...year of the fellowship y are encouraged to present y or publish their work. Stroger Hospital is a recipient of a large grant from the Nacional Cancer Institute to provide access to NCI-sponsored nacional cooperative clinical trials in cancer treatment, prevention, y control. The grant supports an organization called the Stroger Hospital Cook County Minority-Based Community Clinical Oncology Program (SHCC...
...aterrador y confuso para los pacientes y sus familias. La Sociedad Estadounidense del Cáncer ha proporcionado fondos de Cook County Health para un programa de navegación de pacientes, que guía a los pacientes y sus familias a medida que avanzan por el sistema de salud. Este programa de navegación puede ayudar con preguntas sobre seguros, encontrar médicos y explicar el tratamiento. y opciones de atención, comunicándose con su equipo de atención médica y gestionar el papeleo médico ....
La Beca de Cuidados Críticos Quirúrgicos, Trauma y Quemaduras es un programa educativo bien establecido que ofrece capacitación excepcional en trauma, cuidados críticos quirúrgicos y quemar. Con una exposición clínica incomparable, independencia, y un plan de estudios educativo formal, los graduados son altamente comercializables y prepared for future independent practice. The Trauma Unit at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County is America’s first comprehensive center...
...women. It does so by: Determining the spectrum y course of clinical manifestations of HIV infection in women. Determining the pattern y rate of decline of CD4+ cells in women y the relationship of CD4+ changes to other immunologic y virologic parameters y to clinical manifestations of HIV infection. Investigating factors which may delay or accelerate HIV-induced immune dysfunction y...
...with about 5000 patients seen annually. This geographic concentration creates a familiar y enjoyable work environment. Procedural training is complemented with a variety of lasers (PDL, Nd:YAG long y short pulsed, fractional Er:YAG, BBL, Excimer), y a weekly surgery clinic which includes Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (Mohs). Our dermatopathologist is in-house, y in-clinic, as well. Once a month, a psychiatrist y...
...coraje y la estabilidad son tan importantes como el entusiasmo por el cuidado del paciente, y research. The Anesthesiology y Pain Management Residency Program prefers the following credentials: A score above 90th percentile on the USMLE Step I y II Demonstrated excellence in the basic sciences y una habilidad y aptitud en la medicina clínica Interés demostrado en la atención al paciente, la enseñanza, el servicio comunitario y...
...y is the 2017 recipient of the Paul Cornely Award for her work as a health care activist. She has testified before Congress y is known as an expert in health care reform in the U.S. y Canada. She is also certified in health care quality y administración y is a Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance y...
...Child Psychology y Psychiatry, Dental, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Palliative Care, Pathology, Pediatric Surgery, Pharmacy, Physical y Occupational Therapy, Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Social Services, Speech Therapy, Trauma y Urology. Learning opportunities abound in our residency program. We have a weekly, four-hour teaching session, monthly Board Review sessions y weekly Gry Rounds. During conferences, residents present interesting cases, y cada...
...no. Tener una mala salud bucal puede afectar al resto de su cuerpo, no solo a sus dientes. Servicios dentales Ofrecemos servicios básicos de diagnóstico y servicios dentales preventivos que incluyen: Exámenes bucales Instrucción de higiene Empastes Limpiezas / escamas Extracciones Dentaduras postizas y coronas parciales y puentes Algunos conductos radiculares Radiografías Llame a uno de nuestros sitios dentales hoy para más información o para hacer un ...
...overdose • We do not offer methadone treatment but will make a referral when appropriate. Linkage to other substance use treatment y support services including residential, intensive outpatient, peer support, methadone clinics y recovery homes Primary y specialty care services: • Primary care • Psychiatry y behavioral health care, including counselling • Maternity care • Dental Care • Hepatitis treatments...
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 family medicine as Chief Resident at UIC, following his medical school graduation from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA. Certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Birkhead also holds fellowship distinctions in both Family and Addiction Medicine.
Based primarily at Cook County Health Englewood Health Center, Dr. Birkhead operates an outpatient primary care practice. Additionally, Dr. Birkhead provides inpatient medical care and obstetrics services at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County.
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.
As a primary care internist, Dr. Norlock provides care to patients at Cook County Health’s Austin Health Center and offers specialized services for individuals with substance use disorders at the General Medicine 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 Family Medicine Residency 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 emergency medicine, 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 emergency medicine residency at Cook County 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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