Two Indian American Women Physicians to lead Institute of Medicine of Chicago

CHICAGO (TIP): Two noted Indian American physicians — Archana Chatterjee and Beena Peters — are set to lead The Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC), a leading non-profit dedicated to advancing health equity.
Archana Chatterjee was named as President-Elect and Fellow of IOMC, and Beena Peters as Secretary and Fellow of IOMC, according to a media release. The Board of Governors unanimously approved both appointments on December 8, 2025. “Welcoming Dr. Archana Chatterjee and Dr. Beena Peters in these roles marks a pivotal moment for IOMC,” said IOMC President Dr. Lorenzo Pence. “Their passion and expertise will energize our mission to close gaps in care, foster innovation, and champion a healthier future for all.”
“It is a true privilege to serve as President-Elect of IOMC at such a transformative time,” said Chatterjee. “I am inspired by the collective purpose of our Board and leadership team, and I am eager to help shape bold new initiatives that will enrich lives and build healthier communities.”
“Being named Secretary of IOMC is a distinct honor,” said Peters. “I am excited to champion our shared mission—especially in maternal health—while collaborating across disciplines to create brighter, healthier futures for all.”
Dr. Chatterjee has served as Vice President of the IOMC and previously as a Board Director. She currently serves as Dean of Chicago Medical School and Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
Trained as a pediatric infectious disease specialist, Dr. Chatterjee has practiced in her field for over 20 years and has conducted over 120 clinical trials, published over 100 peer reviewed articles, 26 invited review articles, 31 book chapters, and one book.
She serves as an ad hoc reviewer for 35 scientific journals, has delivered more than 1000 lectures, and given 210 presentations at international, national, regional, and local events. Additionally, she has served as the course director for over 30 CME programs, participated in over 100 media interviews, and written 30 newspaper articles.
Dr. Peters most recently served as a Board Director at IOMC, and now chairs the IOMC Maternal & Child Health Workgroup, where her leadership sparks actionable change.
She previously served as the System Chief Nursing Executive at Cook County Health System, making a lasting impact on patients and professionals alike.
As a transformational leader with more than 25 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, Dr. Peters most recently served as System Chief Nursing Executive at Cook County Health. In this role, she oversaw nursing practice across hospitals, correctional health ambulatory care, public health, and the Medicaid managed care plan.
Before joining Cook County Health, Dr. Peters held a variety of nursing and hospital leadership roles, including Administrator of Children’s Hospital, Founding Director of the NIDCAP Training Center, Director of Payroll and Nursing Information Systems, and Associate Chief Nursing Officer at the
University of Illinois Hospital.
Dr. Peters is a Fellow of the Johnson & Johnson Nurse Innovation Fellowship, the American College of Healthcare Executives, The Advisory Board, and the American Academy of Nursing.
She serves on numerous community and educational boards, including the UIC College of Nursing External Advisory Board, the UIC Master of Healthcare Administration Advisory Board, and served the Advocate South Asian Cardiac Center Advisory Board. Dr. Peters is also the founding president of the Indian Nursing Association of Illinois.
Her exceptional leadership has been recognized with the 2023 Joan L. Shaver Outstanding Illinois Nurse Leader Award, the
Jonas Salk Health Leadership Award from March of Dimes, the Woman Icon Award, and the Outstanding Professional Award from KCCNA.