The Associates in Ob-Gyn Blog

Sophia Chin also offers excellent clinical care tailored to each individual.  Raised in the Midwest, she received her undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago and moved on to complete medical school and her residency from the University of Illinois at Chicago.  She feels education is extremely important, whether assisting students in academics or explaining what it means to have an abnormal pap smear.  “I love teaching and have been involved in a multitude of teaching opportunities at every stage of my life, from high school to the present,”  Dr. Chin says.  “Understanding the ‘whys’ and ‘whats’ of medicine is pertinent for everyone, and proper counseling is the key to excellent medical care.”

She believes women are the pillars of society and are born to care for their family, friends, and even strangers.  The passion that we have is what makes us unique, but many times we pass over ourselves to care for others.  “I went into this field to guide women to better health in homes of improving awareness and compliance with preventative care,” she says.  She believes every patient should have a strong relationship with her health care provider and that encouragement, education, and counseling are critical for optimizing one’s health throughout life’s many stages.  “I hope to provide this for you and keep you healthy and strong,” she says.

Dr. Kristia Patsavas joined Associates in ObGyn a little over a year ago.  She was born and raised in Palos Heights and is the oldest of three siblings.  She enjoyed caring for her younger brothers alongside her parents.  When it became time to choose a field of study, she knew she wanted to work with people but hadn’t yet considered a career as a physician.  It wasn’t until a close teacher of hers suggested she become an ObGyn because of her warm, caring personality and great listening skills.  “Becoming a doctor made perfect sense,” Dr. Patsavas says.  “It was just the right combination of science and humanity.”

Two years later, she started medical school.  She enjoyed all of her rotations but says nothing compared to obstetrics and gynecology.  She describes delivering a newborn as a feeling second to none in this world and enjoyed providing comfort and compassion to those in need during tragic times.  “Obstetrics and gynecology had brains, emotions, and, most importantly, heart,” she says.  “It was so me.”

She found her dream practice at Associates in ObGyn in Park Ridge.  The office was warm and comfortable, the staff was friendly and endearing; and the doctors were poised, eloquent and up-to-date with the latest medical and surgical advances.  “They were the kind of doctors that I would choose for myself,” Dr. Pastsavas says.  “I had found my place.”  Her practice philosophy is simple, she says.  She’s the healthcare guide on her patients’ road to health, a lifelong journey.  “Sometimes it is easy, sometimes it is hard, and sometimes it can even cause worry,” she says.  She’s there to provide education, assist with decisions, and alleviate fears. 

Today is the start of our blog which will be used to educate and give valuable information about Obstetrics, Gynecology, our office, our doctors, and other issues concerning women's health and well-being.  We hope that you will enjoy our posts.