In the weeks since we launched The Change Institute of Cook County Health, I have heard from many of you who are ready to take part in this transformative movement. Our journey has just begun, and we are confident that together the health, business, and academic communities can put forth the same fervor demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic to tackling diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer and more.
Just this week, our mission of providing high-quality, precision medicine for all progressed at Provident Hospital with the addition of a new MRI machine. This $2 million investment at the storied Provident Hospital comes on the heels of a new Dialysis Center and improvements to the Provident Emergency Department and the inpatient area.
Thank you for your interest in impacting immediate health outcomes and improving the health of our communities for generations to come. We look forward to providing you with regular updates and ways to get involved with The Change Institute of Cook County Health.
Sincerely,
Israel Rocha Jr., CEO
Cook County Health
The Latest
Cook County Health Launches Change Institute
CCH leader Israel Rocha Jr. says he wants a new think tank to tackle diabetes, heart disease, strokes and cancer with the same energy as the hospital’s COVID pandemic response.
[Crain’s Chicago Business]
Cook County Health Unveils New MRI at Provident Hospital
Cook County Health conducts 6,000 MRIs each year. The new MRI will provide Provident patients with the latest technology in medical imaging. It represents a $2 million investment, supported by grant funding.
[Chicago Sun Times]
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[The Washington Post]
