Quality at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is a nationally recognized 179 licensed bed, acute care teaching hospital located in McHenry, Illinois, with more than 600 physicians in 70 specialties who provide comprehensive medical care. The hospital achieved five stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in 2017 and 2018, ranking it among the top 9 percent of hospitals in the nation for quality care, and it was recognized by U.S. News & World Report in 2024-25 as one of the top hospitals in Illinois and Chicago. Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital is a regional destination for oncologic and cardiovascular care. The hospital’s physicians and staff provide emergency services, offer inpatient and outpatient care and specialize in cardiovascular interventions, surgical services, inpatient physical rehabilitation and obstetrics. The McHenry campus is home to the only open-heart surgery program in McHenry County and offers advanced treatments such as TAVR, a minimally invasive treatment for patients with diseased heart valves. The Cancer Center is accredited through the Commission on Cancer and provides a full range of treatment services including an on-site infusion center and radiation therapy.