
Rachel Smith-Kovarsky is the Program Manager of the Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity, Social Work and Community Health Department at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. She joined the CFHC board in 2024.
“After over 10 years of experience in Social Work and Community Health, I know the importance of our community having access to affordable high-quality care,” she said. “I believe in the work being done at CHFC and I’m excited to be a part of this board.”
As a Board member, I’m excited to be part of the change that brings community leaders together to improve health outcomes on Chicago’s South Side.
With more than 15 years of experience with FQHCs and nonprofits, I hope to employ my skills as an effective communicator with a fervent commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Through my work on this Board, I seek to enable positive health outcomes for our patients in whatever capacity I serve.