Are you aware of how important sleep is for your overall health? It’s not just about feeling rested—sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining both your physical and mental well-being. However, for individuals facing addiction, getting a good night’s sleep can be a significant challenge. Sleep disturbances are closely linked…
Contributors
Nick Howell
A McHenry County native, Nick graduated from Eureka College with a B.S. in Business Administration and Financial Economics. With over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry, Nick joined NIRC in 2021. His expertise lies in quality, financial, and operational improvement, as well as strategic planning and implementation. Certified in Six Sigma, Lean, and Agile project methodologies, Nick is dedicated to leading and developing high-performing teams while continually striving for personal and professional growth. He is also actively involved in his community, volunteering with local organizations focused on supporting people in recovery. Nick is committed to making a positive impact both professionally and personally, and is excited to bring his skills and experience to NIRC to help improve the healthcare services in McHenry County.
Angela Byrnes, BSN, RN
Angela, is a lifelong resident of McHenry County and brings over 16 years of invaluable experience in the medical field. As a seasoned nurse, Angela has seamlessly transitioned into nursing leadership over the past seven years. Angela’s leadership journey is driven by a commitment to ensuring safe and timely care for our clients. Her vision extends beyond the immediate to focus on refining processes that guarantee efficiency and excellence in client care services. Currently charting new horizons, Angela is on a quest for knowledge and expertise. In her pursuit of excellence, she is undertaking a master’s degree in nursing with a specialization as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. This educational endeavor reflects Angela’s unwavering dedication to staying at the forefront of advancements in mental health care.
Dr. Beth Dunlap, M.D.
Dr. Beth Dunlap, a board-certified addiction medicine and family medicine physician, and is the medical director at Northern Illinois Recovery Center. She is responsible for overseeing all the integrated medical services at both campuses. Beth completed medical school, residency, and fellowship at Northwestern University, where she continues to serve on the faculty as a member of the Department of Family and Community Medicine. She has extensive experience in addiction medicine at all levels of care, and her clinical interests include integrated primary care and addiction medicine, harm reduction, and medication-assisted treatment.
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