patients managing diabetes, thyroid disorders, metabolic concerns, and other endocrine-related conditions.
We emphasize ongoing education, regular monitoring, healthy lifestyle practices, and appropriate treatment strategies to help patients better manage their health over time. Our goal is to provide supportive, coordinated care that helps patients understand their condition, manage symptoms, and work toward better long-term health outcomes.
Our Immigration medical services provide healthcare evaluations and medical examination support for individuals completing immigration-related requirements. We understand that immigration processes can involve many steps and may feel overwhelming, so our team works to make the medical portion of the process as clear, respectful, and comfortable as possible.
We provide a professional environment where patients can receive the necessary medical evaluation and guidance related to their immigration requirements. Our team focuses on accurate documentation, clear communication, and a patient-centered experience throughout the process.
We also recognize the importance of culturally responsive care and strive to make every patient feel welcomed and respected regardless of their background or circumstances. Our goal is to help patients navigate their medical requirements with confidence while receiving compassionate healthcare throughout their visit.
Our Research services support the advancement of healthcare through community-focused research, health initiatives, evidence-based programs, and collaboration with healthcare and community partners. Research plays an important role in helping healthcare organizations better understand the needs of the communities they serve and identify opportunities to improve care.
Our research efforts are focused on generating meaningful information that can contribute to improved healthcare practices and better patient outcomes. Through collaboration, data-driven initiatives, and community engagement, we seek to better understand health challenges and explore approaches that can make healthcare more accessible and effective.
We value responsible and meaningful research that respects the communities and individuals involved. By supporting research and innovation, we aim to contribute to a stronger understanding of community health and help shape better healthcare opportunities for the future.
Our Adult and Childhood Vaccination services provide preventive immunizations designed to help protect children, adults, families, and communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccinations are an important part of maintaining individual and public health, and staying up to date can help reduce the risk of illness and the spread of infectious diseases.
Our healthcare team supports patients and families in understanding recommended immunizations and making informed decisions about their preventive healthcare needs. We provide a welcoming environment where parents, caregivers, and adult patients can ask questions and discuss any concerns they may have about vaccination.
Our team works to make the vaccination process straightforward, accessible, and comfortable while considering each patient's age, health history, and individual needs. By supporting appropriate immunization and preventive care, we help promote healthier individuals, families, and communities.
Our Women's Health services provide compassionate, respectful, and personalized healthcare designed to support women through every stage of life. We recognize that women's healthcare needs can change over time, which is why we focus on providing care that considers each patient's individual health history, concerns, lifestyle, and goals.
Our services emphasize preventive healthcare, wellness, health education, screenings, and support for a variety of women's health needs. We encourage patients to take an active role in their healthcare by creating an environment where they can comfortably ask questions, discuss concerns, and make informed decisions about their health.
Our team is committed to providing care that is culturally responsive, respectful, and focused on the whole person. Through accessible and compassionate healthcare, we strive to support women's physical health, wellness, and quality of life throughout every stage of life.
Our Outreach services are focused on strengthening connections between Axis Clinics and the communities we serve. We work to connect individuals and families with healthcare information, community resources, education, support programs, and opportunities that can help improve their overall well-being.
Our outreach efforts are designed to meet people where they are and help address barriers that may make it difficult to access healthcare or other essential resources. Through community engagement, health education, outreach activities, partnerships, and resource navigation, our team works to build trust and create stronger connections within the community.
Outreach also provides an opportunity to listen to community members, better understand their needs, and connect them with appropriate services and support. Our goal is to make healthcare information and community resources more accessible while promoting awareness, empowerment, and healthier communities.
By working alongside individuals, families, community organizations, and local partners, we strive to create meaningful connections that extend beyond the clinic and support long-term community health.
Primary care is the foundation of healthcare at Axis Clinics. Our primary care team partners with individuals and families of all ages to support lifelong health through preventive care, treatment of common health concerns, chronic condition management, and ongoing wellness support. We provide compassionate, culturally responsive care focused on building trusted relationships and helping patients navigate their healthcare journey. When additional care is needed, our team helps coordinate referrals and connect patients with appropriate resources.
Preventive care helps identify health concerns early and supports long-term wellness. During routine visits, our care team works with patients to understand their health history, assess wellness needs, and recommend appropriate screenings and preventive services based on individual health needs. Our goal is to help patients stay informed, address concerns early, and create a plan to support their overall health.
Annual wellness visits provide an opportunity to focus on the whole person and support ongoing health. These visits allow patients to build a relationship with their care team, discuss health goals, review preventive needs, manage ongoing conditions, and connect with appropriate healthcare resources. Our team works collaboratively with patients and families to support wellness throughout every stage of life.
Axis Clinics provides healthcare for children and adolescents with a focus on healthy growth, development, and preventive care. Our team partners with parents and caregivers to monitor health over time, support developmental needs, address concerns, and provide guidance throughout childhood and adolescence. We strive to create a welcoming environment where young patients and families feel supported.
Axis Clinics provides comprehensive women’s healthcare focused on supporting patients through every stage of life. Our care team supports preventive health, reproductive and sexual health needs, pregnancy-related care, and ongoing wellness. We partner with each patient to provide respectful, individualized care that aligns with their personal health goals and needs.
Axis Clinics supports patients throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period with compassionate, patient-centered care. Our team provides education, support, and coordination throughout the perinatal journey while helping patients access healthcare services and community resources that support healthy outcomes for parents and families.
Axis Clinics provides healthcare focused on the physical, emotional, and preventive health needs of men throughout life. Our team supports wellness, preventive care, chronic condition management, health education, and lifestyle goals while helping patients address concerns that impact their overall well-being.
Axis Clinics offers specialized endocrine care focused on conditions related to hormones, metabolism, and overall health. Our endocrinology services support patients through evaluation, education, ongoing management, and collaboration with their broader healthcare team to promote long-term wellness.
Vaccinations are an important part of protecting individual and community health. Axis Clinics provides immunization support for patients across different stages of life and helps individuals and families stay informed about recommended vaccines and preventive healthcare needs. Our team provides education and guidance to help patients make informed decisions about their health.
Axis Clinics’ Community Health Workers and Resource Navigators help patients address barriers that may affect their health and well-being. Our team assists with connecting patients to healthcare services, education, community resources, and support programs while helping individuals navigate healthcare systems and access available resources.
Axis Clinics works to connect patients with additional resources that support their overall health and well-being. Through internal referrals and community partnerships, patients may receive assistance with services such as immigration-related healthcare requirements, nutrition support, and other resources that address social and wellness needs. Thanks to one of our partners, we are able to offer patients and community members an assortment of supplies including personal hygiene, baby & perinatal care necessities, household items, incontinence care, and occasionally other items as available. All patient support supplies are of limited availability.
Axis Clinics connects eligible patients with immigration medical examination resources through a USCIS-designated Civil Surgeon. These exams support individuals completing required medical evaluations as part of the immigration process. Our team helps patients understand the process and connect with appropriate services and documentation support.
Axis Clinics connects patients with nutrition resources that support healthy lifestyles, wellness goals, and management of health conditions where nutrition may play an important role. Patients can work with their care team to identify nutrition needs and connect with available resources and community support programs.
Shamera is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered healthcare to individuals and families in her community. She earned her Master’s degree from Oxford Brookes University in the United Kingdom and completed postgraduate training through Walden University. Shamera is committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice, patient education, and individualized care. She believes in partnering with patients to support their health goals and promote lifelong wellness.
Clinical Interests: Family medicine, preventive care, patient education, and evidence-based healthcare.
Brooklyn Gunnare is a Physician Assistant who earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University, graduating with Academic Distinction. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while building meaningful relationships with patients of all ages. Brooklyn believes the foundation of excellent healthcare starts with listening, understanding each patient’s goals, and creating personalized treatment plans that support long-term health. She is passionate about empowering patients through education and partnership to help them achieve their healthiest future.Clinical Interests: Women’s health, dermatology, weight loss medicine, preventive care, and primary care.
Personal Interests: Baking, spending time with family and friends, exploring Minnesota’s lakes and trails, and spending time with her Golden Doodle.
Provider Quote: “Every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and cared for like family. My goal is to help every patient achieve their healthiest future.”
Dominic Irabor is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for patients of all ages. He specializes in primary care, chronic disease management, cardiovascular health, sports medicine, preventive care, and wellness. Dominic believes in delivering personalized care through education, collaboration, and shared decision-making to help patients achieve their best health. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys sports, spending time with family, and serving his community.
Clinical Interests: Primary care, chronic disease management, cardiovascular health, sports medicine, preventive care, and wellness.
Sam joined Axis Clinics in 2025 as a Primary Care Physician Assistant. He provides primary care for patients of all ages, with a special focus on adolescent and teen health. Before beginning his career in medicine, Sam spent 20 years working in economics and finance, bringing a unique perspective to healthcare and health systems improvement. He is passionate about improving the health of Axis patients while advocating for a more patient-centered healthcare system. Sam believes that quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone and works to ensure every patient receives compassionate, equitable care.
Clinical Interests: Primary care, adolescent health, preventive care, and healthcare access.
Nardos is a Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals of all ages. She has a special interest in pediatrics and women’s health and enjoys working in community health settings that support underserved populations. Nardos believes in promoting lifelong wellness through preventive care, patient education, and evidence-based treatment. As a bilingual provider, she is committed to building strong relationships with patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
Clinical Interests: Pediatrics, women’s health, preventive care, and community health.
Languages: English, Amharic
Dr. Lewis is a Family Medicine physician dedicated to providing comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. He is passionate about caring for individuals and families throughout every stage of life and believes that every patient deserves access to a provider who listens, understands, and cares about their unique health journey. In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Lewis enjoys precepting and teaching the next generation of healthcare providers. His motivation to practice medicine comes from his own experiences with illness as a child and his commitment to ensuring that everyone has access to compassionate, individualized care.
Clinical Interests: Family medicine, primary care, preventive care, and caring for patients across the lifespan.
Provider Quote: “Love is all you need.”
Maeve is a Physician Assistant who earned her degree from George Washington University in Washington, DC. She is passionate about providing patient-centered primary care and building collaborative relationships with individuals and families throughout the Twin Cities community. Maeve believes patients should feel informed, empowered, and actively involved in decisions about their healthcare. Her clinical interests include family medicine, adolescent health, and women’s health, with a focus on creating a welcoming and supportive environment for every patient.
Clinical Interests: Primary care, family medicine, adolescent health, and women’s health.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Universal Medical Services dba Axis Clinics Dr. Crispin Semakula is a Board-Certified Endocrinologist with over 30 years of experience providing care in diabetes, metabolism, and endocrine disorders. As the Founder and CEO of Axis Clinics, Chief Medical Officer, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Semakula is dedicated to advancing compassionate, culturally responsive healthcare for diverse communities. He provides specialized endocrine consultations while leading clinical quality improvement, provider development, and community health initiatives. His approach centers on empowering patients through education, collaboration, and personalized care.
Clinical Interests: Diabetes and related disorders, metabolism and nutrition, pituitary, adrenal and thyroid disorders, reproductive endocrinology, hormone replacement therapy, and community medicine.
Languages: English, Swahili, French
