Dr. Kenneth Fox, MD, F.A.A.P

Dr. Kenneth Fox is a general pediatrician with over 34 years of experience in primary care, serving children from birth through age 18. Inspired at a young age by his own African American pediatrician on the south side of Chicago, Dr. Fox was motivated to pursue a career in pediatric medicine, dedicating his life to improving the health and well-being of children in underserved communities.

Dr. Fox earned his medical degree from the Pritzker School of Medicine at the University of Chicago in 1989, followed by his internship and residency at Boston Children's Hospital, which he completed in 1992. He further honed his expertise through a research fellowship with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on medical anthropology and community health.

Throughout his career, Dr. Fox has served in multiple leadership roles, including Chief Health Officer at Chicago Public Schools and attending physician positions at North Shore University Hospital and Erie Family Health Center. He is currently practicing at a federally qualified community health center in Chicago, focusing on community pediatrics and primary care, while also maintaining an affiliation with Lurie Children's Hospital.

Dr. Fox’s professional recognition includes being a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics, and a fellow at the PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact. Beyond clinical care, he has built an extensive history of writing, lecturing, and mentoring across three decades, contributing to the advancement of pediatric care and public health initiatives.

Dedicated to serving children and families, Dr. Fox actively participates in charitable causes, including Partners in Health and Heartland Human Care Services. He attributes his success to strong mentorship, lifelong learning, and a commitment to his values. For Dr. Fox, the greatest joy in his work comes from witnessing children grow and thrive, while partnering closely with families to support their health and development.

• University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine – MD, 1985–1989
• Boston Children’s Hospital – Internship & Residency, Pediatric Medicine, 1989–1992
• University of Pennsylvania / Robert Wood Johnson Foundation – Clinical Scholar, Medical Anthropology & Community Health, 1992–1994

• Diplomat, American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)
• Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP)
• Fellow, PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact

• American Academy of Pediatrics
• PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact

• Partners in Health
• Heartland Human Care Services
• Staffed rural clinics in Panama (2013–2016)
• Disaster relief and orphanage support in Haiti (2010)

Dr. Fox has an extensive history of writing and lecturing spanning over three decades, with many publications to his credit. While he did not have the specific publications in front of him during the interview, he confirmed having numerous publications throughout his career. His work can be referenced on his LinkedIn profile.