Rheumatology

...interfere with everyday activities. While there is not one specific cause of these conditions, there are many factors that could contribute to a rheumatological condition, including: Activity Level Age Gender Genetics Infections Lifestyle Occupation Pollution Poor posture Sitting for long periods of time Signs and Symptoms Some warning signs or common symptoms of rheumatological conditions include: Inflammation Loss of motion...

Dr. Erik Mikaitis

...and developed a new dashboard for communicating quality improvements to the board. Prior to assuming that role, Dr. Mikaitis served as Medical Director of the Franciscan Health Accountable Care Organization in the northern Indiana and south suburban Chicago regions. A board-certified Internal Medicine Physician, Dr. Mikaitis earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago, a Master...

Medical Toxicology

The Toxikon Medical Toxicology Program provides comprehensive postgraduate fellowship training in medical toxicology for qualified physicians. Fellows will be able to perform at a high level as both bedside and outpatient practitioners of medical toxicology. They will develop the skills to serve as medical back-up for poison control centers, and understand the skills needed to be a medical director. Also,...

Press Releases

...to take extra… Construction Begins on New Cook County Health Center July 16, 2019 Today, Cook County Health (CCH) broke ground on a new $12 million state-of-the-art health center in the Belmont-Cragin neighborhood of Chicago. “Improving access to high-quality healthcare services and has been… Cook County Health Urges Residents to Get Tested on National HIV Testing Day June 27, 2019...

Internal Medicine

...General medical care of hospitalized adults Medical consultation Palliative care consultation Locations To schedule an appointment with an internist, please click on the location most convenient to you: Arlington Heights Health Center Cottage Grove Health Center John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County John Sengstacke Health Center Logan Square Health Center Provident Hospital of Cook County  Robbins Health Center...

Daisy Nursing Award Nomination

DAISY Nursing Award Nomination Did you have great nursing care at Cook County Health? Nominate your nurse for a DAISY Award! DAISY Award honorees demonstrate excellence through their clinical expertise and extraordinary compassionate care. They are recognized as outstanding role models in our nursing community. Patients, visitors, and Cook County Health employees may nominate a deserving nurse by filling out...

Robbins Health Center

Vaccine Hours of Operation Monday – Friday, and 1st & 3rd Saturday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Closed every third Friday after 1:00 PM...

Digestive Health (Gastroenterology)

Digestive problems can seriously impact your daily life, but the gastrointestinal (GI) experts at Cook County Health are here to provide comprehensive care for digestive track issues. While some GI issues are genetic, others are caused by your immune system or diet. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Cook County Health treats patients with gastrointestinal, pancreatic or biliary (liver,...

Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine

Cook County Health offers an AGME-accredited, three-year training program in Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Welcome! The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at Cook County Health has a rich tradition of providing high-quality care, research and house staff training. Providing high-quality and compassionate care to all regardless of their ability to pay is at the heart...

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