​Midwest Wellness Health Center

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Patricia A. Monaghan, APRN, FNP-BC


Patricia A. Monaghan joined our team at Midwest Wellness Health Center on May 20, 2024.


She is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner credentialed through American Nurses Credentialing Center. She earned her Associate's degree in Nursing from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 2006 and went on to specialize in Women's Health & Obstetrics while she obtained nursing experience and built her family.


In 2016 she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Nursing from the University of Phoenix with High Honors while continuing to gain experience in Women's Health & Obstetrics, Family Medicine, and Employee Health & Wellness as part of the Department of Family and Community Medicine for the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford.


With 16 years of invaluable nursing experience as a Registered Nurse through health promotion, advocacy, education, and collaborative multidisciplinary care Patricia knew it was time to take the next step in her nursing career.  In 2023 she obtained her Master's degree in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Chamberlain University.


She worked as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse as a full-scope Family Medicine Family Nurse Practitioner in Rockford caring for patients from birth to old-age. She was also a Clinical Associate in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology teaching 3rd year medical students Women's Health & Obstetrics. With a special interest in most forms of Addiction (Substance Use Disorder and Non-substance Disorders) Patricia has been treating patients with addictions and is currently completing an Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Fellowship through Rush University


As the mother of 6 children and McHenry County resident we are fortunate to have her serving our community. 


Areas of Interest: Preventive Care (Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric), Disease Management, Hormone Therapy, Weight Management, Pain Management, Mental Health, Addiction, Hormone Pellet Therapy,
** IV Hydration, ** Injectables


** Coming soon

Meghan Berge, MA


Meghan Berge graduated from First Institute in 2012 as a Medical Assistant.

After taking some time off to raise her family, Meghan joined our practice in 2018.  Meghan works tirelessly to ensure that our patients have a great experience from start to finish. 


She assists both Dr. Masukawa and Patricia APRN with various treatments, phlebotomy, and other administrative duties that truly make her an invaluable member of our care team. 




Dr. Ronald A. Masukawa graduated from the National College of Chiropractic in 1993.  He completed a Clinical Practice Residency through an accelerated post-graduate studies program.  Dr. Masukawa began his career in a group practice in Crystal Lake, IL.  And for nearly 30 years he continues his pursuit of excellence in internal disorders, women's health, fertility, pediatrics, ergonomics and acupuncture.


He also maintained a  practice in Rockford for 13 years at Northern Illinois Medical Group where he was involved in the progressive care of patients utilizing both medical and holistic therapy.  Dr. Masukawa resigned his position in 2013, in order to focus and develop his practice in Crystal Lake.


Continuing education is important to keep up with medical advances, innovations and technology.  Dr. Masukawa completed a 2 year diplomate program in Pediatrics.  This training has allowed him to provide more options in the care of expectant mothers, infants and children of all ages.  One area of focus has been fertility protocols.  Not only does he work closely with the hopeful mother during the pre-and perinatal stages, but also with the fetus, ensuring proper development and birthing.


Acupuncture has been an integral part of Dr. Masukawa's practice.  It is often incorporated into treatment protocols for back and joint pain, muscle pain and weakness, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, vertigo, fertility, mood disorders, anxiety and many other conditions.  It is applied through the use of fine needles or for those with an aversion to needles, with laser, microstimulation or Tei shin.


Dr. Masukawa is a believer in preventative care.  Not just for individuals, but for the masses as well.  As an independent consultant for Future Industrial Technologies, he has consulted and trained businesses and industry in injury prevention.  He has worked with police and fire departments, city and village facilities, warehouses, distribution centers, retail outlets, office workers and others for nearly 28 years.  Some clients have included Boeing, United Airlines, Wells Fargo, Chicago Pipe, and Southern Glazer.  

Ronald A. Masukawa, D.C., F.I.A.M.A