Oak Forest Hospital Of Cook County

Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County is a public hospital located in Oak Forest, Illinois, United States. It is part of the Cook County Health and Hospitals System, which is one of the largest public health systems in the country. The hospital provides a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, and rehabilitation services.

History

The Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County was established in 1907 as a tuberculosis sanatorium. Over the years, it has evolved into a full-service hospital, providing care to the residents of Cook County, regardless of their ability to pay.

Services

The hospital offers a variety of services, including:

• Emergency Department: The hospital's emergency department provides 24-hour care for patients with urgent medical conditions.
• Surgery: The hospital's surgical department performs a wide range of procedures, from routine operations to complex surgeries.
• Internal Medicine: The hospital's internal medicine department provides comprehensive care for adults, including preventive care and treatment for chronic diseases.
• Pediatrics: The hospital's pediatrics department provides care for children, from newborns to adolescents.
• Rehabilitation Services: The hospital's rehabilitation department provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services.

Affiliations

The Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County is affiliated with several educational institutions, including the University of Illinois at Chicago and the Rush University Medical Center. These affiliations allow the hospital to participate in medical research and provide training for medical students and residents.

See Also

• Cook County Health and Hospitals System
• Public hospital
• Healthcare in the United States