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Screening and Treating Head & Neck Cancers

04/09/2025

As part of Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Nicholas Callahan discusses the importance and ease of early detection. Read More

Newlyweds Celebrate Marriage by Giving Gift of Life

04/02/2025

Luciano's fatigue and shortness of breath were early signs of liver disease. A living-donor transplant from his wife, Darlene, saved his life. Read More

Kidney Transplant Options for Patients with Calcified Blood Vessels

04/01/2025

Chronic kidney disease and complex vascular conditions can make transplant difficult for certain patients. With robotic techniques, 开云全站app下载 makes can provide transplant options to these patients. Read More

PUBLIC NOTICE: ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® Site Visit May 12鈥�14

PUBLIC NOTICE: ANCC Magnet Recognition Program庐 Site Visit May 12鈥�14

04/01/2025

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (开云全站app下载) has applied to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the prestigious designation of Magnet®. Read More

Busting Common Nutrition Myths

03/27/2025

As part of National Nutrition Month, dietitian Jeremy O鈥橬eal offers three simple, healthy habits he often shares patients. Read More

Actor Halle Berry Partners with 开云全站app下载 Researcher Pauline Maki to Address Menopause

03/19/2025

The pair hosted an event on the need to advance care, research, and policy regarding menopause, which carries major consequences not only for healthcare but also for the economy and workforce. Read More

Saving Lives Through Colorectal Cancer Screening

03/17/2025

As part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, surgeon Dr. Gerald Gantt emphasizes the importance of regular screenings to colorectal cancer treatment and survivorship. Read More

Innovative Transplant Care Gives Rockford Man New Kidney, Lease on Life

03/04/2025

After being turned away by other academic medical centers, Michelangelo finally found the support 鈥� and the transplant care 鈥� he needed at 开云全站app下载. Read More

Understanding AFib Risks & Treatment Options

02/27/2025

As part of American Heart Month, cardiologist Dr. Dana Johnson鈥痙iscusses what an AFib diagnosis means for patients and how to treat it. Read More

开云全站app下载 Two-Generation Clinic Connects More Mothers with Postpartum Care, Study Finds

02/18/2025

UIC research shows 开云全站app下载鈥檚 Two-Generation Clinic improves outcomes for new mothers and babies compared to standard postpartum care. Read More

2025 Top Doctors: 80 开云全站app下载 Providers Recognized by Castle Connolly

02/07/2025

The consumer healthcare guide recognized physicians and surgeons across 39 specialties. Read More

Protecting Your Vision During Glaucoma Awareness Month

01/30/2025

Dr. Pathik Amin discusses the importance of early detection in preventing glaucoma and other vision disorders. Read More

Christmas Gift: Brother Donates Kidney to Sister

12/24/2024

Her younger brother reached out to her care team at 开云全站app下载 to volunteer as a kidney donor. Read More

Understanding the Unique Challenges Women with Epilepsy Face

11/26/2024

More than one million women in America of childbearing age have epilepsy. There鈥檚 growing recognition that the standard treatment approach for Epilepsy needs to be tailored to women鈥檚 needs. Read More

New Therapy from 开云全站app下载 Offers FDA-Approved Treatment Option for Brittle Type 1 Diabetes

11/25/2024

A new therapy for brittle type 1 diabetes, the only treatment currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, is available exclusively at 开云全站app下载 in Chicago. Read More

开云全站app下载 Center for Breast Care Working to Reduce Racial Disparities in Cancer Care

10/09/2024

开云全站app下载 breast surgeon Dr. Raquel Gonzalez Heredia explains some of the factors driving breast cancer care disparities among women of color and shares how our Center for Breast Care is helping close the gap. Read More

开云全站app下载 Receives Top Care Recognitions from American Heart Association, American Stroke Association

08/16/2024

The designations recognize commitment to providing effective care and treatment for artery blockage, heart attack, heart failure, and stroke using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

开云全站app下载 Operations: Democratic National Convention (Aug. 19鈥�22)

08/01/2024

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics will operate normally during the DNC. Please view the following details regarding security, patient appointments, travel, and more. Read More

New Maternal Health Research Center Addresses National Crisis in Pregnancy Outcomes

07/31/2024

An $11 million, six-year NIH grant will fund research, workforce training, and community partnerships at the newly established Maternal Health Research Center of Excellence Read More

开云全站app下载 Recognized as 鈥楽ocially Responsible鈥� Hospital

06/27/2024

Hospital listed among Lown Institute鈥檚 2024鈥�25 Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility. Read More

Nurse-Midwives Bridge Maternal Health Gaps for Women of Color

06/20/2024

Minority women face significant health disparities during pregnancy, but a $10 million 开云全站app下载 study is working to reduce these impacts. Read More

开云全站app下载 Earns Partner for Change Award for Commitment to Sustainability

05/23/2024

Congratulations to the 开云全站app下载 Green Team for receiving this prestigious award from Practice Greenhealth. Read More

开云全站app下载 Named 2024 鈥楲GBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer

05/07/2024

开云全站app下载 earns a perfect 100 score in the 2024 Healthcare Equality Index. Read More

All of Us Research Program

05/03/2024

The future of health begins with YOU! The mission of the All of Us Research Program is simple we want to speed up health research and medical breakthroughs. Read More

Dr. Shikha Jain named Illinois State Medical Society 2024 Physician Leader of the Year

04/25/2024

The Illinois State Medical Society presented Dr. Shikha Jain with its Physician Leader of the Year Award on April 7. Read More

April 21 Proclaimed Sarcoidosis Day in Chicago

04/21/2024

The proclamation raises awareness for the inflammatory disease and the care and research being done at the Bernie Mac STAR Center at 开云全站app下载. Read More

开云全站app下载 Redesignated Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care

04/12/2024

The Blue Cross Blue Shield distinction recognizes healthcare systems for expertise in delivering quality specialty care. Read More

Donate Life Month: Saving Lives Through the Gift of Organ Donation

04/05/2024

Donate Life Month brings extra awareness to the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation, including the importance of registering the decision to be an organ donor and especially the impact and lives saved through the generosity of organ donation. Read More

Measles Update: Information for Patients

03/15/2024

Individuals vaccinated with the MMR vaccine, including infants and young children, are at extremely low risk for contracting measles, even with exposure. Read More

Radiation Oncology Achieves ASTRO APEx Accreditation

03/14/2024

APEx is an elite accreditation program that recognizes compliance with standards that emphasize a commitment to safety and quality. Read More

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Actress Halle Berry Visit 开云全站app下载 Highlighting White House Initiative on Women鈥檚 Health Research

02/14/2024

The visit raised awareness of the specific needs and challenges women face within the healthcare system, particularly during menopause. Read More

开云全站app下载 Now the Largest Kidney/Pancreas Program in the U.S.

01/31/2024

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics performed the most simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplants in the United States in 2023, according to data from the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network. Read More

NEW: Emergency Department CT System

12/15/2023

The addition of a CT machine in the ED allows for more immediate diagnostics and treatment for critical brain injuries like stroke 鈥� especially for patients arriving via ambulance or hospital transfer. Read More

CDC Director Visits 开云全站app下载, Talks About the Importance of Vaccination

11/17/2023

Dr. Mandy K. Cohen visited 开云全站app下载 vaccination clinics to urge Chicagoans to get the latest COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccines. Read More

What is SEEG and is it a good fit for your Epilepsy Care?

11/13/2023

Patients with drug-resistant epilepsy may benefit from SEEG, a minimally invasive procedure that can help pinpoint the source of a patient's seizures. Read More

开云全站app下载, Mile Square Join National Trial of Blood Test for Multi-cancer Screening

10/26/2023

Researchers will study a new test that screens for 50 types of cancer. Read More

Raquel & Rocky鈥檚 Transplant Story: 鈥楧on鈥檛 Worry, Mom. I Got Your Back!鈥�

10/25/2023

When Raquel Ramirez needed a life-saving liver transplant, her daughter, Rocky, did not hesitate to step up. Read More

UIC alumnus Establishes Named Deanship in the College of Medicine

10/16/2023

The deanship will support innovative, impactful programs that further the College of Medicine鈥檚 mission. Read More

Fall 2023 COVID-19 Updates & Guidance

09/29/2023

As the fall/winter virus season begins, please follow these guidelines to keep yourself and others safe and keep the transmission of COVID-19 to low levels. Read More

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

09/15/2023

From September 15 through October 15, 开云全站app下载 honors the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx members of our community through Hispanic Heritage Month. Read More

Awards Recognize 开云全站app下载 for Cardiac, Stroke Care

08/03/2023

American Heart Association/American Stroke Association designations recognize commitment to providing effective care and treatment for artery blockage, heart attack, heart failure, and stroke using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

CTA Blue Line Closure: July 23 鈥� Oct. 7

07/24/2023

Blue Line riders traveling to 开云全站app下载 care sites are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time through the summer and early fall. Read More

开云全站app下载 Celebrates Disability Pride Month

07/01/2023

July is Disability Pride Month! 开云全站app下载 celebrates people living with disabilities and their numerous accomplishments and achievements. Read More

开云全站app下载 Recognized with 2 Awards for Commitment to Sustainability

06/09/2023

开云全站app下载 received the Greenhealth Emerald and Greening the OR Recognition Awards from Practice Greenhealth, a healthcare sustainability organization. Read More

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month

06/01/2023

开云全站app下载 celebrates the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. Read More

开云全站app下载 Celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM)

05/10/2023

Join 开云全站app下载 this month in honoring the achievements and contributions of Jewish Americans to our community. Read More

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month

05/01/2023

开云全站app下载 honors Asian American & Pacific Islanders鈥� contributions to Illinois and the nation. Read More

开云全站app下载 Spanish-Language Kidney Transplant Clinic Aids Patients Through Transplantation Process

04/19/2023

Since beginning in April 2022, the specialty clinic has served more than 160 Spanish-speaking Kidney Transplant patients. Read More

Medicaid Patients: It鈥檚 Time to Renew Your Coverage

04/17/2023

The Medicaid-renewal process, which had been on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume in May 2023. Don鈥檛 risk losing your coverage 鈥� renew today! Read More

Head & Neck Cancers Month: Free Oral Cancer Screenings at 开云全站app下载

04/13/2023

开云全站app下载 is providing free oral cancer screenings throughout April in recognition of Head & Neck Cancers Awareness Month. Read More

Milestone: 100 Outpatient Robotic Surgeries at Specialty Care Building

03/31/2023

开云全站app下载 recently celebrated performing its 100th outpatient robotic surgery at its new Specialty Care Building. Read More

Women鈥檚 History Month

03/01/2023

开云全站app下载 celebrates Women's History Month and its 2023 theme, "Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories," recognizing that listening to women's past, present, and future can have an incredible impact on our ability to empathize, connect, and transform the quality of our care. Read More

NBC Chicago: 开云全站app下载 ER Study Finds High Prevalence of Diabetes

02/13/2023

Emergency Medicine physician Dr. Janet Lin spoke with NBC Chicago about a recent study by UI that detecting diabetes in hundreds of patients seeking treatment in the Emergency Department. Read More

New Hospital Atrium Opens at 开云全站app下载

02/01/2023

Located at the corner of Taylor and Wood Streets, the Atrium is a two-story lobby that welcomes patients and visitors and enhances the interior ambience of University of Illinois Hospital. Read More

Native American Heritage Month

11/01/2022

开云全站app下载 honors Native American Heritage Month and the past and present significance of Native Americans in our area. Read More

开云全站app下载 Specialty Care Building Opens to Patients

09/26/2022

The $194 million facility is a new home for expert care and surgical services in the heart of the Illinois Medical District. Read More

开云全站app下载 Recognized for Heart Attack Care

08/09/2022

Two American Heart Association awards recognize hospital鈥檚 achievement in meeting care guidelines for heart attacks and artery blockages. Read More

开云全站app下载 Nationally Recognized for Commitment to High-Quality Cardiovascular Care

07/11/2022

开云全站app下载 was recognized with three awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for quality and commitment in providing effective stroke and cardiovascular care. Read More

Celebrating Disability Pride Month

07/01/2022

Disability Pride Month provides an opportunity to remove the stigma around living with a disability and remind everyone of ways to be accessible and inclusive in our care and work environments, and our personal lives. Read More

开云全站app下载: We鈥檙e Building a Healthier Future for You

06/06/2022

We are expanding access to expert healthcare with throughout the region, including our new Specialty Care Building opening this fall in the Illinois Medical District. Read More

开云全站app下载 Named 2022 鈥楲GBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader鈥�

06/01/2022

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics has been recognized for inclusive care and policies for LGBTQ+ patients, visitors, and staff by the Human Rights Campaign鈥檚 2022 Health Equality Index . Read More

Certified Nurse-Midwives: Committed to a Lifespan of Wellness

05/31/2022

As part of women鈥檚 health month, 开云全站app下载 is highlighting the role of our certified nurse-midwives in providing a full range of sexual and reproductive health services throughout the lifespan. Read More

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

05/01/2022

This May, 开云全站app下载 pays tribute to the generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders that have enriched American history and healthcare. Read More

3 开云全站app下载 Leaders Named 鈥楴otable Executives of Color in Health Care鈥�

03/07/2022

Leaders were recognized for having broken barriers as they ascended to positions of influence in healthcare and working to provide relief, make vaccines and boosters available, and educate families on safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Celebrating Women鈥檚 History Month

03/04/2022

During March, 开云全站app下载 is recognizing the importance of Women鈥檚 History and the achievements of women in the healthcare industry. Read More

St. Baldrick鈥檚 event raises more than $9,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research

02/22/2022

In a return to the in-person event, nine individuals from the 开云全站app下载 community volunteered to shave their heads as part of the hospital鈥檚 annual St. Baldrick鈥檚 Foundation fundraiser. Read More

开云全站app下载 Named a Top Hospital for VBAC Deliveries

02/18/2022

BirthGuide Chicago rated hospital for success, safety in vaginal birth after cesarean deliveries. Read More

Concussion Management Goes Beyond the Football Field

02/11/2022

Concussions can happen to anyone at any time 鈥� whether from sports, a car accident, or just a fall. The Concussion Management Program at UI health brings together an experienced team of clinicians to help patients safely recover from concussions. Read More

Celebrating Black History Month at 开云全站app下载

02/01/2022

开云全站app下载 recognizes the achievements and contributions of the African American community during Black History Month. Read More

Dr. Sally Campbell-Lee elected to board of directors for American Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies

01/18/2022

Her research focuses on red blood cell transfusion in sickle cell disease and immunohematology Read More

Reflections on World AIDS Day

12/01/2021

Elena Llinas, of the 开云全站app下载 Community Clinic Network (UCCN), shares her thoughts on the annual day of support and commemoration for those living with and who have died from AIDS-related illness. Read More

Partnership for Pediatric Care: 开云全站app下载, Cook County Health Announce Specialty Pediatric Services Collaboration

11/03/2021

Under new shared-services partnership, 165 pediatric providers will be credentialed to provide care at both health systems鈥� locations. Read More

Surgeons Perform 开云全站app下载鈥檚 First Robotic-assisted Nipple-sparing Double Mastectomy

10/08/2021

The nearly scarless procedure can help alleviate patient fears about asymmetry and results. Read More

开云全站app下载 Leads Collaborative to Bring More Healthcare Services to Southwest Side

10/01/2021

The TARGET Health Collaborative Partnership will open a new clinic to increase access to comprehensive healthcare in Chicago鈥檚 Gage Park and West Elsdon communities. Read More

5 East Med-Surg Services Earns 2021 PRISM Award

09/30/2021

The University of Illinois Hospital receives its third AMSN PRISM Award since 2014. Read More

Heart Failure, Stroke Programs Receive Top Care Awards

09/07/2021

鈥楪et With The Guidelines鈥� designations recognize commitment to providing effective heart failure and stroke care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

7 开云全站app下载 Leaders Receive Presidential Medallion

08/27/2021

University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen honored leaders fo 开云全站app下载鈥檚 mass-vaccination effort and UIC鈥檚 vaccine clinical trials. Read More

Post-COVID Clinic Participates in Long-Hauler Study

07/13/2021

开云全站app下载, in Chicago, IL, has been working with local and national public health officials to respond to COVID-19 and minimize the spread. Read More

New OB Emergency Department Opens at 开云全站app下载

07/08/2021

The dedicated obstetric emergency room is the only such in Illinois and one of just four in the country. Read More

Spine Surgery Program recognized as Blue Distinction Center+

06/30/2021

The Blue Cross Blue Shield program designates healthcare facilities that show a commitment to safely and effectively delivering quality specialty care, including improved patient safety and better health outcomes. Read More

Rani Morrison named Thomas C. Dolan Executive Diversity Program Scholar

05/06/2021

The American College of Healthcare Executives program prepares new generations of top-level healthcare leaders who are more reflective of the diversity within healthcare organizations and the patients they serve. Read More

开云全站app下载 Delivering COVID-19 Vaccine to City鈥檚 Most Vulnerable

03/16/2021

Partnership with Protect Chicago Plus is providing the vaccine in Englewood and will soon expand to other neighborhoods. Read More

Transplant Program Sees Record Volumes, Leads Chicago in 3 Transplant Categories

02/15/2021

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, 开云全站app下载 performed a record number of liver and pancreas transplants in 2020. Read More

开云全站app下载 Named Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care

01/12/2021

The specialty care program recognizes healthcare providers that demonstrate expertise in delivering quality specialty care 鈥� safely, effectively, and cost efficiently. Read More

COVID-19 Vaccine 鈥楢 Light at the End of the Tunnel鈥�

12/18/2020

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics began its first COVID-19 vaccinations for healthcare providers Friday, Dec. 18. Read More

Expert Epilepsy Treatment and Care with State-of-the-Art Technology

12/03/2020

Robotic neurosurgery provides a completely new direction in management of complex epilepsy care and offers benefits for patients living with epilepsy. Read More

Don鈥檛 Let Your Guard Down: Get the Flu Shot!

11/10/2020

As we enter the flu season, all the safeguards we鈥檝e put in place for COVID apply for flu. Mask up, wash up, back up, clean up 鈥� and get your flu shot! Read More

Respiratory Therapy Team Critical in COVID-19 Care

10/26/2020

As part of Respiratory Care Week, we would like to highlight the critical role our respiratory therapists throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Stroke, Heart Failure Programs Recognized for Advanced, Effective Care

10/06/2020

鈥楪et With The Guidelines鈥� designations recognize commitment to providing effective stroke and heart failure care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

开云全站app下载 performs first-ever robotic kidney transplant for patient with polycystic kidney disease

10/01/2020

The first-of-its-kind procedure normally requires open, invasive surgery and a very large incision Read More

开云全站app下载 Named 鈥楲GBTQ Health Care Equality Top Performer鈥�

09/08/2020

The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics has been recognized for inclusive care and policies for LGBTQ patients, visitors, and staff by the Human Rights Campaign鈥檚 2020 Health Equality Index Read More

开云全站app下载 COVID-19 Vaccine Study Now Open

08/24/2020

Chicagoans to participate in national clinical trial beginning Aug. 24. Read More

开云全站app下载 Joint Replacement Program Receives Quality Award

08/19/2020

The Gage Award from America鈥檚 Essential Hospitals honors creative, successful programs that enhance patient care and meet community needs. Read More

开云全站app下载 Breaks Ground on Outpatient Surgery Center & Specialty Clinics Building

08/14/2020

University leadership, elected officials, and donors convene to celebrate new 200,000-square-foot facility planned to open in 2022. Read More

Grant to Support Mile Square Health Center鈥檚 Mission in Reducing Healthcare Disparities

07/31/2020

Grant program is funded by the AHA Institute for Diversity and Health Equity and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Read More

August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month

07/30/2020

More than 60% of transplant candidates waiting for organs in Illinois are minorities. Read More

开云全站app下载 Receives Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award

07/24/2020

Congratulations to the 开云全站app下载 Green Team for receiving the prestigious Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award, which recognizes outstanding hospitals from within the Partner for Change applications. This is the second consecutive year they have received this honor. Read More

开云全站app下载: We鈥檙e Ready to Care for You

07/23/2020

We鈥檙e all working to keep each other safe 鈥� and that means keeping ourselves healthy, too.开云全站app下载 is here, just as we鈥檝e always been to help you get the care you and your family need. We look forward to caring for you soon. Read More

Chicago Healthcare Organizations Align Efforts to Combat Systemic Racism in Healthcare

06/19/2020

开云全站app下载 is among 36 Chicago health systems to pledge to work to improve health equity across the city, focusing on vulnerable neighborhoods Read More

COVID-19 Vaccine to be Tested in 开云全站app下载 Clinical Trial

06/18/2020

开云全站app下载 is the only site in Chicago to be selected for phase 3 clinical trial Read More

Health, Safety Top Priorities as Appointments Resume at 开云全站app下载

06/09/2020

As we reopen regular appointments at our outpatient clinics, we want to let you know about the updates we have made to our healthcare spaces to ensure your visits are safe, timely, and convenient 鈥� so you and your loved ones continue to receive the care you need to stay healthy. Read More

L.P. Johnson Health Center is Now an Official Mile Square Health Center

05/29/2020

University of Illinois L.P. Johnson Health Center is now an official component of the 开云全站app下载鈥� Mile Square Health Center, one of the most progressive Federally Qualified Health Centers FQHCs in the nation. Read More

New Remdesivir Trial at 开云全站app下载 Tests Drug in Combination with Baricitinib

05/18/2020

Trial is part of continued search for COVID-19 treatments. Read More

开云全站app下载 Joins Registry of COVID-19 Frontline Care Providers, Preventive Drug Trial

04/30/2020

The HERO Registry seeks to engage healthcare workers, understand their experiences, and track their health outcomes related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

UIC, Chicago Shakespeare Theater partner to supply 5,000 face masks to 开云全站app下载

04/07/2020

The theater company鈥檚 costume fabricators produced the masks for 开云全站app下载 patients. Read More

Pharmacy Services Update: Reduced Locations & Hours

03/23/2020

In an effort to minimize exposure risk for 开云全站app下载 patients, visitors, and staff, 开云全站app下载 pharmacies will reduce locations, hours, and staff, effective Monday, March 23. Read More

Illinois Stay-at-Home Order: 开云全站app下载 Operations

03/21/2020

Illinois鈥� current stay-at-home order provides exemptions for individuals who have a role in providing healthcare services. Read More

Orthopaedics Team recognized for Excellence in Hip & Knee Replacement

01/28/2020

The department was recognized by Blue Cross Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for the joint-replacement surgeries. Read More

Department of Urology Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Clinic

01/21/2020

The new clinic, located on the concourse level of the University of Illinois Hospital, allows the department to expand its clinical services here on the 开云全站app下载 campus. Read More

Dr. Mark Hutchison named to 2nd Olympic Team

01/14/2020

鈥淗utch,鈥� who served on the Team USA medical staff at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, will again be a part of the medical team for the 2020 games in Tokyo. Read More

Can Obesity Limit Effectiveness of AFib Drugs?

11/27/2019

A new study from researchers at 开云全站app下载 is the first to show that some antiarrhythmic medications used to treat AFib are less effective in patients who are obese. Read More

开云全站app下载, IDPH Receive $9.5M for Maternal Outcomes Improvement Project

11/18/2019

The funding also will facilitate the design and implementation of a first-of-its-kind, two-generation postpartum clinic and research and training center at 开云全站app下载. Read More

$10 Million Gift to Fund New Outpatient Surgery Center at 开云全站app下载

11/14/2019

Bruno and Sallie Pasquinelli鈥檚 donation is the largest to date for UIC鈥檚 IGNITE Campaign锘�. Read More

开云全站app下载: Expertise in Epilepsy Diagnosis and Management

11/04/2019

Dr. Anna Serafini on when epilepsy is diagnosed, it is important to begin treatment as quickly as possible; Our specialists work together to create a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan that may include medications and dietary and surgical solutions Read More

Healthcare IT Leaders: 开云全站app下载 Again Recognized as a 鈥楳ost Wired鈥� Organization

09/19/2019

开云全站app下载 also achieved Most Wired Level 7 Certification, which allows organizations to better benchmark their level of adoption and outcomes achieved. Read More

开云全站app下载 Supports City Program to House Homeless Emergency Department Patients

08/22/2019

The Chicago and Cook County Flexible Housing Pool provides a streamlined process and mechanism to provide supportive housing for homeless individuals who are frequent users of hospital emergency rooms Read More

$100,000 Grant to Fund Pediatric Cancer Care, Clinical Trials at 开云全站app下载

08/20/2019

A 鈥楬andprint Ceremony鈥� was held to announce the grant from the Hyundai Hope on Wheels Program Read More

Stroke, Heart Failure Programs Recognized for Advanced, Effective Care

08/05/2019

鈥楪et With The Guidelines鈥� designations recognize commitment to providing effective stroke and heart failure care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

Back-to-School Physicals: What to Expect

08/01/2019

Summer is almost over 鈥� and a new school year is right around the corner. To make sure your child is ready for the new school year, learn what you should expect at their back to school physical. Read More

开云全站app下载 Earns Full Accreditation from the Commission on Cancer

07/16/2019

Accreditation recognizes Cancer Clinic鈥檚 commitment to providing comprehensive, high-quality, and multidisciplinary patient-centered cancer care. Read More

Robotic Pancreas Transplant a Safe Option for Obese Patients

07/08/2019

Patients often have been denied transplant to treat type 1 diabetes, but a recently published paper shows robotic surgery can be a safe treatment with improved outcomes Read More

Mile Square Health Center: Committed to HIV Prevention

06/28/2019

HIV prevention, including PrEP, and care for sexually transmitted disease are among the services at Mile Square鈥揌umboldt Park. Read More

The Chicago Lighthouse Dedicates New Space to Improve Patient Scheduling

06/11/2019

The recently dedicated space consolidates operations, improves efficiencies, and enables the Lighthouse staff to boost overall customer service for scheduling and coordinating 开云全站app下载 patient appointments. Read More

2 back-to-back, 4-way kidney swaps at 开云全站app下载

05/10/2019

The four-way paired kidney exchanges were the first two ever performed at 开云全站app下载. Read More

开云全站app下载 Receives Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award

05/09/2019

The Practice Greenhealth Emerald Award recognizes outstanding hospitals for commitment to advanced sustainability programs Read More

New Single Port Robotic Surgical System Only Available at 开云全站app下载

04/18/2019

The University of Illinois Hospital is the only academic medical center in Chicago to employ the Intuitive da Vinci Single Port (SP) Robotic System for urologic surgical procedures. Read More

Illinois Becomes First State in Midwest to Raise Tobacco Age to 21

04/08/2019

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the legislation at an April 7 event at Mile Square Health Center. Read More

开云全站app下载 Receives Full Accreditation from the National Accreditation Program of Breast Centers

04/04/2019

The Center for Breast Care now has full accreditation from the three bodies it recognizes for establishing care standards. Read More

开云全站app下载 Care Coordination Program Designated an Integrated Health Home

03/13/2019

The program serves Illinois patients enrolled in Medicaid. Read More

New CPS-based Mile Square Health Center Opens in Douglas

03/11/2019

The renovated school-based federally qualified health center is located on-site at John B. Drake Elementary School. Read More

开云全站app下载 Cancer Center Partners with Wellness House on Survivorship Programs

02/08/2019

More than 40 free monthly programs now available at the 开云全站app下载 Cancer Center and Mile Square Health Center Read More

开云全站app下载 expands needle exchange, HIV testing services on West Side

01/10/2019

Twenty-seven percent of clients sought care for skin or soft-tissue infection in past year Read More

Dr. Terry Vanden Hoek Named Chicago Medical Society鈥檚鈥楶hysician of the Year鈥�

11/27/2018

开云全站app下载鈥檚 Chief Medical Officer was honored by the society Nov. 20 Read More

Providers Weigh In: Don鈥檛 Let Type 2 Diabetes Control Your Life

11/01/2018

About 27 million people in the US have type 2 diabetes. Dr. Eisenberg on the many that don鈥檛 even know they have it. Left uncontrolled, it can lead to complications and even death. Read More

Chaim Garfinkel Named 鈥楲ifesaving Partner鈥� by Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network

10/12/2018

The director of Information Security & Technology Infrastructure at 开云全站app下载 was recognized for implementing electronic health record changes to improve access for Gift of Hope鈥檚 clinical staff and helping streamline the organ donation process. Read More

Breast Cancer Survivorship: Improving Health and Well-Being After Treatment

10/02/2018

More than 3 million people in the U.S. have survived breast cancer. The Breast Cancer Survivorship Team at 开云全站app下载 helps patients address their post-treatment challenges and concerns. Read More

Brain Aneurysm Program, Dr. Fady Charbel featured on 鈥榃indy City Live鈥�

09/27/2018

Dr. Charbel and brain aneurysm survivor LaShawn discussed brain aneurysm risk factors and symptoms as part of Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. Read More

开云全站app下载 to Lead Study of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Obese and Diabetic Patients

09/04/2018

The $1.7 million, two-year study will determine whether the therapy can help reduce the incidents of surgical site infections. Read More

Cancer Services, Nephrology Programs Recognized as 鈥楬igh Performing鈥� by U.S News & World Report

08/29/2018

The 开云全站app下载 programs are designated among the top 10% of medical centers for specialty care. Read More

5 East Med-Surg Services earns PRISM Award

07/17/2018

The University of Illinois Hospital was the only hospital in Illinois to achieve this status. Read More

开云全站app下载 Recognized for Achievements in Stroke & Heart Failure Care

07/10/2018

Get With The Guidelines designations recognize commitment to providing effective stroke and heart failure care using the most advanced procedures available. Read More

开云全站app下载 Midwifery Practice Recognized with 鈥楾riple Aim鈥� Best Practice Achievement

06/28/2018

Congratulations to our Certified Nurse Midwives and to all who made this achievement possible! Read More

Transplant Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary

06/26/2018

More than 600 people, including transplant patients, attended the event at Northly Island. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Kick off Your Sun-Smart Summer

06/19/2018

While summer kicks off the warmer months, it is important to acknowledge that the damaging effects of the sun can have an impact every month of the year. Take precaution to stay safe. Read More

开云全站app下载 Recognized for Inclusive Care, Policies for LGBTQ Patients, Visitors, and Employees

06/15/2018

Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality鈥� designation given to facilities that meet non-discrimination policies and practices Read More

开云全站app下载 eases patients鈥� pre-surgery protocol

06/07/2018

New protocols improve recovery and reduce patients鈥� length of stay Read More

开云全站app下载 Transplant Programs Recognized for Specialty Care

05/17/2018

Program recognized by Blue Cross & Blue Shield for excellence in pancreas, bone marrow/stem cell, and deceased donor transplantation Read More

鈥業ncompatible鈥� Donor Cells Cure Adult Sickle Cell Patients

04/26/2018

With new protocol, patients with aggressive sickle cell disease can receive stem cells from family members if only half of their HLA markers match. Previously, donors had to be a fully matched family member. Read More

开云全站app下载 Patient Arrives for Eye Appointment, Gets Treated for Stroke

04/18/2018

When the Ophthalmology team noticed signs of stroke in the patient, they quickly got her transferred to the Stroke Center for treatment Read More

5 Things to Know About Hearing Loss

04/16/2018

Hearing loss can affect people of all ages, from birth to adulthood, and nearly 20% of Americans report some degree of hearing loss. Here鈥檚 what to know about hearing loss evaluations and treatment options. Read More

Supportive Oncology: A Collaborative Approach to Improved Cancer Care

04/12/2018

As part of Chicago鈥檚 Supportive Oncology Collaborative, 开云全站app下载 is working to improve care and quality of life for cancer patients. Read More

New, Private Postpartum Rooms Set to Open This Month

04/05/2018

The rooms provide more space and privacy for new families during their first few days with their newborns. Read More

开云全站app下载 Celebrates New South Shore Mile Square Health Center

03/27/2018

The relocated center, which opened in January, offers expanded hours and a host of additional services, including immediate care, behavioral health counseling, and dental care. Read More

开云全站app下载 Researchers Receive $2.7 million Grant to Study Lung Biome Influences on Sarcoidosis

03/20/2018

Researchers will look at microbiome immune response in patients with the inflammatory disease that attacks organs, particularly the lungs and lymph nodes. Read More

Dr. Kristen Kenan Nominated for Humanism in Medicine Award

02/12/2018

Award honors physicians for compassionate care and holistic patient focus Read More

Newly Renovated Emergency Department Now Open

01/30/2018

New nurses鈥� station, pediatric rooms, and state-of-the art isolation room among the updates Read More

Mile Square鈥揝outh Shore Relocates Clinic

01/30/2018

The new location will offer immediate care and behavioral health services, and extended hours. Read More

Bariatric Surgery Program Again Recognized as Blue Distinction Center+

01/29/2018

Designation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois recognizes program for delivering quality, specialty care and cost-of-care measures Read More

Temporary Visitor Restrictions due to High Influenza Activity

01/10/2018

Due to many cases of influenza in area, the University of Illinois Hospital is implementing visitor restrictions to help protect patients, visitors, and staff, and prevent further spread of influenza. Read More

开云全站app下载 Recommits to Providing Housing to Chronically Homeless Emergency Department Patients

01/09/2018

The hospital will provide an additional $250,000 to help place chronically homeless emergency department patients into permanent housing. Read More

鈥楤est Hospital IT Departments鈥�: 开云全站app下载 Recognized for Innovative Technology Use

01/09/2018

University of Illinois Hospital is among 20 selected by Healthcare IT News as leaders in leveraging tech and data to help providers and staff deliver the best patient care and support. Read More

开云全站app下载 Craniofacial Team Consults on 鈥榃onder鈥� Movie

12/12/2017

The film tells the story of a 10-year-old boy with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare craniofacial disorder Read More

With Holiday Travel on the Horizon, Know Your Risk for Thrombosis

12/08/2017

Extended periods of inactivity 鈥� such as plane travel 鈥� could put you at risk for blood clots and embolisms Read More

Exposure to Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals May Drive Higher Diabetes Rates in Minorities

12/01/2017

Unequal exposure to environmental pollutants acting as endocrine-disrupting chemicals is an under-recognized risk factor that may play a key role in driving the higher rates of diabetes among minority and low-income populations Read More

Department of Surgery Live-Streams Procedures as Part of 9th Annual Clinical Robotic Surgery Association Congress

11/28/2017

The CRSA is the premier association for robotic minimally invasive surgeons and other healthcare professionals dedicated to the advancement of robotic surgical techniques. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Specialized Physical Therapists Deliver Advanced Treatment for Complex Conditions

11/01/2017

The Department of Physical Therapy, features a number of therapists with advanced certifications who can provide treatment to any physical condition or functional problem a patient might experience Read More

Tiniest Patients are the Biggest Stars on Halloween

10/31/2017

开云全站app下载 NICU staff creates costumes to help new parents and babies celebrate their first Halloween Read More

开云全站app下载 Recertified as Comprehensive Stroke Center

10/16/2017

Comprehensive Stroke Centers are recognized as industry leaders and are responsible for setting the national agenda in highly specialized stroke care. Read More

开云全站app下载 Joins National Network for Emergency Medicine Clinical Trials

10/09/2017

The SIREN network will pool resources and boost patient numbers for emergency medicine clinical trials to improve treatments and outcomes Read More

Before Lollapalooza Performance, Hip-Hop Artist Jidenna Visits Sickle Cell Patients at 开云全站app下载

08/04/2017

The performer was joined by producer Nana Kwabena, founder of sickle cell advocacy group AllOneBlood Read More

开云全站app下载 Recognized for Achievement in Heart Failure Care

07/07/2017

Hospital received American Heart Association Silver Quality Achievement Award for achieving sustained levels of heart failure treatment. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Know Your Risks for Kidney Disease 鈥� And Your Transplant Options

06/26/2017

Diabetes, high blood pressure, and hypertension all can contribute to chronic kidney disease. If kidney disease progresses, it can eventually lead to kidney failure, which requires dialysis or a kidney transplant to maintain life. Read More

开云全站app下载 Patient Receives Rare Small Bowel Transplant from Identical Twin Brother

06/21/2017

Patrick Noel lost the entirety of his small bowel following a bullet wound to his abdomen. But because his identical twin brother, Derrick, was a perfect match, he was able to avoid the risks associated with small bowel transplants. Read More

开云全站app下载 Receives Top Stroke Care Award

05/16/2017

American Heart Association/American Heart Association award recognizes sustained excellence in adherence to achievement indicators and meeting compliance standards for several quality measurements for stroke care. Read More

鈥楶RONTO鈥� Transport Initiative Moves into Full-Time Service

05/15/2017

Transportation initiative provides courtesy rides to patients being transitioned home from medical surgical and critical care units. Read More

Midwest's First Laser Treatment for AFib Performed at 开云全站app下载

05/10/2017

开云全站app下载 is the first hospital in the region to offer improved minimally invasive procedure for atrial fibrillation Read More

Understanding the Voice 鈥� Both On and Off the Stage

05/09/2017

With his musical background, Dr. H. Steven Sims, director of the Chicago Institute for Voice Care, has a unique perspective for caring for and treating voice and airway disorders Read More

Early, Comprehensive Approach Best for Treating Cleft Lip and Palate

03/29/2017

Cleft palate surgery will improve the appearance of a child鈥檚 face but also can improve breathing, hearing, and speech and language development The Craniofacial Team at 开云全站app下载 recognizes the complex needs of patients with orofacial clefts and other craniofacial conditions and can treat them in one specialized location. Read More

开云全站app下载 Patient First to Be Cured of Rare Blood Disorder

03/21/2017

Advancements in providing curative therapies for sickle cell disease created opportunity for 开云全站app下载 doctors to treat congenital dyserythropoietic anemia (CDA) using stem cell transplantation and without the need for preparative chemotherapy and radiation. Read More

Through Telehealth Consultations, 开云全站app下载 Doctors Help Ensure Safe Delivery of Baby in Ethiopia

03/09/2017

开云全站app下载 doctors were on a global-health visit to Ethiopia when she met a woman with a high-risk pregnancy. To deliver the best care possible, she connected with her 开云全站app下载 colleagues 鈥� 7,000 miles away in Chicago Read More

鈥楶RONTO鈥� Transport Service Offers Free Rides to Patients

02/23/2017

The pilot program helps transition home patients from the hospital, reducing a significant barrier to healthcare access Read More

After Historic Visit, Cuban Health Officials Share Impressions of Chicago鈥檚 Healthcare Delivery

02/14/2017

Cuban officials joined 开云全站app下载 leadership to observe how providers in the U.S. deliver healthcare in low-resource communities. Read More

How Technology Can Help Diabetes Patients Manage Their Disease

01/27/2017

开云全站app下载 researchers are studying the role of tools like videoconferencing and text messages on medication adherence and health habits Read More

开云全站app下载 Establishes Neurological Tissue Bank, Will Use 鈥楤ig Data鈥� to Find Cures

01/13/2017

New research endeavor to focus on epilepsy, ALS, and brain tumors Read More

Dr. Sandy Goldberg, Longtime 开云全站app下载 Partner, Recognized for her Commitment to Chicago鈥檚 Cancer Community

01/06/2017

Goldberg is the founder of A Silver Lining Foundation and the Evelyn Goldberg Mammography Center at 开云全站app下载 Read More

Landis Sims, 10, Defies the Odds on the Baseball Field

12/02/2016

Landis Sims dreams of playing baseball for the New York Yankees. Because he was born missing his hands and feet, Landis visits the Scheck & Siress clinic at 开云全站app下载 to get fitted for the prosthetics that help him compete at this best. Read More

Providers Weigh In: Prompt, Ongoing HIV Care Critical to Preventing New Infections

11/28/2016

HIV-positive individuals with a suppressed viral load are less likely to transmit the disease, but just 3 in 10 people living with HIV have the virus under control. Patient engagement and care retention can help increase the proportion of persons who have suppressed the virus. Read More

Chicago Cubs History at 开云全站app下载

10/28/2016

The 开云全站app下载 campus now sits on the site of the former West Side Grounds, where the Cubs called home when they last won the World Series in 1908. Read More

Improving the Safety of Opioid Therapy

10/24/2016

开云全站app下载 can improve the safety of opioid therapy by taking steps to ensure the responsible use opioid drugs to relieve pain and safeguard against their destructive potential Read More

$1.5 Million Grant to Study Diagnostic Error in Asthma, COPD

10/13/2016

More than 30 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, studies suggest 30 to 50 percent of these patients may have an incorrect diagnosis. 开云全站app下载 has been awarded a $1.5 million grant to study the impact of diagnostic error on outcomes for pulmonary patients and the use of lung-function testing in primary care. Read More