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.
❤️ Today, the National Medical Association stands in RED for heart health.
On National Wear Red Day, the NMA is proud to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the United States, and its disproportionate impact on Black communities.
As Black physicians and health leaders, we remain committed to advancing prevention, education, early detection, and equitable access to care so that every community has the opportunity to live a longer, healthier life.
Start the conversation. Protect your heart.
#NationalWearRedDay #WearRedDay #HeartHealth #HealthEquity #BlackPhysicians #NMA #HealthyHearts #CommunityHealth #PreventionMatters
Dr. Mitchell on the move again, proudly representing the National Medical Association (NMA) at the 15th Annual The Business of Healthcare Conference at the University of Miami.
Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD continues to elevate the voice and impact of Black physicians while highlighting the importance of the communities we serve and advocate for every day.
Leadership. Representation. Impact.
#NMA #WeAreTheLegend #BlackPhysicians #HealthEquity #BusinessOfHealthcare #PhysicianLeadership #CommunityHealth #HealthcareLeadership #RepresentationMatters
Today, the National Medical Association recognizes World Cancer Day, a moment to stand with patients, families, caregivers, and physicians working every day to prevent, treat, and eliminate cancer disparities.
Cancer does not impact all communities equally. Together, we remain committed to advancing equitable access to prevention, early detection, high-quality care, clinical trials, and lifesaving treatment for all.
At NMA, we will continue to lead with science, advocacy, and compassion, because every life deserves the same chance to survive and thrive.
#WorldCancerDay #NationalMedicalAssociation #NMA #HealthEquity #CancerAwareness #CloseTheCareGap #PhysiciansForEquity
Today, the National Medical Association proudly celebrates National Women Physicians Day, honoring the extraordinary women physicians who lead with excellence, compassion, and courage every day.
On February 3, 2026, we recognize your impact on patients, families, communities, and the future of medicine. Thank you for breaking barriers, advancing health equity, and inspiring the next generation of physicians.
💙 Happy National Women Physicians Day!
#NationalWomenPhysiciansDay #NMA #WomenInMedicine #PhysicianLeaders #HealthEquity #CelebrateWomenPhysicians
The National Medical Association was honored to help kick off Black History Month with an inspiring engagement by our 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, at the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Black Professional Network.
We are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Black history, leadership, and the continued impact of Black physicians in advancing health equity, then and now.
#BlackHistoryMonth #NMA #RogerMitchellMD #HealthEquity #BlackLeadership #CareFirstBPN
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