As one of the top 50 hospitals, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital has been nationally recognized in a number of medical specialties in the 2005 U.S. News & World Report "America's Best Hospitals" ranking. Our top medical specialties include:
Ear, Nose & Throat
Our specialists offer a full range of diagnostic capabilities, as well as therapeutic and interventional treatment options for conditions ranging from chronic sinus infections to swallowing disorders and head and neck cancers.
Digestive Disorders
We're known for providing innovative treatments and advanced diagnostic tests for mild to complex digestive problems. Gastroenterologists treat an array of conditions ranging from Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Crohn's disease to gastrointestinal cancers.
Respiratory Disorders
Experienced clinicians diagnose and treat disorders, of the upper and lower respiratory tracts, lungs and nose, including:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Emphysema
- Interstitial lung disease
- Lung cancer
- Pneumonia
- Tuberculosis
Gynecology
We're at the forefront of a full spectrum of women's gynecological services. Gynecology specialists treat women of all ages, focusing on:
- Endocrinology
- Gyne/Oncology
- Hormone replacement
- Reproduction
- Urogynecology
- Orthopedics
We treat individuals suffering from musculoskeletal problems, ranging from arthritis and sports injuries, to complex broken bones, bone tumors, osteoporosis and scoliosis. In addition, experts on our staff design rehabilitation programs for the physically disabled and participate in ongoing musculoskeletal research.
Heart & Heart Surgery
Cardiologists and cardiac surgeons on our staff provide a full range of advanced cardiovascular care, from interventional therapies that treat irregular heartbeats to revolutionary off-pump surgery, and comprehensive congestive heart failure and management programs. We're proud to continually pioneer new research and educate doctors of the future. Learn more!
Geriatrics
Our dedicated physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals offer a full scope of quality health care services for seniors. As recognized leaders in Alzheimer's care and dementia, we provide innovative therapies for patients with memory loss.
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Leading experts treat disorders and disease of the brain, nervous system and spine including:
- Brain tumors
- Cerebrovascular disease
- Epilepsy
- Headaches
- Movement disorders
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Parkinson's disease
- Sleep disorders
- Stroke
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