Prevention and Care Team (PACT) at The University of Chicago
Linkage to HIV, HCV, STI, and PrEP medical care
HIV screening and prevention (including PrEP referrals)
Sexual Health Counseling
Referrals to community clinics and resources
Case Management
Care regardless of insurance status
We Offer:
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
*4:30 PM is the last appointment available.
HIV Care Clinic
What we provide:
Comprehensive HIV care that provides up-to-date care and treatment options
Knowledgeable HIV care providers and support team that help navigate insurance and medication access
Referral to essential supports and services (insurance navigation, case management, mental health services, transportation, etc.)
Timely appointments and referrals
Confidential and person-centered care
To schedule an appointment with our ID clinic, please call 773-734-1443. Referrals may be needed based on your insurance plan. For follow-up with our care team, please contact the UChicago HIV/STI referral line at (866) 747-0074 or email us at HIV-Pact@bsd.uchicago.edu
Sexual Wellness Clinic
Monday through Friday, 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
*For immediate assistance or patient-related concerns, please page the SWC pager at 3585.
For test results or follow-up with SWC, our UuChicago HIV/STI results and referral line is (866) 747-0074 or email us at sexuallwellnessclinic@bsd.uchicago.edu
Clinic Hours
How It Works:
• You are first seen by an ED provider for a brief medical screening exam
• If appropriate, you are escorted to the SWC (DCAM 5D)
• Our team completes testing, treatment, and prevention services in one visit
Who Stays in the ED:
• Patients who are pregnant
• Patients under 18
• Patients with acute behavioral health concerns
• Patients seeking care after sexual assault
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Project Coordinator
Alton (he/him/his) is a native of Chicago. I’ve been working as a case manager for nearly 20 years in numerous Chicago neighborhoods. Proud Turtle dad and recent cat dad!
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Senior Linkage to Care Coordinator
Damaris (she/her/hers) is the Senior Linkage to Care Coordinator for the Sexual Wellness Clinic, with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ and women’s health. She collaborates with FQHCs and CDPH to enhance patient education, access, and treatment. With 7 years of experience in healthcare, Damaris is passionate about health equity and committed to bridging gaps to ensure inclusive and accessible sexual health services.
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Research Coordinator
Jackson (he/him/his) is a midwesterner through and through, he grew up in a small West Michigan town and is a recent graduate from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience. Prior to working with CCHE, Jackson was involved in undergraduate research at the Center for Sexuality and Health Disparities and Michigan Medicine wherein he assisted on studies focusing on improving adolescent sexual and behavioral health outcomes. His research interests include expanding access to HIV prevention and education tools for racial, gender, and sexual minorities, and the ways in which digital health technologies impact sexual health outcomes. Outside of work, Jackson enjoys the simplicity of life by grabbing a coffee with friends and exploring the Windy City.
Sexual Wellness Clinic Staff
HIV PACT Staff
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Supportive Services Coordinator
Jessica (she/her/hers) has been working in the Healthcare field for about 13 years. In 2015 Jessica began working with an FQHC organization. During that time, she was introduced and had the pleasure of working with patients who were living and newly diagnosed with HIV. During my time there Jessica fell in love with learning and growing with the people within the community. In 2019, Jessica became a part of the Gastroenterology team at The University of Chicago Medicine. While working in that department was an exciting and educational experience, she felt like something was missing. 2020 The GI department moved to a different floor where the team shared a clinic space with Infectious Disease. During the time shared, Jessica was able to work with a different dynamic group of patients, and she believes she found what was missing. With this new position, Jessica is excited to help patients receive the help and resources they may not know that CCHE and UCM offers.
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Jessica (she/her/hers) is the Director of HIV Clinical Engagement and a licensed clinical social worker for the Section of Infectious Diseases and CCHE. Jessica oversees implementation of HIV care and prevention initiatives at The University of Chicago’s Medical Campus with the HIV Prevention and Care Team (HIV-PACT) to improve access to services for people living with HIV and those vulnerable to HIV. She serves as the program director for the Expanded HIV Testing and Linkage to Care (xTLC) and the Gilead FOCUS program supporting routine HIV and HCV screening, working with local partner hospitals and health clinics to improve routine screening programs. Jessica holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s in International Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Assistant Care Manager
Lindsey Wesley-Madgett (she/her/hers) is our Assistant Care Manager, she works with people living with HIV or HCV through our Data2Care program, xTLC Program, and our HCV project. Lindsey previously worked with our xTLC program at an FQHC. Lindsey is a Certified Medical Assistant, African-American Education and HIV/STI Prevention Instructor, Certified HIV Prevention and Partner Services Counselor, Certified HIV tester.
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Social Worker
Michelle (she/her/hers) is the licensed clinical social worker for the Section of Infectious Diseases and the HIV clinic at the University of Chicago for the past 27 years.
She is the lead linkage to care coordinator for the Expanded HIV Testing and Linkage to Care Initiative (xTLC) and is often the first contact for new patients as part of the Prevention and Care Team (PACT).
Michelle received her Master’s in Social Work from Tulane University long ago ( 1994!) and enjoys sharing her experience with new social workers and students to continue training future workers.
Michelle provides compassionate behavioral health and care coordination services for any family impacted by HIV/AIDS.
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Social Work Foundations Intern
B (they/he) recently moved to Chicago to pursue a Master's degree in social work at the University of Chicago. Previously, B earned a BS in public health, with a focus on community health promotion, from Portland State University. B has been focusing their studies on HIV prevention for the past few years, and is dedicated to providing HIV care to all while addressing stigma and disparities in care. In his professional life, B has been working in residential and emergency mental health services, bringing an intersectional approach to HIV prevention. In their personal life, B enjoys spending time with his dog and cat, Chantel and Clover, as well as exploring the arts and engaging with community networks.