Meet Your PRM Chicago Care Team

“It’s probably just bad cramps.” “Try more ibuprofen.” “Some women just have painful periods.” If you’ve heard some version of that before finding real answers, you’re far from alone — and it’s exactly the pattern PRM was built to break. Our Chicago team is expanding to bring that same specialized, take-you-seriously care to more patients across Illinois.

Here’s a look at the providers seeing patients — and joining the team — at PRM Chicago.

Currently Seeing Patients

See our full list of providers across all PRM locations.

Mariah Sankey-Thomas, MD, FACOG

Gynecologic Surgeon & Endometriosis Excision Specialist

Dr. Mariah Sankey-Thomas is a board-certified gynecologic surgeon specializing in endometriosis excision surgery and fertility-sparing care. She has performed over 500 complex pelvic surgeries and is dedicated to helping patients achieve long-term relief through personalized, multidisciplinary treatment for endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain.

Areas of focus:

• Endometriosis excision surgery
• Fertility-sparing surgical care
• Chronic pelvic pain treatment
• Complex pelvic surgery
• Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
• Bladder, bowel, and diaphragmatic endometriosis
• Multidisciplinary endometriosis care
• Pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation support

Book an appointment with Dr. Sankey-Thomas →

Laura Kemp, CNM-FPA, WHNP-BC

Pelvic Pain Specialist

Laura Kemp is a pelvic pain and endometriosis specialist dedicated to helping patients find answers, relief, and validation. With a holistic approach to care and expertise in pelvic health, sexuality education, and counseling, she focuses on improving quality of life through individualized, comprehensive treatment.

Areas of focus:

• Endometriosis
• Chronic pelvic pain
• Pelvic floor dysfunction
• Bladder pain

Book an appointment with Laura →

New to Our Team

We’re excited to continue expanding access to pelvic pain care in Chicago.

Meredith Bolin, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC

Meredith Bolin is a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in pelvic pain, endometriosis, and women’s health. She is passionate about helping patients feel heard, validated, and empowered through compassionate, evidence-based care focused on improving quality of life.

Jessica Pomish, MSN, FNP-C

Jessica Pomish is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in women’s health, chronic pelvic pain, and endometriosis care. She brings experience across OB/GYN, labor and delivery, and gynecologic health, and is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care rooted in listening, trust, and helping patients find meaningful relief.

Expanding Access in Chicago

We’re adding providers in Chicago because the current system isn’t built to catch pelvic pain early. More clinicians on the ground means shorter waitlists, broader specialty coverage for complex or surgical cases, and a care team that can actually stay with a patient from diagnosis through recovery.

Conditions We Treat

Between our surgeons and pelvic pain specialists, the Chicago team covers a wide range of conditions, including:

• Endometriosis
• Adenomyosis
• Pelvic floor dysfunction
• Interstitial cystitis / bladder pain syndrome
• Pudendal neuralgia
• Vaginismus
• Vulvodynia
• Chronic pelvic pain
• Levator ani syndrome
• Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) in men

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a provider at PRM Chicago? In most cases, no — patients can request an appointment directly with the Chicago team without a referral.

What’s the difference between a gynecologic surgeon and a pelvic pain specialist on this team? Surgeons are fellowship-trained physicians who perform endometriosis excision and other advanced gynecologic surgery when it’s needed. Pelvic pain specialists focus on non-surgical evaluation and treatment — including the PRM Protocol™ — and often work alongside surgeons before and after surgery. Many patients see both.

What happens at a first appointment? A comprehensive, unhurried evaluation — your provider reviews your health history and prior treatment, listens to your symptoms in detail, and performs a physical exam to help identify what’s contributing to your pain, then walks you through a personalized plan.

Does PRM Chicago offer non-surgical treatment, or is surgery always required? Both. Not every patient needs surgery — the Chicago team offers non-surgical options alongside advanced excision surgery, and helps you figure out which fits your symptoms and goals.

I’ve already had surgery or treatment elsewhere and I’m still in pain — can PRM Chicago help? Yes. Many patients come to PRM after previous treatment hasn’t fully resolved their symptoms. The team specializes in complex, previously-treated cases.

Does PRM Chicago accept my insurance? PRM works with a range of insurance plans — visit PRM’s insurance page or contact the Chicago office directly to confirm coverage before your visit.

Ready to Learn More?

Whether you’re newly exploring what’s going on with your body or you’ve been searching for real answers for years, our Chicago team is ready to help you figure out the next step.

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We hear you. We see you. We believe you.