UChicago Medicine
About UChicago Medicine
UChicago Medicine is a leading academic medical center and integrated health system located in Hyde Park, Chicago. Established in 1898, it operates as a not-for-profit entity with around 13,000 employees. The organization includes several key components: the Pritzker School of Medicine, the Biological Sciences Division, the University of Chicago Medical Center, the Community Health and Hospital Division, and UChicago Medicine Physicians, which comprises approximately 900 physicians across various specialties.
The University of Chicago Medical Center features advanced facilities such as the Center for Care and Discovery, Bernard A. Mitchell Hospital, and Comer Children's Hospital, providing a wide range of services including cancer care, neurosurgery, and pediatric trauma. UChicago Medicine is also committed to education and research, with significant funding for biomedical research and a strong emphasis on training future physicians and scientists. The Urban Health Initiative oversees community health programs, contributing to substantial community benefits and services.