Doctor Noelle Hurks is a Board Certified Emergency Medicine physician who joined the Insight Hospital team in 2022. Doctor Hurks brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role and as a member of the Bronzeville community has a deep sense of commitment to her patients. Having practiced primarily in underserved communities since 2013, she understands the importance of  medical literacy and accessible healthcare, and strives to make a positive impact on the lives of her patients.   

Doctor Hurks obtained her Bachelor’s degree from Spelman College in Atlanta Georgia. She went on to obtain her Doctorate of Medicine at Meharry Medical College in Nashville Tennessee culminating with Emergency Medicine residency training at the University of Chicago. 

 Outside of medicine, Doctor Hurks  is happily married and enjoys reading, working out, cooking, traveling, and spending quality time with her nephew.

Dr. Dickson is board certified in Emergency Medicine through the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He did three years of research at Columbia University Medical Center before going to medical school at SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn, NY. He later completed his residency in emergency medicine at Cook County Hospital. Dr. Dickson has been proudly serving the people of Chicago at Insight Hospital since July 2021. 

Carl Ferraro, M.D. graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine, completed residency in Emergency Medicine at the Wright State University Affiliated Hospitals, and is board certified in Emergency Medicine. He has been working as an Emergency Physician in Chicago since 1985, and has worked at Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago since its establishment. Dr. Ferraro has been involved with medical education throughout his career having helped in the training of numerous medical students and residents, and served as an Associate Program Director for the University of Illinois at Chicago Emergency Medicine Residency. Outside of medicine, Dr. Ferraro enjoys cycling, hiking and mountaineering, and music.

Dr. Kierre R. Honore is a 19 year board-certified emergency medicine physician. Dr. Honore graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2003. He completed his residency training at the University of Illinois’ Emergency Medicine Residency Program. Since 2006, Dr. Honore has been an esteemed and vital member of the Chicagoland community, treating his patients with the greatest attention to every detail of their health care needs, with an emphasis on maintaining their general wellness. Dr. Honore is excited and proud to care for his patients at Insight Hospital and Medical Center.

Valerie Yu, DNP, FNP-BC, RNC-NICU

Valerie Yu, a family nurse practitioner certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), focuses on preventative medicine and health promotion. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from West Suburban College of Nursing before pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Fluent in Cantonese, Valerie joined Insight Chicago’s emergency room team in February 2023.

With a wealth of knowledge and expertise, Valerie makes substantial contributions to her role. As an integral member of the Chinatown/Bridgeport community, she exhibits a deep commitment to her patients. Having served predominantly underserved populations since 2012, she understands the importance of medical literacy and accessible healthcare. Valerie’s steadfast dedication aims to positively impact the well-being of her patients.