...is to bring real issues to light, create a forum for conversation and provide solutions to impact change. Community Benefits Cook County Health is proud to invest in the health of those whom we serve. We do this by providing free and discounted medical care, offering public health services, funding community-based resources, educating the next generation of health care providers...
...local or national meeting. Academics The fellow will be expected to organize lectures and imaging conferences for the residents at Cook County, as well as organize an OKAP review. There are also frequent Chicago retina meetings and/or dinners that the fellow will be encouraged to attend, including strong local retinal conferences like RABB, AVTT and Retinal Fellows Forum. We also...
...are held monthly on Monday evenings at the University of Chicago Gleacher Center from September through April. Nationally known speakers from all ophthalmic specialties are invited to give talks at this excellent forum. All Cook County Health Ophthalmology residents have full privileges at the Stroger Hospital Tice Library and the Rush University’s Medical Library. All residents are required to participate...
...are holding our first Cook County Behavioral Health Summit, February 15th, at the UIC Dorin Forum in Chicago. Together with stakeholders across the County, we will identify collective strategies and partnerships for expanding access, enhancing system quality, and resolving behavioral health inequities across the region’s system of care. Perspectives gathered at the summit will be instrumental in developing Cook County’s...
...care and aspects of professionalism, including self-care. Schwartz Rounds: This monthly forum is an interdisciplinary activity to enable caregivers to discuss the emotional and social aspects of caring for patients. Rush University Medical Center and Stroger Hospital both hold Schwartz Rounds. Wellness Course: This course includes traditional wellness topics such as self-care, with modules on grief, DEI in healthcare, and...
...EJC. Is primary prevention of Clostridium difficile infection possible with specific probiotics? Int J Infect Dis, published online Int J Infect Dis, 2012, 16:786-792. Kim S, Trick WE. A cohort study investigating compliance with guidelines for platelet monitoring during heparin thromboprophylaxis. Hosp Practice, 2012, 40:88-95. Klevens J, Kee R, Trick W, Garcia D, Angulo FR, Jones R, Sadowski LS. Effect...
...Coordinator – Errick Christian. It is expected that fellows complete the exercises and readings in the online seminar series “Fundamentals of Scholarship and Study Design.” This will enable fellows and enhance the likelihood of completing a scholarly project within the one year of the fellowship. Fellows are encouraged to disseminate their work via posters and presentations at national meetings, as...
...salary. Plus, you have the option to elect for additional term insurance at affordable rates. Learn more about Cook County’s Benefits and Insurance Programs from the Department of Risk Management at (312) 603-6422 or online at www.cookcountyrisk.com. Family Leave for Special Needs Cook County is committed to supporting employees and their families, particularly when workers require time off to handle...
...every 3 years. With over 800 active users in IRBManager, online certification is necessary to keep up with best practices and law changes, standardize the educational platform across institutions for multisite studies, and ensure our researchers meet single IRB and sponsor requirements. Researchers looking to become certified for the first time will now complete the HSR CITI modules prior to...
...chart below, and you can pay by check or online at www.healthportpay.com. Original Medical Record Format Method of Delivery Estimated Fee Electronic Medical Records Delivered on CD or USB $6.50 flat fee Electronic Medical Records Produced to paper $0.90 flat fee electronic to paper $0.32 for envelope plus postage and $0.05 per page of paper Hybrid (part electronic part paper)...
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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