Newsroom
There’s always something new happening at West Suburban Medical Center to improve the lives in our community. Below you’ll find the latest news and press releases to help you stay current on what’s happening at West Suburban.
CH Distillery donates “hand crafted” sanitizer for West Suburban Medical Center and PCC Clinic Front Line Staff
As front line healthcare workers continue to serve our communities impacted by the pandemic, West Suburban Medical Center and healthcare facilities across the nation...
River Forest Medical Campus and West Suburban Medical Center Receive Generous Mask Donation
Last week, River Forest Medical Campus (RFMC) and West Suburban Medical Center (WSMC) received 100 beautiful, hand-made masks, lovingly sewn by more than 120...
Alternative Child Birthing Methods
If you’re looking to learn more about alternative child birthing methods, you’re not alone. While most people still deliver in a hospital, home births have been on the...
Skin-to-Skin: A Crucial Choice for Your Baby
How you spend the first few moments with your new baby is incredibly impactful. Studies have shown that human touch is beneficial for both mental and physical health,...
8 Answers to Common ACL Surgery Questions
The knee joint is formed where the femur, shinbone, and kneecap meet, connected by four main ligaments, including the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). ACL ruptures or...
Running Injuries: Are You ‘Powering Through’ or Losing the Race?
Running can have enormous benefits to your health, including reducing the risk of heart disease, improving mood, and strengthening your bones. Most runners can testify...
Oh Baby! How to Pick a Hospital for Your Special Delivery
It may feel like every decision just got a little more complicated—and the baby’s not even born yet. In fact, the decision on where to have your baby can seem like a...
How an Orthopedist Helps People with Hip Pain
If you are one of the many Americans living with chronic hip pain, you are not alone. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), one of every two...
The Role of Hormones in the Menstrual Cycle
A woman’s body is designed to perform something that is nothing short of miraculous—the creation of life. At the core of the female reproductive system is the menstrual...