UI Health

12/23/2025

Our Chief Diversity & Community Health Equity Officer Rani Morrison Williams was recently recognized at Chicago United’s Bridge Awards Celebration with the 2025 Business Leaders of Chicago Award 🎉👏

In addition, University of Illinois Chicago earned Chicago United’s 2025 Bridge Award in recognition of our university’s significant role in fostering diversity and its commitment to inclusive leadership. Chancellor Marie Lynn Miranda accepted the award on behalf of the UIC community.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4p1keYF

12/22/2025

Earlier this month, our Chief Nursing Officer Tye Hughes-Dillard was named the Illinois Nurses’ Foundation Nurse of the Year for 2025 🎉👏

The prestigious statewide honor celebrates the exceptional achievements and dedication of nurses who go above and beyond in their professional practice, and who have demonstrated outstanding clinical skills, leadership, and a commitment to patient care.

Under her leadership, we reached a historic milestone in 2025, earning our first-ever Magnet Recognition® — a testament to her vision, collaborative spirit, and dedication to elevating professional nursing practice.

Thank you, Tye, for your continued commitment to building a nursing program grounded in inclusivity, accountability, compassion, and empowerment 💚💙

12/21/2025

For the past decade, ’s Ara Tekian has been focused on how academic medical centers like UI Health can use simulation technology to allow students to practice delivering complex care in a safe, low-stress environment.

And this year, he was named one of UIC’s University Scholars, which honors faculty members across the university for superior research and teaching, along with great promise for future achievements.

Learn more about this exciting research happening at UI Health:
https://bit.ly/48tHidM

12/20/2025

Markus Trevedi may only be in high school, but this year is already his 8th annual hot cocoa fundraiser before the final Bears-Packers game of the season

Over the years, Markus's tradition has raised more than $16,000 for causes across the Chicagoland area, and we're so proud that he's decided to partner with our Walter Payton Liver Center for this year's fundraiser!

Thanks so much for your support, Markus. Bear down! 🐻⬇️

12/19/2025

Special delivery! Teddy bears for the holidays 🧸🎁

Sparky and UIC student athletes stopped by the hospital this morning to deliver the stuffed animals from the Teddy Bear Toss at this week's UIC Basketball doubleheader.

Special visits like these help brighten the days of children and families spending the holidays in our PICU or at our Child and Youth Center.

Thanks UIC Flames for bringing all the smiles and holiday cheer today 💚💙🔥

12/18/2025

Earlier today, ALS United Greater Chicago presented UI Health neurologists Dr. Charles Abrams, Dr. Diana Mnatsakanova, and Dr. Michelle Girouard with a $25,000 grant to support our hospital's Neuromuscular Disease Program.

This grant will support our multidisciplinary clinic by allowing us to provide specialized ALS care and support services in addition to our cutting edge treatments and clinical trials.

Congrats Neuromuscular team! We're excited to see how these funds help us improve treatments and quality of life for our patients 💚💙

Learn more about our Neuromuscular Disease Program: https://bit.ly/4rVZVyu

12/17/2025

Today, our leaders joined our staff for three special holiday meals — one for our first, second, and third shift — to thank them for the round-the-clock service they provide our patients and their families throughout the year.

Wishing all our staff a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season 💚💙

12/15/2025

Healing in a winter wonderland ❄️

12/13/2025

For the past decade, our University of Illinois College of Medicine and University of Illinois Cancer Center's Jun Sun has been focused on learning how our microbiome — a newly discovered “invisible organ” — interacts with various diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and cancer.

And this year, she was named one of UIC’s University Scholars, which honors faculty members across the university for superior research and teaching, along with great promise for future achievements.

A better understanding of the mechanisms of our microbiome can lead to better prevention, early diagnosis, and innovative therapies that improve life quality for patients.

Learn more about this exciting research happening at UI Health: https://bit.ly/4rJBGn0

12/12/2025

12/11/2025

Be mindful when eating. Stay hydrated. Get moving. Get vaccinated. And don’t skip the doctor!

UI Health primary care physician Dr. Olga Garcia-Bedayo shares her tips for prioritizing your health during the holiday season and into the new year.

To schedule an appointment with one of our primary care doctors, call 866.600.2273 or visit https://bit.ly/3VGFWFA.