Physicians and Staff

Karen M. Federici, MD

Dr. Federici is a board certified family physician.  She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and completed her family medicine residency at Hinsdale Hospital in Hinsdale, IL.  She founded Family First Physicians in 2006.

Dr. Federici practices the full spectrum of family medicine, including primary care for children and adults, women’s health and maternity care.  She integrates natural healing with modern medicine for a holistic approach to health care.  Her special interests include alternative medicine, breastfeeding, and natural childbirth.  Dr. Federici and her husband, Barry, live in DeKalb with their four children, Kayla, Alexander, Grace, and Tessa. She enjoys running, swimming, and audiobooks.

Barry Federici, CPA, MBA, MST

Barry is the Practice Director for Family First Physicians. He has earned a BS in Architecture, as well as both an MBA and Master’s in Accountancy, all from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Marine Corps Reserve; he most recently served in Iraq, as well as a previous tour in Afghanistan. Barry is a Templar and a member of the Illinois MBA Board. He enjoys running, investing, and playing chess.

Kerri Collins

Kerri is the Office Administrator and Lead Medical Assistant for Family First Physicians. She has nine years of experience in the medical field. Kerri lives in Genoa with her husband, Ron, and their children, Michael and Matthew. She enjoys reading, photography, and spending time with her family.

Belinda Santos

Belinda is our receptionist at Family First Physicians, as well as the Office Coordinator for Kish Health’s Genoa facility.She is a native of Kirkland, and currently resides in Genoa with her family, Karl and Chloe. Belinda enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, traveling and helping others.

Jennifer Kleckner, RN

Jennifer is the staff nurse. She earned her AAS in Nursing from Kishwaukee Community College in December 2005. Jennifer lives in Cortland with her husband, Kurt, and their four children: Jade, Hunter, Emerald, and Sage. She enjoys photography, cooking, and family time.