Physician Directory

...Community Clinics ACHN Norbert G. De Biase, MD Family Medicine Specialty: Family Medicine John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Andrew Q. De Funiak, MD Family Medicine Specialty: Family Medicine John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Maria Carolina Demori Cardiology/Heart & Vascular Specialty: Cardiology John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Chiraag Dharia, MD Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology John H. Stroger, Jr....

John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County

...in healthcare. The 450-bed teaching hospital serves as the hub for Cook County Health for delivery of specialty and sub-specialty care. We are home to one of the busiest Level 1 trauma centers in the nation and the hospital’s emergency room treats approximately 120,000 adults and children annually. Vaccine Hours of Operation Monday – Saturday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM...

Emergency Medicine Simulation

...General Surgery Surgical ICU Anesthesia OB/GYN Trauma Surgery Palliative Care Malcolm X paramedic students ACLS/BLS/PALS training Summary of Criteria for Successful Fellowship Completion Participation in most simulation weekly activities (approximately 20 hours/week) Scholarly project completion Administrative project completion Comprehensive Instructor Workshop – Center for Medical Simulation Fellows will receive the opportunity to go to the intensive immersion in health care...

Emergency Preservation & Resuscitation Trial (EPR)

...and restore normal blood volume. This procedure would only be performed when all other traditional treatments and resuscitation options were unsuccessful. If the cooling procedure is not done on these patients, the risk of death is 100%. What will happen during the study? In order to rapidly cool the patient, ice-cold saline (salt water) is pumped into the person through...

Patient Rights & Responsibilities

...is heard. Set time aside to discuss advanced care with family members and loved ones. Most importantly, document your preferences in writing by completing an advanced directive for healthcare. Once completed, share copies with your family, your health care provider, and your hospital. A witness must sign these documents as well. Resources In Illinois, there are several legal advance directive...

Trauma Informed Care

...the widespread impact of trauma and understand paths for recovery; Recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in patients, families, and staff; Integrate knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices; and Actively avoid re-traumatization. How Does Trauma-Informed Care Help Individuals Experiencing Trauma? Adopting trauma-informed practices can potentially improve patient engagement, treatment adherence, and health outcomes. It can also help...

Mpox Information

...Screening Vaccination Treatment Prevention Links to Additional Resources Symptoms Symptoms usually start within two weeks after exposure, but may not appear for up to 21 days. Common symptoms include: Fever Chills Headaches Muscle or back aches Swollen lymph nodes Tiredness Rash or sores A rash may appear all over the body or only certain parts, including the face, hands, feet...

Cook County Health Strategic Plan 2023-2025

...Integration Download the MP4 video. Create just spaces where our patients’ and community’s comprehensive health needs are fully met and guide our development. Initiatives Completed or Underway: Established an Office of Equity and Inclusion. Administered 1 million COVID-19 vaccines. Conducted hyper-local campaign for COVID-19 vaccines. Established Community Advisory Councils. Workforce: Talent & Teams Download the MP4 video. Serve as the...

Provident Hospital 30th Anniversary

...which provided more space for patient care, education, and administration. A four-story outpatient building was constructed and two apartment buildings at 50th and Vincennes were purchased to house student nurses. 1987 Another financial crisis led to the hospital declaring bankruptcy and subsequently closing in September 1987. Early 1990s Civil rights activist and influential newspaper publisher, John H. Sengstacke, and Cook...

Arlington Heights Health Center

SERVICES Family and general medicine Physicals and wellness checks Pediatric and adolescent health Immunizations Prenatal care (OB) Well-women care Chronic disease management Chest clinic Behavioral health WIC Laboratory Telehealth appointments Same-day appointments...

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