Palliative care aims to relieve suffering and maintain or improve the quality of life for patients facing serious, life-threatening or chronic illnesses. Cook County Health specializes in an interdisciplinary approach, where we strive to enhance the physical, social, psychological and spiritual well-being of the patient and family. Palliative care can be provided during any time of your diagnosis and treatment....
...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...
...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...
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...
...County Health, Northwestern University, Midwestern University, Resurrection Medical Center and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago also rotate through the trauma unit throughout their education. Occasionally, Pediatric and Family Medicine residents from Cook County Health, as well as Emergency Medicine residents from Canada are also part of the program. Medical student rotations are available during their 4th...
...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...
...The Cook County Hospital Housestaff Association (HSA) is the union representing interns, residents and fellows employed by the Hospital. It has existed as the housestaff physicians’ organization for many years and as a union since the early 1970s. Frequently Asked Questions How do I apply to the residency program? The Cook County Family Medicine Residency Program only accepts applications through...
July 1, 2022– Israel Rocha, Jr., MPA, CEO of Cook County Health (CCH), has been named to the Board of Directors for America’s Essential Hospitals (AEH). AEH is the leading association and champion for hospitals dedicated to equitable, high-quality care for all, including those who face social and financial barriers to care. “As our hospitals confront emergent workforce, health equity,...
...and is the 2017 recipient of the Paul Cornely Award for her work as a health care activist. She has testified before Congress and is known as an expert in health care reform in the U.S. and Canada. She is also certified in health care quality and management and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and...
...and quality of care across various healthcare delivery settings. Palliative care is by definition interdisciplinary. Thus, our fellows are able to draw upon and benefit from the expertise and instruction of other physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains and healthcare professionals involved in the assessment and treatment of the patient/family unit. Elizabeth “Lisa” Gobbi, MD Program Director Applications Applicants must fulfill...
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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