251 E. Huron St.
Chicago, IL 60611
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Overview
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is an academic medical center in the heart of downtown Chicago with physicians, surgeons and caregivers representing nearly every medical specialty.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital enjoys a teaching and service partnership with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, an integration that provides patients access to leading-edge clinical trials and fosters an environment of world-class patient care, academic inquiry and innovative research.
Northwestern Medicine is proud to have four hospitals ranked among “America’s Best” by U.S. News & World Report for 2019-20. Anchored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the No. 1 hospital in Illinois and a top 10 hospital in the nation, we’re leading the quest for better care and better treatments in the Chicagoland area.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital has also received Magnet® recognition*, the gold-standard for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
A Forward-Thinking, Patient-Forward Health Destination
In 2016, the American College of Healthcare Architects recognized Northwestern Memorial Hospital with the Legacy Project Award for forward-thinking design and enduring excellence in hospital design. Northwestern Memorial Hospital was one of the first hospitals to dedicate private rooms to all patients and continues to do so to this day. Private rooms are proven to not only improve patient outcomes and encourage a closer, more collaborative relationship with the care team, but also provide additional comfort and privacy for patients and their families during a stressful time. Patient rooms are designed to offer maximum natural light and city views, and the hospital's integrated inpatient and outpatient system is organized by specialty to allow for greater efficiency for physicians to see patients.
The downtown medical campus includes Prentice Women’s Hospital, Feinberg Pavilion, Galter Pavilion, Olson Pavilion, Arkes Family Pavilion, Lavin Family Pavilion and a number of other facilities and physician offices. The campus is designed to be a health and wellness destination, and a launch pad for community involvement. In addition to providing medical services, buildings on the campus are also home to restaurants, retail stores and pharmacies that have been handpicked based on community feedback to provide both healthy and local choices. The campus also provides spaces for educational seminars, wellness classes and other events dedicated to the health of the community.
On a Relentless Pursuit of Better Healthcare
You don't have to travel far to experience world-class medicine. Our integrated health system offers leading-edge treatments and compassionate care, all across Chicagoland.
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital is ranked No. 10 in the nation.
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital is ranked No. 1 in the Chicago Metro Area and Illinois.
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Parking and Transportation
Parking Rates
Standard Parking
Up to 7 Hours: $12 7 to 24 Hours: $26
Valet
Up to 3 Hours: $27 3 to 7 Hours: $30 7 to 24 Hours: $37
Parking Validation
Parking garage tickets must be validated each time a car is parked. Without validation, regular garage rates will apply. You can validate your ticket at the Customer Service Desks on the first and second floors.
Parking Lots and Entrances
Transportation
Find convenient transportation to and from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, including taxis, public transit and train transportation.
Accessibility
Northwestern Medicine is committed to providing a hospitable environment for all. We offer the following accessibility resources to accommodate your stay or visit:
- Accessible parking
- Accessible restrooms
- Wheelchairs
- Patient escorts
- Language interpreters
- Resources for the hard of hearing
- Service animals
Learn more about our accessibility resources.
Patient and Visitor Information
Visiting Hours
Monday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
Thursday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
Sunday
9:00 am–8:30 pm
For visitor restrictions related to COVID-19 click here.
A visitor management plan is in place at the hospital to reduce patient, visitor, staff and physician exposure to the flu.
Visitor Guidelines
- If a visitor has flu-like symptoms, they should refrain from seeing a patient in the hospital or accompanying a patient to a clinic visit.
- Visitors younger than 18 years old will not be permitted to visit patients in the hospital.
- Exception: Parents younger than 18 who have children in the hospital will be permitted to visit.
- Only two visitors per patient will be allowed at one time.
For more information about flu prevention strategies, please visit flu.nm.org.
Visits from family and friends can bring patients the warmth, comfort, encouragement and support they need to heal. Northwestern Medicine encourages you to spend time with your loved ones and friends during their hospital stay. Northwestern Memorial Hospital offers several amenities, including flower and gift shops, online services, and food and beverage options.
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Northwestern Medicine Lavin Family Pavilion
- Vision Care Center
- Walgreens
Northwestern Memorial Hospital Arkes Pavilion
- Gateway Newsstand
Northwestern Memorial Hospital Feinberg Pavilion
- US Bank
Northwestern Memorial Hospital Galter Pavilion
- Barbara's Bookstore
- Pulse Gift Shop
- Walgreens
Dine
- Panera Bread
Northwestern Medicine Lavin Family Pavilion
- LYFE Kitchen
- Stan's Donuts
- Woodwind
Northwestern Memorial Hospital Arkes Pavilion
- Corner Bakery
- M Burger
- Ramen-San
Northwestern Memorial Hospital Feinberg Pavilion
- Burrito Beach
- Café L’Appetito
- Farmer's Fridge
- Greek Kitchen
- Pizza Studio
- Protein Bar
- Starbucks
- Subway
Northwestern Memorial Hospital Galter Pavilion
- Beatrix
- Beatrix Market
- Saigon Sisters
Hotels and Lodging
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Departments and Services
Why Choose Us
Northwestern Medicine facilities offer access to world-class patient care across the greater Chicagoland area and Northern Illinois. Anchored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the No. 1 hospital in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report, our clinical and administrative staff and medical and science faculty come together every day with a shared commitment to superior quality, academic excellence, scientific discovery and patient safety.
With Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, we’re dedicated to consistently providing high-quality, cost-effective, patient-focused care. We seek to improve the health of the communities, individuals, family and friends we serve by delivering a broad range of services with leading medicine and compassion. Because what makes us better, makes you better.