Richard Jorgensen
@RJorgensen_MD
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Richard Jorgensen, MD. Former surgeon and current DuPage County Coroner. Serving the people of DuPage in office since 2012.
Wheaton, Illinois
Joined February 2020
In-person early voting has begun at ALL locations throughout #DuPageCounty. This election is too important to wait - vote early! Don't risk a COVID-19 case spike preventing you from going to your polling place on Election Day. #VoteEarly #VotingPlan
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Thank you @chicagotribune for your strong endorsement! "Jorgensen... is a retired surgeon who has raised awareness about the opioid epidemic & co-founded a program to equip first responders with naloxone to treat people dying of opioid overdoses. Jorgensen is strongly endorsed."
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As we celebrate #ColumbusDay, I am proud to announce I have received the endorsement of the Italian American Political Coalition! Thank you to every Italian-American who has contributed to the rich history of our nation & #DuPageCounty. Thank you for your support & endorsement!
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Coroner Richard Jorgensen, MD was unanimously endorsed for re-election by the @dupagechiefs. The endorsement cited to Dr. Jorgensen's leadership on opioids, extensive field knowledge, & strong working relationships w/ law enforcement. Full endorsement:
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“... convert from paper to electronic records and find ways to do more with less.” Full endorsement at:
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Since he first ran to become the DuPage County coroner in 2012, Dr. Richard Jorgensen never faced an opponent in an election - until now. Democrat Gregory Whalen of Clarendon Hills is looking to...
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Thank you to the @dailyherald for your endorsement! “But Jorgensen, a retired surgeon who practiced at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, ...bringing extensive medical and administrative experience to the office, Jorgensen set out to increase training for deputy coroners...”
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September is #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth. Tragically we have seen a dramatic increase in suicides since the start of the #COVID19 lockdown. Today I partnered with the @DuPageHD to raise awareness & highlight services available to prevent suicide. https://t.co/k9yT6PF8Qt
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Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay2020. We must work together to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help. I stand committed to addressing and improving mental health outcomes in #DuPageCounty. https://t.co/RdqqrkWL2S
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Happy Labor Day to everyone! Thank you to all of the workers who have built up our nation, and #DuPageCounty in particular! #LaborDay2020
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Yard signs are ready to go. We will be putting them up w/in the next week, so reserve yours now! To get a sign please tweet us, email info@JorgensenMDforCoroner.com, or fill out the form here https://t.co/lvXMlgcryz
#RightExperience #RightChoice #Jorgensen2020
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As a follow up to my preliminary reporting from May, I have now published the full report regarding the alarming increase in suicide and overdose deaths we have seen in #DuPageCounty in 2020. Full report here: https://t.co/rIO8jhV9Gs
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I am relieved that I was in the right place at the right time. As always, I stand ready to share my medical experience, training, and knowledge with the people of #DuPageCounty. Full story here: https://t.co/JE0D8QVlYB
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I recently released a statement through the #DuPageCounty Coroner's Office regarding two new deadly street drugs, Flualprazolam & Isotonitazene. These drugs have contributed to 15 known overdose deaths in DuPage to date. #Opioids Learn about the drugs: https://t.co/Zx7qThhCok
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I am proud to share my continuing education with the #DuPageCounty Coroner’s Office and the people of DuPage. #RightExperience #RightChoice #JorgensenMDforCoroner (2/2)
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I attended the Annual Surgical Conference of the Midwest Surgical Society last weekend - at no cost to the taxpayers, on my own dime. It’s vital to maintain my knowledge base, keep up with current procedures, & maintain professional relationships with surgical peers. (1/2)
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I was recently featured in the DuPage County Medical Society's newsletter regarding the #OpioidEpidemic and #COVID19. I will continue to advocate for more help for those suffering from addiction in #DuPageCounty. Now more than ever we must keep our support strong.
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ICYMI: The #DuPageCounty Coroner's Office continues to serve our County and seek justice for those who are unable to do so for themselves. #PublicSafety
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Charges have been upgraded to First Degree Murder against Alan Wang for beating his wife to death earlier this year.
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HAPPY FATHERS DAY! I am blessed with a beautiful wife, two amazing daughters, two loving sons-in-law and two fascinating grandchildren. That is why I continue to be dedicated to make the world a better place! #FathersDay2020
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We must continue to be vigilant of the unintended consequences of #COVID19, especially in relation to the #OpioidEpidemic. I will continue to use my experience as a doctor to advocate for more awareness & action to reverse the trend of overdose deaths. https://t.co/4txn16bQHb
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