Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital Violations and Ratings

In this series about Chicagoland hospital ratings and violations, we use information from U.S. News and World Reports and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). Our medical malpractice lawyers can answer your questions and offer legal guidance if you suspect medical negligence. This article focuses on Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital.

What You Should Know About Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital

In July 2013, Edward Hospital merged with Elmhurst Memorial Hospital to create a new healthcare system currently called Edward-Elmhurst Health. The system includes NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Northwest Community Healthcare and Swedish Hospital.

Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital
155 E Brush Hill Rd
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(331) 221-1000

U.S. News & World Report Rankings for Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital

According to U.S. News & World Report, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital in Elmhurst, IL is rated high performing in 1 adult specialty and 8 procedures and conditions. It is a general medical and surgical facility. Patient experience is rated 4 out of 5 stars.

• Illinois Ranking: 15
• Chicago Ranking: 13
• High Performing: in 1 adult specialty, and 8 Procedures/Conditions

IDPH Report Card for Hospitals

The IDPH evaluates hospitals and healthcare facilities in the Hospital Report Card for Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital and report that 77% of patients would recommend this hospital, which is 11% higher than the state average.

Illinois Designations for Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital

• Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics
• Magnet Recognition
• Perinatal II+
• Primary Stroke Center
• Level I Trauma Center

CDC Infection Data for Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital

According to the CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) surveillance system, some recent infections reported at this hospital include:

• 2 Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bloodstream infections were reported in 2023.
• 10 Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI) were reported in 2023.
• 1 Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs) in adult ICUs in 2023.

Medical Malpractice Recoveries Against Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital

Medical malpractice claims provide an accurate reflection of the regard and respect both medical staff and patients have for a hospital. Elmhurst Memorial Hospital has compensated victims of medical malpractice. Records show several notable settlements and verdicts:

• $30 million for surgical errors during kidney removal surgery. After an error in stapling his wounds, the patient suffered severe bleeding and is now paraplegic and on permanent kidney dialysis.
• $7.75 million for failure to treat elevated bilirubin levels in a newborn’s bloodstream. As a result of the delay in treatment, the newborn suffered from developmental delays and spastic quadriplegia.
• $4.25 million for failure to prevent complications in a new mother as she gave birth to her child. As a result, the mother suffered permanent brain injuries.
• $3 million verdict for death of a 52 year old patient due to pulmonary embolism. The patient was in the hospital for routine leg surgery, but his treaters failed to monitor and follow up on treatable complications.

How to Find Out if Your Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital Doctor Has Been Disciplined

The Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) investigates and tracks any disciplinary action taken against any doctors licensed to practice medicine in Illinois. To see if your Edward Elmhurst Health Center doctor has been disciplined:

1. Go to the IDFPR license search
2. Under the License Type dropdown menu, select “Medical Board”
3. Enter your doctor’s name
4. Press “Detail” button next to your doctor’s name

If your doctor has been disciplined, it will be listed under the Disciplinary Actions section. These actions could include: a reprimand; probation; suspension; summary or temporary suspension; revocation; refuse to renew; relinquished, surrendered, or permanent inactive; or fines.

You can also check your doctor’s credentials by going to the American Board of Medical Specialties website and verify their certification.