Gerald L. Ignace
Indian Heatlh Center
The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center (GLIIHC) grew out of an awareness in the 1970s of the poor health of Milwaukee’s Native American community. Since its inception, GLIIHC has tripled in size and besides the medical clinic, houses a pharmacy, dental clinic, behavioral health center and a fitness center that is used by our physical therapist.
We provide comprehensive and culturally sensitive health care for the whole family. Tradition reminds us that in order to heal, every part of a human being must be addressed: The mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Our team strives to improve the essential health, peace and well-being of those that reside in the metropolitan Milwaukee area.
Your treatment encompasses the whole family, including the community. Located in the heart of Milwaukee’s near South Side, at 930 W. Historic Mitchell St., your urban Indian health center’s medical, wellness, cultural, spiritual and social services are available for people of all tribes, races, and ethnicities.
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Southeastern Wisconsin
The southeast region of Wisconsin, anchored by Milwaukee, is a dynamic urban area that buzzes with activity. It boasts a rich cultural scene, a variety of dining options, and waterfront parks along Lake Michigan. The area offers diverse neighborhoods, top-notch schools, vibrant festivals, a thriving art community, and sports teams that create a lively atmosphere.
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- Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center operates in Milwaukee county.
- Average county population in the Southeast Region is 425,499 people.
- Median income: $80,240
- Median property value: $230,730
- Average homeownership rate: 66%
- Commute time: 24 minutes
- Average Health Ranking: 3.5
Schools
- Average Number of K-12 Schools per County: 200
- Public School Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 93%
Universities
- Herzing University-Kenosha
- Carroll University
- Wisconsin Lutheran College
- Mount Mary University
Universities
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- University of Wisconsin-Parkside
- Marquette University
- Waukesha County Technical College
- Medical College of Wisconsin
- Milwaukee Area Technical College
- Milwaukee School of Engineering
- Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design
- Alverno College
- Concordia University Wisconsin
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