Promise Healthcare - Frances Nelson

Melonie graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has been working in medicine since 1994 and as a nurse practitioner, focusing on Family Practice, since 2003. 

Melonie sees patients of all ages at Promise-Healthcare Frances Nelson.

Melonie is excited to provide primary care to her patients and enjoys learning from them. She wants to be able to help guide a patient’s health so they can have the wealth of wealthy and the happiness that hope brings. 

When Melonie is not at work, you will find her outside, listening to all types of music and spending time with her family, her pet turtle, her chickens, and her little dog.

Melonie also enjoys volunteering and giving back to her community.

Shelly received her education from the
University of Illinois.
She started her nursing career in 1993 but took some time off to raise her daughters. She returned to school to become an NP (Nurse Practitioner) and graduated in 2016. She started at Promise Healthcare in 2017.
Shelly is passionate about caring for the community and ensuring that patients receive the care they deserve and get the help they need.

She encourages patients to advocate for their healthcare, ask questions, and do research because they will never be disappointed in taking care of their health.
In her free time, Shelly enjoys spending time with her spouse of 24 years, her three children, and her puppy. She is active in the community and supports CUPHD (Champaign Urbana Public Health District) and Daily Bread Soup Kitchen. Her daughters started Project Warmth to collect winter coats and donate them to patients at the Frances Nelson Clinic.

Alanna sees patients of all ages at Promise Healthcare - Frances Nelson.

Alanna earned her associate's degree at Parkland College, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and her Master of Science in Nursing at Walden University. A provider, Alanna knows she impacts people's well-being and improves their health. She wants to work with her patients and encourage them to choose healthcare options that fit their lifestyles.

“Little changes can make a big difference" in your overall health.”

Alana loves movies, reading, and traveling in her spare time. 

Marilyn Perez received an associate’s degree in nursing at Parkland College. She then earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing at Purdue University and her Master's in nursing at Illinois State University.

Marilyn sees patients of all ages at the Promise Healthcare – Frances Nelson location.

Marilyn is passionate about educating her patients on conventional and complementary healing practices that emphasize self-care, nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness.

She encourages patients to incorporate healthy habits into daily life by eating nutritious food, daily movement, good sleeping habits, and reducing stress.  These have been shown to improve/protect their physical and mental health.

When not working, Marilyn enjoys taking walks with her husband and their dog. She likes catching up on FaceTime with her daughters, who live out west, cooking, and traveling, and she likes to read at least one book per month.

Marilyn has been married for 23+ years. She has two adult daughters and a son who is a junior in high school. During the pandemic, her family also adopted a dog, Bruno.

“Patients should choose Promise Healthcare for high-quality care without having to break their bank and for the numerous services provided.”

Aicha Lengane received her family nurse practitioner education at Western Governors University. 

Aicha believes that as a provider, it is her duty to serve others and make a difference in their lives.

Aicha sees patients at the Promise Healthcare -Frances Nelson location.

Her vision in life is all about loving, caring, and giving from the purity of heart. She is excited to get to know her patients, and they get to know her to build trust because they can accomplish more when they have a longstanding, trusting relationship.

She believes that people should be able to be provided food and have easy access to healthcare for the people in need in the community.

Aicha grew up in a multilingual community and can speak more than five languages, including English, French, and Bambara dialects.

Aicha is married. When she is not practicing, her hobbies include traveling, cooking, walking, and reading.

Dr. Coker attended Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine and has been a dental provider at Promise Healthcare since 2022.

Dr Coker sees patients of all ages at the Promise Healthcare - Frances Nelson location.

Dr. Coker enjoys learning from patients and working with them to achieve better oral health.

Dr. Coker would like every patient to remember that brushing for 2 minutes 2 times a day, and seeing your dentist helps bring about a great smile.

Dr. Coker likes to travel, play golf, and bake outside the dental operatory.

Dr. Song earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Western Ontario, attended dental school at Case Western Reserve University, and has been practicing dentistry for a few years. 

Dr Song sees patients of all ages at the Promise Healthcare - Frances Nelson location.

Dr. Song enjoys seeing patients' smiles after the procedure and is extremely passionate about learning how to reduce patients' anxiety in dental practice.

He wishes every patient understood that poor health makes everyone unhappy - your friends, family, and yourself. Being a good role model with good health can also motivate your children and family. It is not only the health care professionals that should be improving the health of the population, but patients must try hard as well. The improvement of health can be achieved more effectively when the doctor-patient relationship is more like teamwork than any authority. 

Here are some fun facts about Dr. Song: He enjoyed playing and watching soccer and was captain of his high school varsity soccer team. He also served two years in the military in the Republic of Korea. 

In his free time, Dr. Song likes to watch movies, listen to music, play soccer or tennis, and work out.

Ashtyn Wilcox, RDH, PHDH, received her Dental Hygiene Degree at Lake Land College and has also obtained her Public Health Dental Hygienist certification.

Ashtyn sees patients of all ages at Promise Healthcare - Frances Nelson.

Ashtyn is passionate about helping the patients in our community achieve optimal oral health. She would like each patient to know that oral health is connected to overall health. This means brushing and flossing and seeing a dentist at least every six months are encouraged.

Ashtyn believes patients should choose Promise Healthcare because our dental staff goes above and beyond to create a healthy and enjoyable experience for their patients.

Ashtyn has a very extensive collection of water and coffee cups. When she is away from work, she likes reading books, hanging out with friends and family, and spending time with her mini-goldendoodle, Charlie.

Tiffany completed her education at Walden University and is excited to begin her career with Promise Healthcare as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. 

Tiffany sees patients six and up at our Promise Healthcare Frances Nelson Clinic and is a dedicated mental health professional who is committed to helping others improve their mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. She strongly encourages her patients to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups, exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet, while avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. 

Tiffany firmly believes that these choices can have a positive impact on overall health.  

In her free time, Tiffany enjoys traveling and exploring nature. She is also passionate about supporting youth programs and believes that positive mentors are essential for the well-being of young people. 

Despite being a mother of seven children, two grandchildren, and a dog, Tiffany was able to successfully juggle her family responsibilities with her education. She completed each of her degrees on time without taking any breaks.

Eric received his Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois and his Masters in Public Administration from Indiana University. He is also a Nationally Rostered Child Parent Psychotherapist.

Eric will see patients at Promise Healthcare-Urbana on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays and at Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

With over 30 years of experience working with children and families, Eric remains focused on trauma. The effect trauma has on children, parents, and the community. He remains committed to helping youth overcome and process trauma so that they may realize a greater potential. Enabling the family to function cohesively and enact better communication and insight.

Eric wants patients to know that one bad decision or a good decision will not break the mold. If they made a poor choice, that's okay; tomorrow is another day; make a better decision. If they made a good decision, that's great; now, let's talk about making that a pattern. That will be change!

Eric spent 8 years in the U.S. Army and enjoys mentoring veterans. Eric is fluent in Russian and can speak some French, German, and Spanish. An interesting fact about Eric is that he has wrestled a lion.

He is an unashamed bibliophile with over 80,000 books, and he can still be found in area bookstores, finding new treasures.

Emily earned her bachelor's degree in biology from Greenville University and completed her physician's assistant training at Missouri State University. During her time as a student, she gained notable experience in various specialties, including family medicine, behavioral health, women's health, surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, and emergency medicine. Emily practices at Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson.
Emily is particularly interested in family medicine. "It allows me to treat patients of all age groups and treat a large variety of both acute and chronic conditions" she says. Emily is truly passionate about being a part of her patients' medical journey and getting to know them over time.  
Establishing a solid relationship with a trustworthy healthcare provider who will advocate for your health goals is what Emily believes is the key to improving your health. Since becoming board-certified in January of 2025, Emily is ready to serve her patients as a first-time practicing PA.  
Outside of work, Emily enjoys working out, watching movies, and spending quality time with friends, family, and her three cats. She loves hearing stories about her patients' pets as well! 
 

Missi Allinger completed her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work at Walden University.

Missi is an MSW, a Licensed Social Worker specializing in clinical therapy. Her goal is to assist and advocate for others in our community. She will construct achievable goals and evaluate them as we progress. She looks forward to walking down your path, collaborating, and working with you to improve your whole health. Missi strives to end our community's behavioral and mental health stigmas! It is OKAY - to not be OKAY!

In our confidential environment, Missi will collaborate during her sessions of direct and honest dialogue that encourages creative self-expression, positive emotional and behavioral change, and breaking down internal barriers for your better health, mentally and physically.

Missi works with adults, teens, & adolescents, specializing in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizophrenia, & trauma counseling. She uses a variety of psychotherapy treatments, including but not limited to CBT, TI-CBT, and family-focused approaches. She encourages clients to practice self-care and promotes increased self-awareness and healing to clients!

Missi practices at Promise Healthcare-Neil and Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson.

Abdelkrim Hadj Said earned his master’s degree of science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fort Hays State University. He is trained in evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Abdelkrim practices at Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson and Promise Healthcare-Neil. He is passionate about helping individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma, Psychosis, Substance Use, and Personality Disorders. He enjoys getting to know his patients and helping them with the obstacles they face.

Abdelkrim encourages patients to become their own best advocates and to educate themselves about their health condition.

Outside of work, Abdelkrim enjoys working out, walking his dog, listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with his family. He speaks four languages and loves traveling.