...External Applicants Internal County Employees The online application system allows you to search, review and apply online for all current posted employment opportunities. 全部 postings under these entities are listed online and must be applied for online through the application system. The document below will provide applicants with a step-by-step look at the application process. Applicants are advised to review,...
...member service alongside effective management of the Fund’s assets to support member benefits. Contact us at this website or call our office at (312) 603-1200 for more information. Click here for more information about planning for retirement. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions (Deferred Compensation) (855) 457-COOK (855) 457-2665 万维网.cookcountydc.com Holidays, Vacations & Sick Accruals Most of our employees receive 11...
...each person the same, complications of stroke and the resulting treatments can have different results in each person. Typically, if a stroke takes place on one side of the brain, the opposite side of the body will be affected. For example, if you had a stroke on your right side of your brain, functions on the left side of the...
...about any research or educational activities related to your care, including: Information about the purpose of the research. The expected length of time that you will participate. A clear description of the procedures to be followed. A statement of the potential benefits, risks, discomforts, and side effects. Information about alternative care, treatment, and services available to you that may help...
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,...
...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...
Obstetrician and gynecologists or OB/GYNs specialize in women’s health and provide services in overall health and wellness. OB/GYNs also focus on reproductive health, pregnancy and childbirth care. Your needs for an OB/GYN might change with your age and health care needs. To schedule an appointment with a obstetrician or gynecologist, please call 312-864-0200 or click to learn more about the...
...making support Free pregnancy tests Well woman exams Pregnancy options counseling HPV Vaccines Post-partum visits Men's Reproductive Health Services Physical Exams STI Testing and treatment Vasectomies Erectile dysfunction Locations Uninsured? No problem- We have you covered! Grant-funded Title X Services available Stroger Family Planning: Tuesday-Thursday North Riverside: Friday Coming soon! Arlington Heights and Belmont Cragin 全部 the following locations accept...
The Bridge Clinic at Cook County Health is your entry point into recovery. We act as an urgent care clinic for those struggling with opioid and/or alcohol use. The Bridge Clinic provides rapid access to treatment without judgement. Common examples of opioids include heroin and prescription pills like oxycodone (Percocet, OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), codeine, fentanyl, and morphine. Call 911 if...
...Chicago, IL 60612 Phone: (312) 864-6152 Fax: (312) 864-9890 Provident Hospital 500 E. 51st St., Room 1016 Chicago, IL 60615 Phone: (312) 572-1527 Fax: (312) 572-1524 *All health center records can be obtained here. Payments & Rates Once your request is completed, your medical records and a corresponding bill will be mailed to you. The rates are outlined in the...
作为土生土长的芝加哥人，Kaelin Long 对发展联系、解决重大健康问题以及倡导服务欠缺社区的多样性和包容性产生了浓厚的兴趣。通过她在专业和个人生活中的热情和坚持不懈的工作，她对社区的热爱显而易见。 Kaelin 致力于通过与非营利组织的公共服务回馈社区。她与麦当劳叔叔之家慈善机构的合作使她能够为正在接受医疗护理的家庭和儿童提供支持、健康资源和稳定感。
Kaelin 在印第安纳州立大学获得公共卫生硕士学位，开始了她在公共卫生和社会服务领域的旅程。在以前的角色中，Kaelin 曾在恩格尔伍德社区的芝加哥公共成人日服务和位于哈维伊尔的大主教管区的天主教慈善机构工作。在这两个组织工作期间，Kaelin 专注于提高生活质量、实施健康计划、提供高级支持服务以及为被诊断患有痴呆症和阿尔茨海默氏症的老年人提供支持。她的目标一直是改变他人的生活，同时维护他们的尊严和尊重。
Kaelin 接受了她在 Cook County Health 担任社区外展工作者的角色，并立即将其视为一个与整个芝加哥地区的社区成员和领导者接触并建立持久关系的机会。她开始帮助个人与我们的卫生系统 County Care 建立联系，并扩大他们的知识和获得所有可用服务的机会。 Kaelin 致力于赋予那些让我们的社区有宾至如归之感的人的赋权、进步和认可。
Andrew Birkhead serves as an attending physician in the Department of Family & Community Medicine and holds the position of Medical Director at the Bridge Clinic.
Dr. Birkhead completed his residency in 家庭医学 as Chief Resident at UIC, following his medical school graduation from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA. Certified in 家庭医学. Dr. Birkhead also holds fellowship distinctions in both Family and Addiction Medicine.
Based primarily at Cook County Health 恩格尔伍德健康中心, Dr. Birkhead operates an outpatient 初级卫生保健 practice. Additionally, Dr. Birkhead provides inpatient medical care and obstetrics services at 小约翰·H·斯特罗格医院 库克县。
Recovery Coach Coordinator, Monica Puente is a seasoned bilingual and bicultural social worker with over a decade of experience specializing in HIV and substance use disorders (SUD). With a rich background in providing support to diverse communities, Puente has demonstrated a keen understanding of the intersecting challenges faced by individuals navigating these complex health issues.
Having worked at Cook County Jail in the OTP clinic, Puente has firsthand experience addressing the unique needs of incarcerated individuals grappling with SUD. This experience has underscored Puente’s commitment to delivering compassionate and culturally competent care within challenging environments.
Puente is deeply committed to advocating for equitable access to immediate treatment for vulnerable populations. Puente recognizes the urgency of addressing these issues and remains steadfast in her mission to empower individuals to lead healthier lives.
Recovery Coach, Diane Rosales, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, embarked on her journey in the field of substance abuse in 1968. However, Rosales’ exposure to substance use and alcoholism began much earlier in life.
As a former substance user, Rosales’ breakthrough in treatment led her to achieve sustained sobriety. From there, she pursued education relentlessly, earning a GED and eventually a master’s degree.
Rosales champions accessible and low-barrier treatment for patients, acknowledging its potential to save lives. Rosales has committed her career to making a positive impact on individuals’ lives and advocating for alternative paths to living.
Dr. Frances Norlock earned her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Illinois at Chicago, followed by a Master’s degree in Epidemiology from the University of Michigan and a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her residency training in internal medicine was completed at Rush University, after which she joined 小约翰·H·斯特罗格医院 of Cook County in 1998.
As a 初级卫生保健 internist, Dr. Norlock provides care to patients at Cook County Health’s 奥斯汀健康中心 and offers specialized services for individuals with substance use disorders at the 一般用药 Clinic at the 小约翰·H·斯特罗格医院 campus.
For over a decade, Dr. Norlock facilitated educational initiatives for residents and faculty, supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Primary Care Training and Enhancement grant. This included training faculty and staff to obtain licenses for prescribing medications to treat opioid use disorder.
Since 2008, Dr. Norlock has served as the Section Head of Medical Education for the Division of General Internal Medicine and Primary Care. Currently, she supervises the Addiction Medicine resident rotation, guiding internal medicine residents in evaluating and managing substance use disorders in their patients. Additionally, she co-authored and co-edited the book “Breast Health and Common Breast Problems: A Practical Approach” as part of the American College of Physicians Women’s Health book series. Dr. Norlock’s contributions extend to publications in esteemed journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Dr. Albanese serves as an attending physician in the Department of Family & Community Medicine and holds the role of Associate Program Director at the Cook County 家庭医学住院医师 Program. Dr. Albanese attended Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for her medical education and completed her residency training at the University of Illinois Chicago.
Beyond addiction medicine, Dr. Albanese’s clinical interests encompass women’s health and chronic disease management.
Dr. Michael Nelson, is a versatile medical professional specializing in 急救医学, medical toxicology, and addiction medicine at John H. Stroger Jr., Hospital of Cook County. Dr. Nelson earned his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University and completed his 急诊医学住院医师 在库克县 Emergency Medicine Residency. Dr. Nelson furthered his expertise with a fellowship in medical toxicology at the Toxikon Consortium/Cook County Hospital/University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center.
Dr. Nelson is actively involved in professional endeavors related to emerging drugs of abuse, substance use disorders, and the utilization of athletic performance-enhancing substances. Holding influential positions as the Chair of the Prescribing Practices Committee for the Illinois Opioid Advisory Council and as a member of the HOPE Taskforce for DuPage County and serves as a consultant for the Illinois Poison Control Center.
Janet Towns serves as a community health worker, actively engaging with and assisting the community by facilitating access to resources, providing referrals, and offering support for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), drawing from her own lived experiences.
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