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On this day in 2021, construction on our Specialty Care Building's steel frame was completed. Four years later, the SCB has transformed into a state-of-the-art clinic space and expansive outpatient surgery center that enables us to provide the highest quality care to our patients.

In this Q&A, Karine Tawagi of UI Health and Dr. Samantha Armstrong of IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, both active members of the Big Ten CRC and Hoosier Cancer Research Network, share how they launched their “Two Onc Docs” podcast. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ggi83Jhj

The employee recognition program at UI Health celebrates the employees who make a difference in the lives of our patients, guests, and colleagues. View previous honorees or nominate someone who has made a positive difference in your experience with UI Health today!

Yesterday, our physicians, nurses, and support staff had 'Fun in the Sun' at our all-employee summer outing, where they were treated to games, raffles, and as many cups of Italian ice as we could serve up!

We're excited to share that a new chapter of the American Association for Men in Nursing at UI Health held its kick-off meeting earlier this summer. The group is open to all, including UIC College of Nursing student and faculty nurses, with an intent to support male nurses, who make up only about 12% of the national nursing workforce. Mark (Mariusz) Kosla

On this episode of "The Digital Patient", hosts Dr. Joshua Liu & Alan Sardana sit down with Dr. David Chestek, CMIO at UI Health, to discuss “Why AI Scribes Will Never Have 100% Clinician Adoption (and that's OK), How to Pick Representative User Groups for Health Tech Pilots, Why Wearables Pose a Problem, and more…” Listen here: https://bit.ly/3WsZtdm

Our health system strives to provide expert care for all – and that includes our employees. It’s why we are committed offering the best possible health and wellness benefits to them and their families. Learn more about the healthcare options available to our employees at https://bit.ly/3VVN69n, and explore career opportunities today.

This week, we're hosting our annual ‘Fun in the Sun’ summer outing, an opportunity for all our employees to come together for a day of relaxation and connection. UI Health employees - Join us on Thursday for some fun, games, snacks, and raffles!

Yesterday, our Revitalize employee wellness program and UIC Campus Recreation hosted a rejuvenating outdoor yoga class for our frontline caregivers. The session featured a nourishing blend of gentle movement and calming meditation tailored to help our employees take a midday break and reconnect with themselves amidst the demands of their important work. UI Health employees can learn more about Revitalize and sign up today at https://bit.ly/3WjEauK.

Last month, UI Health joined thousands of our fellow Chicagoans at this year's Pride Parade. We walked to share our belief that all patients should feel safe, comfortable, and welcomed by their healthcare provider – regardless of their identity. Check out our photos from the celebration! 🌈🎉