Oak Forest Hospital

Oak Forest Health Center, formerly known as Oak Forest Hospital, is a healthcare facility located in Oak Forest, Illinois, and is a key component of the Cook County Health system. Originally established in 1910 as a tuberculosis sanatorium and later serving as a major chronic disease hospital, the facility transitioned to an outpatient-focused regional health center in 2011. It provides a wide range of medical services including primary care, specialty clinics, immediate care, and diagnostic imaging to residents of south suburban Cook County. The center plays a critical role in the regional public health infrastructure, offering accessible healthcare services to diverse and often underserved populations. While it no longer operates as a traditional inpatient hospital, it remains a vital hub for community-based medical care and chronic disease management.