Our Team

Janina Locascio, PA-C

Board-Certified Physician Assistant

Janina Locascio is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in spine surgery and musculoskeletal oncology. She began her academic and athletic journey at DePaul University, where she played NCAA Division I soccer while earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Communications. She went on to receive a Master’s Degree in Nutrition Sciences from the University of Illinois at Chicago before completing her Physician Assistant training at Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, IL.

Since 2019, Janina has worked alongside Dr. Colman, assisting in surgery and providing comprehensive clinical care. She is dedicated to ensuring patients fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options, and she strives to create a welcoming, supportive environment for discussing complex medical concerns.

Outside of her professional role, Janina enjoys staying active through Pilates and yoga, walking her adorable toy poodle, Scotch, and spending quality time with her husband, family, and friends. She also finds relaxation and creativity through crocheting, singing and playing piano.

Jenna Niemi

Occupational Therapist

Jenna graduated from The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and then continued her education to include an associates degree in occupational therapy.

She has worked in the healthcare system for over seven years and prides herself in patient-centered care. In addition to her clinical background, Jenna has taken on a growing number of administrative responsibilities in her current role. These include managing patient scheduling, coordinating communications between departments, maintaining accurate medical records, supporting billing and insurance processes, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Her organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask help her keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

In her free time, you can find Jenna reading, scrapbooking, or attending her weekly dance class. She also enjoys spending time with her cat, Gilbert and her nieces and nephews who adoringly call her JJ.