In this series, we’ve compiled the latest data from U.S. News and World Report and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to give you a clear picture of how hospitals and healthcare centers in Chicago and across Illinois are performing, including their ratings and any violations. If you suspect medical negligence, the medical malpractice lawyers at our law firm are here to help. This article focuses on St. Anthony Hospital.
In this Article
What You Should Know About St. Anthony Hospital
St. Anthony Hospital Overview
St. Anthony Hospital is a nonprofit, acute care facility providing support and care to Chicago’s West Side and Southwest Side. Saint Anthony specializes in primary stroke treatment and has 151 beds.
The Department of Public Health in Illinois evaluates hospitals and healthcare facilities on the Hospital Report Card, focusing on crucial elements like patient satisfaction, safety, and quality.
For St. Anthony Hospital, the IDPH reports that 53% of patients would recommend this hospital. This is 13% lower than the state average.
Illinois Designations for St. Anthony Hospital
Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics
Perinatal II
Primary Stroke Center
CDC Infection Data for St. Anthony Hospital
The CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) surveillance system shows there have been no infections reported in 2023 at St. Anthony Hospital Chicago.
Medical Malpractice Recoveries Against St. Anthony Hospital Chicago
Saint Anthony Hospital Chicago has compensated victims of medical malpractice.
Records show a notable settlement and verdict:
$5.25 million for the family of a baby girl who suffered brain damage at birth. Even though fetal monitors showed that her blood oxygen levels were plummeting and that her heartbeat was slowing, St. Anthony Hospital doctors did nothing to stop it, which caused her to suffer a stroke at birth. She suffered massive brain damage as a result.
Common Types of Medical Negligence
This case is an example of a medical malpractice lawsuit against a hospital. If you or a loved one faced a similar situation, consider having an attorney review your case.
Common medical malpractice injuries include:
Failure to diagnose
Pregnancy complications
Botched surgeries
Neglect or misdiagnosis by staff
Medication errors
Failure to monitor
Bedsores
How to Find Out If Your Saint Anthony Hospital Doctor Has Been Disciplined
If you would like to check your doctor’s license and see if they’ve faced state discipline, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has a database of all licensed doctors in the state.
Select “Medical Board” under the License Type dropdown menu
Enter your doctor’s first and last name
Press “Detail” button next to your doctor’s name to see details
Examples of Disciplinary Actions You May Find
The Disciplinary Actions section of the search will show if your medical provider has faced any disciplinary action. Reprimands, probation, suspension, revocation, refusal to renew, surrendering of a license, or fines are examples of disciplinary actions you may find.
More Resources to Research Your Doctor
Want to confirm your healthcare professional is qualified? Use the American Board of Medical Specialties’ tool to swiftly verify a doctor’s credentials.
Find out where St. Anthony Hospital stands in its reviews and rankings and learn about any violations.
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134 North LaSalle St., Suite 1515 Chicago, IL 60602 Get Directions
Settlements & Verdicts
$7.5M
$7.5 Million Recovered for a Construction Worker Injured on Site
$3M
$3 Million Recovered for the Family of a Person Struck by a Garbage Truck
$2.2M
$2.2 Million Recovered for a Salesperson Injured in an Automobile Collision
$2M
$2 Million Recovered for a Person Struck by a Speeding Vehicle While Waiting for the CTA Bus
$1.4M
$1.4 Million Recovered for a Computer Programmer Injured in a Slip and Fall
February 28th, 2025
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