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50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Chicago
For nearly five decades, our organization has dedicated itself to providing accessible, client-centered healthcare services to women, trans individuals, and young people. Established in 1975, we have maintained a consistent commitment to empowering clients through comprehensive health education and medical care tailored to individual needs. Our sliding fee scale ensures financial barriers do not prevent access to essential services, reflecting our core values of justice and self-determination. We offer a wide range of specialized programs including gynecology, trans health services, counseling, and integrative health therapies. Our collaborative approach prioritizes client autonomy, allowing time for questions and active participation in treatment decisions.With over 6,000 annual visitors accessing our Chicago-based clinic, we continue to adapt our services based on community needs while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Our team of healthcare professionals combines technical expertise with compassionate care, ensuring clients receive both medical and emotional support. We maintain partnerships with insurance providers while preserving our commitment to those without coverage. Through annual reports and community engagement initiatives, we demonstrate ongoing accountability to the populations we serve. Our facility provides a safe, respectful environment where clients control their healthcare choices through informed decision-making.
Services
Gynecology
Trans Health
Counseling
Acupuncture
Nutrition Counseling
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Health Education
Voice Coaching
Alternative Insemination
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have provided client-centered healthcare since 1975 with sliding scale affordability
- Our team offers specialized expertise in gynecology and trans health services
- We guarantee no client will be denied care based on financial circumstances
- Our collaborative approach ensures clients participate in all treatment decisions
- We maintain partnerships with major insurance providers while serving uninsured patients
Services
Gynecology
Our gynecological services provide comprehensive reproductive healthcare including annual exams, contraceptive counseling, and menopause management. We offer specialized care for complex reproductive health needs while maintaining a focus on patient education and preventive care. Services are available on an affordable sliding fee scale regardless of insurance status.
Trans Health
We deliver affirming gender-affirming healthcare including hormone therapy, surgical referrals, and preventive screenings. Our providers work closely with clients to develop personalized care plans while ensuring access through our sliding fee scale. Services follow WPATH standards of care with a focus on holistic wellness.
Counseling
Our counseling program offers individual therapy sessions addressing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Therapists collaborate with clients to determine affordable session fees through our sliding scale. We accept select insurance plans while maintaining specialized support for underserved populations.
Acupuncture
Licensed practitioners provide acupuncture treatments for pain management, stress reduction, and reproductive health support. Sessions incorporate traditional Chinese medicine principles alongside modern wellness approaches. Payment options include sliding scale fees and flexible payment plans.
Nutrition Counseling
Registered dietitians offer personalized nutrition guidance for chronic disease management, eating disorders, and general wellness. Sessions focus on practical meal planning and sustainable lifestyle changes. Services remain accessible through our transparent sliding fee structure.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Humana PPO, and United PPO for gynecological and trans health services. Counseling clients can request receipts for out-of-network reimbursement.
How does your sliding fee scale work?
Clients determine payment amounts based on income and household size. No one is denied services due to inability to pay, and payment plans are available for all services.
Are services available for non-binary individuals?
Yes, our trans health services are available to all transgender and non-binary clients seeking gender-affirming care and preventive screenings.
Can I schedule appointments online?
Gynecology, trans health, and counseling clients can use our Athena Health portal for scheduling and payments. Other services require direct contact with our staff.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
We do not provide 24/7 emergency services but maintain referral partnerships for urgent care needs outside our regular business hours.
What education programs are available?
We offer health workshops, community outreach programs, and specialized training sessions on reproductive health topics for schools and organizations.
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Reviews (7)
Keisha Neloms
Dec 01, 2021
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I was referred to this facility by the hospital I delivered at because I needed physical therapy but was having issues with my insurance. I had to wait for an entire month for an appointment. They were very accommodating when it came to scheduling my appointment, however, failed to provide me with insight on how to gain access to the facility since my appointment was after hours. I showed up for my appointment the office was closed, there were no postings for after hour contact, I called the office and there was no option that allowed me to contact anyone because the office was closed. So, I missed
Jessica Lee
Dec 01, 2021
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Updated from 3 to 1 star. Provider stopped responding to requests to refill my prescriptions (that I've been on for over a year and shouldn't be stopped abruptly) and never received any contact back from them whatsoever.
CWHC was the best Healthcare I've received, hands down. That being said, I'm more than disappointed in the abrupt end to that care. I received a returned payment that was months old, my provider will not respond to my pharmacy's request to refill my prescriptions, they don't answer the phone and I've not received a return call. Are they out of business? Is this my provider's way
CWHC was the best Healthcare I've received, hands down. That being said, I'm more than disappointed in the abrupt end to that care. I received a returned payment that was months old, my provider will not respond to my pharmacy's request to refill my prescriptions, they don't answer the phone and I've not received a return call. Are they out of business? Is this my provider's way
Clara Villasenor
Nov 07, 2021
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Pros: Best place for Healthcare period. I have been coming here off and on since 2008 because of change of insurances. Currently they don't accept my insurance and I still would rather pay sliding scale than go any where else. They're thoughtful and take their time and don't weigh me.
Cons: still don't have an online portal and everything is on paper like 1997 it's strange. Also disappointed that there are barely any poc on staff right now. When I'm there I see no Black folks and the possibly Latinx person there is white. They could definitely do better on that. they don't take many insurances
Cons: still don't have an online portal and everything is on paper like 1997 it's strange. Also disappointed that there are barely any poc on staff right now. When I'm there I see no Black folks and the possibly Latinx person there is white. They could definitely do better on that. they don't take many insurances
Miss Vlad
Oct 06, 2021
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I have been with the center for over 4 years and I dont think I've ever been taken care of as well as these beautiful people have been caring for me and my health related needs! They're all compassionate, caring, attentive and non-judgmental, which are some of the most important qualities one can have, working in healthcare! I'm so beyond grateful for their support, during very difficult times I've been going through, lately..my health started to act out, recently, and I neded to address it, right away..they took me in immediately ,listened to all my concerns and provided me with the best care
Jordan Affeldt
Sep 25, 2021
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This place is literally the best. They go out of their way to make sure you feel safe and comfortable no matter what you're there for. I have had numerous really wonderful experiences here. It makes such a difference to have a health center that really cares for and supports you.
Regina Blum
Aug 22, 2021
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I love the Chicago Womens Health Center. I always feel so comforted when I go here. They definitely have your best interest at heart!
None Anon
Dec 13, 2020
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Fantastic people, really like an awesome group of Rns, workers and doctors striving to make a difference in the Healthcare of women in chicago. They even proactively will help with insurance pricing, differential pricing based upon how much you can afford. Lovely people. Lgbtq+ friendly and accepting.
