< Previous38 www.evchamber.com Evanston/Skokie School District 65 and Evanston Township High School District 202 are committed to racial and educational equity in order to create and support a welcoming community where all students feel a sense of belonging and have opportunities to learn. Evanston/Skokie School District 65 1500 McDaniel Avenue Evanston, IL 60201 www.district65.net Evanston Township High School District 202 1600 Dodge Avenue Evanston, IL 60201 www.eths.k12.il.us EducationHealthcare40 www.evchamber.com Healthcare Protecting the community they’re proud to serve is the goal of every physician, nurse and associate of AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston. One area in which this commitment to quality and excellence is readily apparent is in the hospital’s busy emergency department. As the front door to the hospital for many patients, AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital has implemented many improvements in emergency services for the community. Over the past three years, the physicians and staff of AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital’s Emergency Department launched an integrated acute behavioral health solution to reduce patient length of stay, implemented patient care navigators to arrange appropriate follow-up care and is working toward the deployment of medication-assisted treatment to assist in combatting the opioid crisis. In the area of behavioral health, the AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital emergency team—along with three of its AMITA Health sister hospitals—recently completed a successful pilot program aimed at closing possible gaps in care for its vulnerable patients undergoing a behavioral health crisis. The innovative program gets patients the most appropriate help in a timelier manner, making the experience a safer one for everyone while also reducing length of stay. In addition, the hospital partnered recently with the Evanston Fire Department to connect patients with education and resources to help improve their health and prevent future hospital visits. The Evanston Community Health Outreach (ECHO) program uses a mobile integrated health care approach to provide individuals at high risk for hospital readmission with free in-home medical visits, health education, social service referrals, home safety inspections and other resources. “This innovative partnership helps bring important health services directly to some of the members of our community who need it most,” said Kenneth Jones, president of AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital. “By placing trained caregivers out in the community, we’re better addressing key health concerns and issues before they escalate into something that requires a trip to the emergency room. Many of our patients find it challenging to find transportation for regular visits and checkups, so we’re bringing the care to them.” Some other innovative ways AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital is caring for our community include: • Establishing a durable network of community support to engage people with severe substance use disorder in taking steps toward active recovery. • Partnering with PEER Services of Evanston in outpatient follow-up care for patients battling substance use issues • Connecting with Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare to improve the care for our behavioral health patients With all this hard work an innovative thinking, the hospital’s emergency department physicians and staff were recently recognized by Vituity, the organization providing physician services in the department, as their 2019 Acute Care Practice of the Year for its extraordinary commitment to enhancing practice culture and delivering several innovative patient care programs. “The emergency department is just one area in which we’re hard at work making a difference for our patients and community,” Jones said. “We take enormous pride in offering innovative services and partnering with community organizations to expand access to cost-efficient care for our patients. It is an honor to take care of our shared community of Evanston each and every day.” AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston Commits to Caring for the Community AMITA HEALTH SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITALwww.evchamber.com 41 Earn a Master’s level Acupuncture, M.S. in Oriental Medicine combined with a B.S. in Nutrition. Graduate 3 years or less. Broad academic coursework and a superior clinical experience. Ancient medicine for modern times, leading acupuncture education. MIDWEST COLLEGE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE Contact Info: 800-593-2320 www.acupuncture.edu Fully accredited by ACAOM and degree granting privileges from the Wisconsin EAB and Illinois IBHE. OFFERS: 820 Foster Street, Evanston, IL 60201 847.492.7700 | SYMPHONYOFEVANSTON.COM EVANSTON A harmonious approach to care. 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Our college is fully accredited by ACAOM and we hold degree granting privileges from the Wisconsin EAP and Illinois IBHE. With the passage of recent legislation, acupuncture has one of the highest demands for healthcare employment opportunities, and this demand continues to rise. Additionally, acupuncture is approved in pain management treatment plans as an alternative for opiate recommendation. The number of medical facilities offering acupuncture is growing rapidly because the current model of healthcare delivery is ineffective, costly, and not sustainable. Acupuncture is one of the most promising non-pharmacologic approaches to pain management. Our students have compassion for healing people. They are top-quality academics and give tirelessly to provide healthcare alternatives to the community. Our clinic experience lets patients be a part of restoring the body’s balance through acupuncture. The students teach patients that health is the presence of energy, joy and relaxation. 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We value the relationship with our patients and recognize the importance of this throughout the recovery process. Our objective is to utilize a custom tailored approach to prevent patients from feeling like they are just another injury as we believe that everyone deserves individualized attention no matter how significant their pain or injury. Please come visit us at Doctors of Physical Therapy for any ache or pain that is related to movement, including but not limited to: low back pain, muscle pain, joint pain and for pre/post-surgical physical therapy. Pain Related to Movement DOCTORS OF PHYSICAL THERAPYwww.evchamber.com 43 Fischl Dental Associates, P.C. 636 Church St., Suite 200W Evanston, IL 60201 info@fischldental.com Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu: 8 am to 5 pm. Fri: 7 am to 1 pm. www.fischldental.com (847)864-0822 Healthcare Our office in Downtown Evanston is unique in our approach to creating a partnership with you in order to offer the most progressive preventative and restorative oral care available. We are committed to forming an alliance with you characterized by mutual trust and respect. We work with you to help you gain an understanding of your present condition and advise you of what steps are necessary for you to achieve optimal oral health. Then, because we trust and respect your opinion, you decide for yourself what approach and what pace you believe is best for you. In addition to general and family dentistry, Fischl Dental Associates special interests include the latest in cosmetic and dental implant techniques, such as porcelain veneers, bleaching, cosmetic bonding, and one day porcelain crowns. The Fischls have invested thousands of hours in advanced dental education and have stayed on the forefront of technical innovations, to ensure that their patients receive world- class restorations along with world-class service and tender loving care. Preventative and Restorative Oral Care FISCHL DENTAL ASSOCIATESExpert care close to home. Healthcare for what’s next. From regular checkups to unexpected illnesses, when you need medical care, you want it right away. NorthShore Medical Group offices are right in your neighborhood, offering exceptional care and simple convenience. • Expert, supportive primary care physicians • Walk-in availability, early morning, evening and weekend hours • Access to a network of hospitals and leading specialists • Easy appointment scheduling on your smartphone, tablet or computer Schedule an appointment today. We’re here in the neighborhood. M Evanston Medical Group Offices 909 Davis Street (847) 866-3700 Internal Medicine, Family Medicine 1007 Church Street (847) 475-4555 Internal Medicine 1000 Central Street (847) 733-5707 Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Specialty Care NorthShore Evanston Hospital 2650 Ridge Avenue (847) 570-2000 Evanston Immediate Care 524 Main Street (224) 364-2273 Medical Group M northshore.org/medicalgroupwww.evchamber.com 45 NorthShore University HealthSystem has long been an integral part of keeping Evanston healthy, most notably with the award-winning NorthShore Evanston Hospital. Their Medical Group offices extend that expertise, from wellness visits to unexpected illnesses and injuries, health screenings, vaccinations and more. And they’re redefining the routine checkup, with Advanced Primary Care. Why you need primary care Choosing a primary care physician and scheduling regular visits is an important step to maintaining your overall health and wellness. In addition to treating everyday health problems, your primary care physician provides preventive care for you and your family, and serves as your main point of contact for any health questions and concerns. NorthShore’s primary care team includes experts in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynecology. When necessary, your team works in close collaboration with leading specialists in more than 50 specialty services in every field of medicine, including Cancer, Orthopaedics, Neurological and Cardiovascular care. A new approach to care NorthShore is redefining the routine checkup with Advanced Primary Care—and they’re the only health system in the region offering this innovative approach. When you’re a NorthShore patient, your Advanced Primary Care physician can provide the latest genetic screenings. This means they can use your unique genetic makeup to identify specific risk factors for you. 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They offer onsite x-rays, labs and stitches as well as flu testing with conclusive same-day results. Care wherever you are NorthShore has three Medical Group locations and one Immediate Care Center in Evanston. You also have access to NorthShore Evanston Hospital. And when you choose a NorthShore primary care physician, you’re connected to a healthcare network of five hospitals, 20 Immediate Care Centers, more than 140 Medical Group and specialty offices, and more than 3,100 physicians and specialists across the northern suburbs and Chicago’s north side. To learn more, call NorthShore University HealthSystem at (847) 733-5707 or visit northshore.org today. Healthcare NorthShore Medical Group offers expertise and convenience in Evanston NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HEALTHSYSTEMBusiness in Evanstonwww.evchamber.com 47 Business in Evanston As the Evanston Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 100th anniversary, this publication has looked at Evanston business throughout history and its role in our community. Through challenges and opportunities, Evanston’s businessmen and businesswomen have dedicated themselves along with residents and visitors to build a thriving community. With thousands of existing businesses prospering, the Evanston entrepreneurial environment is supportive and enriching. In fact, in the article, The Pros of Planting Startups in Smaller Cities, Bloomberg BusinessWeek reporter John Tozzi listed Evanston as the best city in Illinois for startups. Evanston has a variety of great spaces and places. From modern Class A office buildings and boutique retail spaces to manufacturing sites and laboratories, Evanston offers great options for any kind of business. The city also prides itself on adaptive re-use, which entails taking a structure that may have been forgotten or undervalued and altering its original use to meet current and future demand. This trend accommodates new and evolving sets of tastes and desires among Evanston companies and institutions. The City of Evanston provides resources to new and existing businesses through its Economic Development Division. The Economic Development Division helps businesses get permits, find financing, and locate resources. The Division’s goal is to help businesses grow the Evanston economy and create the most livable city in America. Businesses can also find resources and support through the Evanston Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber offers opportunities for members to promote their businesses, develop new relationships, and access new resources and information. We hope that you find the articles in this publication both educational and inspirational. As we have attempted to show the evolution of business, the partners who support business growth and the pioneers who weren’t limited because of race or sex. We invite you to join us as we prepare for the next century! E vanston is a wonderful place to begin or continue a thriving business. With its proximity to Chicago, it has been a prime location for business for more than a century. But it takes more than desirable real estate to make business succeed. The City offers tremendous resources, a wealth of talent, convenient transportation, great places and spaces to locate, and a vibrant community. Next >