Bethany is now a specialty hospital that treats patients with complex medical conditions who need longer stays than in a traditional short term acute care hospital.

As a specialty hospital, Advocate Bethany Hospital provides comprehensive care for patients suffering from complex medical conditions, including:

• Heart disease
• Respiratory conditions
• Stroke
• Kidney disease
• Severe wounds
• Other conditions requiring an extended stay

Bethany is a specialty hospital, not a nursing home, skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation facility. With average stays of at least 25 days, patients receive specialized care with the ultimate goal of returning home. This specialty hospital, with the extensive and individualized care it provides, is a vital part of the continuum of care, particularly as our society ages and health conditions requiring a longer duration of treatment become more common.