Children's Health

At Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, your child’s health and happiness are our priority. Our pediatric team, which includes hospitalists and neonatologists from Children’s Memorial Hospital, delivers top-level, specialized care to ensure your child receives every opportunity to heal, grow and thrive.

With more than 60 pediatric specialists from the community, as well as pediatric specialists from Children’s Memorial Hospital on-site 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital has earned its reputation as Lake County’s clear choice for pediatric care. These pediatric experts have focused knowledge to deliver advanced care for children in a convenient and compassionate environment. Starting with our state-of-the-art Level 2+ Special Care Nursery for newborns, Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital’s resources address a full range of medical and surgical needs for children of all ages, from infants to school children to teens.

Parents: To be prepared in the event that your child may need to go to the Emergency Department before you can arrive, complete this Parental Consent: Emergency Release form and leave it where it can be found easily by a teacher, neighbor or babysitter.