...a Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians. Dr. Fegan is also the president of the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group and the National Coordinator of Physicians for a National Health Program. Dr. Fegan attended Fisk University in Nashville as an undergraduate and received her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago....
...and have multiple ongoing projects. Our faculty encourages participation in their ongoing research and supports the individual academic interest of the fellows. This research opportunity combined with a rich clinical experience renders the graduate of our program well qualified to practice in any setting they would desire. Taruna Penmetcha, MD Program Director, Pain Fellowship Program Associate Chair, Dept. of Anesthesiology...
...Eligibility Applicants with the following qualifications are eligible for appointment to residency and fellowship programs at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County. Graduates of medical schools in the U.S. and Canada accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). Graduates of colleges of osteopathic medicine in the U.S. accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). International Medical...
...graduates of General Surgery Training Programs and as such, are allowed a degree of independence in the daily clinical management. Staff surgeons are present for every operative procedure. Numerous ongoing research projects are available for resident involvement. A research program is in place and a publication requirement is enforced. The faculty are directly involved in research and scholarly activities. We...
...to the outpatient and rehabilitation settings. The Trauma and Burn Residency Program trains over 100 residents rotating through the unit every year. Surgical residents from Rush University, Northwestern University, Midwestern University and variety of other medical universities rotate through the service during both their junior and senior years of training. Emergency Medicine residents from a variety of programs, including Cook...
...of health care organizations and/or departments of public health To develop critical assessment, methodological, and analytic skills with respect to evidence based public health research, with a particular emphasis on links between epidemiology, behavioral medicine, and prevention To develop communication skills in the context of multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary clinical and public health settings as well as academic and organizational/administrative settings...
...during the three years in Medical Oncology and Hematology, Breast Oncology Clinic and Hematology Clinics. They participate in all activities of the division including: Hematology/Oncology Grand Rounds Weekly invited speakers Journal Club Research Round The fellows take their Stem Cell Transplantation experience on the inpatient Ward at Rush University Medical Center. Research Experience Fellows are allotted protected research time each...
...is 100%. There are three fellowship positions each year. All are clinical, but research is required and each fellow will be provided with a 6–month block of research. Both basic science research and clinical are available. The fellowship program is highly rated and recently received an ACGME commendation. Applications The Division of Gastroenterology at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of...
As a native of Chicago, Kaelin Long grew a passion for developing connections, addressing substantial health concerns, and advocating for diversity and inclusion in underserved communities. Her love for community became evident through her passionate and persistent work both professionally and in her personal life. Kaelin is dedicated to giving back to the community through public service with non-profit organizations. Her work with the Ronald McDonald House Charities, allows her to provide support, health resources, and a sense of stability for families and children who are receiving medical attention.
Kaelin obtained a Masters Degree in Public Health from Indiana State University and began her journey into the field of public health and social services. In previous roles, Kaelin worked for Chicago Commons Adult Day Service in the Englewood community and Catholic Charities of the Archdioceses located in Harvey Il. During her time spent with both organizations, Kaelin honed in on improving quality of life, implementing health initiatives, providing senior support services and advocating for seniors diagnosed with Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Her goal has always been to make a difference in the lives of others, while maintaining their dignity and respect.
Kaelin accepted her role as a Community Outreach Worker with Cook County Health and immediately saw it as an opportunity to engage and build lasting relationships with community members and leaders across the Chicagoland area. She began helping individuals to connect with our health system, County Care, and broaden their knowledge and access to all the services that are available to them. Kaelin is committed to the empowerment, advancement, and acknowledgement of those who make our community feel like home.
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