Welcome to Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

Hoffman Estates - new Advocate Outpatient Center

Now open in Hoffman Estates

With primary and immediate care, women's health, cardiology, and more, it’s easier than ever to get the care you need at our new Advocate Outpatient Center.

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Look for Health Insurance Marketplace plans that give you access to your Advocate doctors. The 2026 enrollment period is open through Jan. 15, 2026. 

Telehealth virtual primary care

House calls have evolved

With virtual primary care, you can get easy, ongoing care from a trusted provider who gets to know you – whenever it works for you.

We’re committed to helping people live well

Advocate Health Care is part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the U.S. In 2021, we earned the Top Workplaces USA award thanks to the dedication of our physicians, nurses and team members.

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