We offer a whole-person approach to care
Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system in Illinois. We believe there is a better way to deliver care. We are creating a future where everyone, in every community gets the quality care they need.
In 2018, Advocate Health Care merged with Aurora Health Care of Wisconsin to form Advocate Aurora Health. And in 2022, Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health combined to create Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the U.S.
Serving our communities
We serve patients across 11 hospitals and more than 250 sites of care. Our team of 6,300 doctors along with other health care providers truly care about providing the best in care by using the latest techniques and technology and participating in research.
Our mission is to serve the health needs of individuals, families and communities through a holistic philosophy rooted in our fundamental understanding of human beings as created in God's image. With this philosophy, we approach health care by treating people's physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Discover other ways we meet the spiritual needs of our patients.
Leading our communities
We're committed to providing quality care as evidenced by who we are, what we do and how we efficiently do it. Learn more about our health system.
Redefining care in our communities
Our dedication to education, research and the people we serve guides our actions as we work together to provide health services in our communities.
Advocate Health Care was founded more than 100 years ago by members of local faith communities. Our founders were committed to providing much needed health care services to underserved areas.
Today we continue that tradition by assessing community health needs, and contributing millions of dollars in charitable care and services to the communities we serve. Learn how we serve our communities.
Together, let's transform the future of healthcare
Our world-class doctors, nurses and team members make up a dedicated team that's passionate about redefining care. Join us as we change lives in our communities for the better.