...lives. Cook County Health is one of la leading public health systems en el country, comprised of two acute care hospitals, and a network of community health centers, el Ruth M. Rothsteen CORE Center, la Cook County Department of Public Health, Correctional Health Services, which provides health care to endivididos en la Cárcel del condado de Cook y la Juvenile Temporary Detention...
...Stroger Hospital Ranked #1 Most Racially Enclusive Hospital en IL, #2 en United States septiembre 19, 2023 Cook County Health’s John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital has been named la #1 most racially enclusive hospital en Illinois and #2 most enclusive hospital en el nation by la Lown… CCH Regulatory Notice septiembre 19, 2023 Cook County Health (“CCH”) is committed to...
los Bridge Clinic at Cook County Health is your entry point ento recovery. We act as an urgent care clinic for those struggling with opioid and/or alcohol use. los Bridge Clinic provides rapid access to treatment without judgement. Common examples of opioids enclude heroen and prescription pills like oxycodone (Percocet, OxyConten), hydrocodone (Vicoden), codeine, fentanyl, and morphine. Call 911 if...
...la largest freestanding correctional health care facilities en el country. Learn more. Critical Care (Medical, Surgical, Burn, Neuro, Trauma) Critical care nursing envolves working with doctors and specialists to assess, treat, and monitor critically ill patients and providing lam with essential care. Learn more. Emergency Services Emergency nursing is a specialty withen el field of professional nursing focused on la...
...la widespread impact of trauma and understand paths for recovery; Recognize la signs and symptoms of trauma en pacientes, familias y personal; EnIntegrar conocimientos sobre trauma. ena las políticas, procedimientos y prácticas; y Evitar activamente la retraumatización. ¿Cómo funciona el trauma?-Enayuda de atención formada Enindividuos que experimentan trauma? Adoptando trauma-enlas prácticas formadas pueden mejorar potencialmente la participación del paciente, la adherencia al tratamiento y los resultados de salud. También puede ayudar...
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...Hasbrouck also spent twelve years as senior medical officer at la US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) where he was actively engaged en two of la largest global health eniniciativas en history: the World Health Organization’s polio eradication program and la US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Dr. Hasbrouck earned his Masters of Public Health from la...
...attack en las mujeres son más sutiles y menos reconocibles que en men. According to el americano Heart Association, women can experience chest paen, but many women never have those symptoms. Many symptoms, like shortness of breath, paen en abdomen, nausea or vomiting, extreme fatigue, or dizziness and fainting, can mimic la flu or even acid reflux. A woman’s risk of heart...
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Como nativa de Chicago, Kaelin Long desarrolló una pasión por desarrollar conexiones, abordar problemas de salud sustanciales y abogar por la diversidad y la inclusión en comunidades desatendidas. Su amor por la comunidad se hizo evidente a través de su trabajo apasionado y persistente tanto en lo profesional como en su vida personal. Kaelin se dedica a retribuir a la comunidad a través del servicio público con organizaciones sin fines de lucro. Su trabajo con Ronald McDonald House Charities le permite brindar apoyo, recursos de salud y una sensación de estabilidad para las familias y los niños que reciben atención médica.
Kaelin obtuvo una Maestría en Salud Pública de la Universidad Estatal de Indiana y comenzó su viaje en el campo de la salud pública y los servicios sociales. En funciones anteriores, Kaelin trabajó para el Servicio diurno para adultos de Chicago Commons en la comunidad de Englewood y Caridades Católicas de las Arquidiócesis ubicadas en Harvey Il. Durante el tiempo que pasó con ambas organizaciones, Kaelin se centró en mejorar la calidad de vida, implementar iniciativas de salud, brindar servicios de apoyo para personas mayores y defender a las personas mayores diagnosticadas con demencia y Alzheimer. Su objetivo siempre ha sido marcar una diferencia en la vida de los demás, manteniendo su dignidad y respeto.
Kaelin aceptó su papel como Trabajadora de Alcance Comunitario en Cook County Health e inmediatamente lo vio como una oportunidad para involucrarse y construir relaciones duraderas con miembros y líderes de la comunidad en todo el área de Chicago. Comenzó a ayudar a las personas a conectarse con nuestro sistema de salud, County Care, y a ampliar su conocimiento y acceso a todos los servicios que están disponibles para ellos. Kaelin está comprometida con el empoderamiento, el avance y el reconocimiento de aquellos que hacen que nuestra comunidad se sienta como en casa.
Andrew Birkhead serves as an attending physician in the Department of Family & Community Medicine and holds the position of Medical Director at the Bridge Clinic.
Dr. Birkhead completed his residency in medicina Familiar as Chief Resident at UIC, following his medical school graduation from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA. Certified in médicos de familia. Dr. Birkhead also holds fellowship distinctions in both Family and Addiction Medicine.
Based primarily at Cook County Health Centro de salud de Englewood, Dr. Birkhead operates an outpatient Nuestro equipo practice. Additionally, Dr. Birkhead provides inpatient medical care and obstetrics services at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital del condado de Cook.
Recovery Coach Coordinator, Monica Puente is a seasoned bilingual and bicultural social worker with over a decade of experience specializing in HIV and substance use disorders (SUD). With a rich background in providing support to diverse communities, Puente has demonstrated a keen understanding of the intersecting challenges faced by individuals navigating these complex health issues.
Having worked at Cook County Jail in the OTP clinic, Puente has firsthand experience addressing the unique needs of incarcerated individuals grappling with SUD. This experience has underscored Puente’s commitment to delivering compassionate and culturally competent care within challenging environments.
Puente is deeply committed to advocating for equitable access to immediate treatment for vulnerable populations. Puente recognizes the urgency of addressing these issues and remains steadfast in her mission to empower individuals to lead healthier lives.
Recovery Coach, Diane Rosales, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, embarked on her journey in the field of substance abuse in 1968. However, Rosales’ exposure to substance use and alcoholism began much earlier in life.
As a former substance user, Rosales’ breakthrough in treatment led her to achieve sustained sobriety. From there, she pursued education relentlessly, earning a GED and eventually a master’s degree.
Rosales champions accessible and low-barrier treatment for patients, acknowledging its potential to save lives. Rosales has committed her career to making a positive impact on individuals’ lives and advocating for alternative paths to living.
Dr. Frances Norlock earned her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Illinois at Chicago, followed by a Master’s degree in Epidemiology from the University of Michigan and a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her residency training in internal medicine was completed at Rush University, after which she joined John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County in 1998.
Como un Nuestro equipo internist, Dr. Norlock provides care to patients at Cook County Health’s Centro de salud de austin and offers specialized services for individuals with substance use disorders at the Medicina general Clinic at the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital campus.
For over a decade, Dr. Norlock facilitated educational initiatives for residents and faculty, supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Primary Care Training and Enhancement grant. This included training faculty and staff to obtain licenses for prescribing medications to treat opioid use disorder.
Since 2008, Dr. Norlock has served as the Section Head of Medical Education for the Division of General Internal Medicine and Primary Care. Currently, she supervises the Addiction Medicine resident rotation, guiding internal medicine residents in evaluating and managing substance use disorders in their patients. Additionally, she co-authored and co-edited the book “Breast Health and Common Breast Problems: A Practical Approach” as part of the American College of Physicians Women’s Health book series. Dr. Norlock’s contributions extend to publications in esteemed journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Dr. Albanese serves as an attending physician in the Department of Family & Community Medicine and holds the role of Associate Program Director at the Cook County Residencia de medicina familiar Program. Dr. Albanese attended Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for her medical education and completed her residency training at the University of Illinois Chicago.
Beyond addiction medicine, Dr. Albanese’s clinical interests encompass women’s health and chronic disease management.
Dr. Michael Nelson, is a versatile medical professional specializing in Medicina de emergencia, medical toxicology, and addiction medicine at John H. Stroger Jr., Hospital of Cook County. Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University and completed his residencia en medicina de emergencia en el condado de Cook Emergency Medicine Residency. Dr. Nelson furthered his expertise with a fellowship in medical toxicology at the Toxikon Consortium/Cook County Hospital/University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center.
Dr. Nelson is actively involved in professional endeavors related to emerging drugs of abuse, substance use disorders, and the utilization of athletic performance-enhancing substances. Holding influential positions as the Chair of the Prescribing Practices Committee for the Illinois Opioid Advisory Council and as a member of the HOPE Taskforce for DuPage County and serves as a consultant for the Illinois Poison Control Center.
Janet Towns serves as a community health worker, actively engaging with and assisting the community by facilitating access to resources, providing referrals, and offering support for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), drawing from her own lived experiences.
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