Every child develops at their own pace, but many parents wonder if their child’s speech development is on track. A speech-language pathologist shares insights.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

The Prairie State welcomed a fresh crop of new physicians on May 17, as SIU School of Medicine awarded degrees to the Class of 2025.

Dr. Kevin M. Simon, MD, MPH, FAPA (’15), is the inaugural Chief Behavioral Health Officer for the City of Boston, appointed by Mayor Michelle Wu. A triple board-certified psychiatrist (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatry, and Addiction Medicine), physician-scientist, health policy expert, and accomplished educator, Dr. Simon leads citywide efforts to address Boston’s behavioral health needs with innovative and inclusive strategies. Clinically, Dr. Simon directs the Justice Clinic at Boston Children’s Hospital, where he provides specialized care to youth and young adults with dual