Joseph Maurice, MD
Professor and Associate Head of Surgical Scholarly Activity
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
About
Dr. Joseph Maurice completed medical school at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago, followed by an OBGYN residency at Cook County Hospital and a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Recognized nationally for advancing MIGS surgery and health equity, he has held academic leadership positions at Rush University—where he directed the Divisions of Gynecology and MIGS—and helped establish the OBGYN residency program at Carle Illinois College of Medicine. At UIC, he oversees the academic and clinical missions of the MIGS Division, focusing his practice on providing advanced minimally invasive surgical care for all patients at UI Health. In addition to serving as Division Director, Dr. Maurice leads the surgical mentorship program for the department as Associate Head for Surgical Scholarly Activities.
Dr. Maurice’s research focuses on disparities in obstetric and gynecologic care, especially Black maternal health and equitable access to minimally invasive surgery. He has significant national prominence in his field. Since 2016, he has been a delegate to the American Medical Association, leading national policy efforts to improve women’s healthcare. His work has resulted in multiple peer-reviewed publications, three major grants, and real progress in minority women’s health. As a respected educator, he has trained hundreds of residents and fellows and received numerous national awards for teaching excellence. He also holds leadership roles in the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopy (AAGL), the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and the American Medical Association (AMA), influencing policy and promoting women’s health nationwide.
Guiding his work are three main goals: developing rigorous academic and mentorship programs, reducing healthcare disparities in OBGYN, and establishing a clinically excellent, academically strong MIGS division at UIC.