Yvonne C. Collins M.D. is a Gynecologic Oncologist and current Chief Medical Officer of CountyCare within Cook County Health Hospitals System. She is board certified in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Collins is a graduate of Xavier University in Louisiana and University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, Florida. She completed a residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois and received fellowship training in Gynecologic Oncology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York.
Dr. Collins has devoted her career to educating underserved women on the importance of routine health maintenance, including Pap tests. Her research interest includes community outreach and education on the causes, prevention, screening, and early detection of cervical cancer, which is preventable. She also has an interest in empowering women through education, eliminating barriers to care and increasing access. She works with community organizations, area churches, beauty salons, task forces and the American Cancer Society on developing ways to decrease racial disparities related to cervical cancer diagnosis, treatment, and mortality. She has provided healthcare not only in the United States, but has traveled abroad to Central America, the Caribbean, Asia, and Africa providing care to those who need it. She lectures nationally and internationally with the goal being to educate on disease prevention. She was honored as an Outstanding Teacher and Humanitarian of the Year.
Dr. Collins has published in various scientific journals, including Gynecologic Oncology and Journal of the Lower Genital Tract Disease. In addition, Dr. Collins served on the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO) Cervical Education Committee, previous chair of the SGO Health Care Disparities Task Force and previous president of the Prairie State Medical Society. She is currently Region IV Trustee for National Medical Association and a member the Cook County Physicians Association. Additionally, she was a 2022 Climate, Health, and Equity Fellow.
She has attended Trinity United Church of Christ since age six and currently serves in the Women’s Chorus, the Trustee Ministry, and the Deacon Ministry. She enjoys lecturing, traveling, and spending time with her family.
🎤 The countdown is on!
At this year’s NMA Professional Development Series (PDS), we’re diving into the topics that matter most for healthcare, equity, and justice in today’s world. From vaccine confidence to Medicaid, diabetes care, climate health, innovation, and more, these are conversations you simply can’t afford to miss.
📅 September 24, 2025
📍 Washington, DC
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Reception to follow)
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🚨 Don’t Miss This Session at PDS! 🚨
At the NMA Professional Development Series we’re tackling the future of healthcare with:
Policy, People, and Progress: Centering Equity in Workforce Development
📅 September 24, 2025
📍 Washington, DC
Join Dr. Chidimma Acholonu (Moderator), Andrea Price-Carter, Dr. Robert Walker, and Dr. Malcolm Woodland as they discuss how centering equity in workforce development is essential for building a stronger, fairer healthcare system.
This is more than a conversation — it’s a call to action. Be in the room where it happens.
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💉 Beyond the Shot: Vaccine Access, Policy, and Public Confidence 💉
Vaccines save lives, but access, policy, and public trust remain critical challenges. At this year’s NMA Professional Development Series (PDS), we’re bringing together leaders in medicine and public health to tackle these pressing issues head-on.
📅 September 24, 2025
📍 Washington, DC
🎤 Featuring:
🔹 Oliver T. Brooks, MD, FAAP
🔹 Virginia Caine, MD
🔹 Tanya Rogo, MD, MPH, FAAP
🔹 Patricia Whitley Williams, MD, FAAP
Moderated by Dial Hewlett, MD
Join us for a powerful discussion on protecting communities through equitable vaccine policy and rebuilding public confidence.
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🌍 Resisting Inequity: Health Policy in the Age of Climate and Environmental Crisis 🌍
Communities of color are on the frontlines of climate change and environmental injustice, and the health impacts are undeniable. At the NMA Professional Development Series (PDS), experts will address how health policy must evolve to protect our patients, providers, and the planet.
📅 September 24, 2025
📍 Washington, DC
🎤 Featuring:
🔹 Marshala Lee-McCall, MD, MPH, FAAFP
🔹 Ifeanyi Olele, DO, MBA, MS, FAPA
🔹 Alexa White
🔹 David Bowman, MD, DIPABLM
Moderated by Mark Mitchell, MD, MPH
This is not just about healthcare, it’s about survival, justice, and the future of our communities.
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🩺 From Legislation to Implementation: Navigating Medicaid’s Next Chapter
Medicaid is a lifeline for millions, but what comes next? At the NMA Professional Development Series (PDS), leading experts and policymakers will unpack Medicaid’s future, exploring the challenges and opportunities ahead.
📅 September 24, 2025
📍 Washington, DC
🎤 Featuring:
🔹 Senator Vincent Hughes
🔹 Leo Cuello, JD – Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy
🔹 Adimika Arthur, MPH
Moderated by Priscilla Mpasi, MD, FAAP
This conversation is critical for the future of healthcare access and equity — don’t miss it!
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Join a community of over 50,000 dedicated African American physicians and professionals committed to making a positive impact on healthcare. Discover the benefits of NMA membership, access professional development opportunities, and become a part of a network dedicated to advancing health equity.
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