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John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
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John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital

hospital, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Also known as: Cook County Hospital
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John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital is a major public health facility located in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It is part of the Cook County health system and is one of the largest public hospitals in the country, featuring one of the busiest emergency rooms. The hospital is situated within the Illinois Medical District, a hub for hospitals, medical schools, and other healthcare facilities on Chicago's Near West Side. It also operates a branch at Provident Hospital, which has historical significance as an African American institution. The county's health system, including Stroger Hospital, provides essential medical care for the city's poor population.1

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  1. Chicago - Government
  2. Chicago - Health

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