Stephanie Cox-Batson

Dr. Stephanie Cox- Batson returned to Near North Health as Chief Medical Officer in 2017. Dr. Cox-Batson has worked in community and public health for more than fourteen years. She previously worked at Near North Health for 10 years as a women’s health provider.

Prior to returning to Near North Health as Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Cox-Baton was in private practice in Chicago. She is dedicated to improving the health of the family unit by focusing on prevention, nutrition and lifestyle changes. Dr. Cox is a tireless patient advocate, believing all patients deserve the best healthcare possible regardless of status or ability to pay.

Throughout her more than 20-year career she has held numerous leadership roles including Director of Quality Improvement for Near North Health, Chairman of the Research Committee, Clinical Coordinator of Women’s Health, and Course Director in Nicaragua. As CMO she works to expand programming and services for those patients experiencing gaps in care.

Dr. Cox-Batson grew up in Ohio. She received her BA from Northwestern University, and her MD and MA from Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her residency in OBGYN at Northwestern Prentice Hospital. She is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has staff privileges at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.