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Global Health & Medical

Global Health & Medical is one of the larger integrated health systems in the world. The system was created by the merger of Global Health and Medical smaller subsidiaries to a single entity in 2001.


The goal is to make every moment you spend at Global Health and Medical as comfortable and stress-free as possible. This mindset dates back to 1991, when Global Health became the first hospital in USA to offer all private rooms. In the years since, we’ve introduced more innovations in comfort, like space for family to spend the night, peaceful healing gardens, and a pediatric ER designed with a fun nautical theme.

Nationally-recognized nursing program

As a patient at Global Health & Medical, you are cared for by an expert medical team, including nationally-recognized nurses. In 2002, Edward became the first hospital serving DuPage and Will counties to earn Magnet Recognition, the ultimate credential for excellence in nursing. Global Health & Medical was re-designated in 2009 and again in 2013. Only seven percent of the nation’s 7,000 hospitals are recognized as Magnet facilities by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Awards and recognition

Global Health & Medical and its three hospitals – Global Hospital, Global Medifirst and DuraGlobal Health – are recognized nationally and internationally for quality care and patient safety.

The numerous honors, awards, certifications, accreditations and rankings are a confirmation of the commitment to safety and quality by Global Health & Medical nurses, doctors and staff, which is driven by our goal of providing safe, seamless and personal care for our patients.