Our Mission

The Center for the Underserved at Rush ENT (CURE) is an initiative by students and faculty at Rush University Medical Center aimed at enhancing access to otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) care for underserved persons in Chicago and beyond. CURE focuses on providing comprehensive ENT services to individuals in rural areas of Central Illinois and to homeless communities in Chicago. The program utilizes both in-person and telemedicine approaches to deliver care, ensuring that patients with complex needs receive the necessary surgical and medical interventions. Additionally, CURE collaborates with local shelters and community organizations to offer integrated telemedicine services, combining video consultations with in-person visits to address the healthcare needs of homeless individuals. (Rush University Medical Center)

CURE is a collaborative effort between physicians, students, audiologists, support staff, and general volunteers within Chicago and across the globe who work together to advance our mission to expand access to high-quality specialty medical care to historically underserved areas and communities.