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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Chicago, Illinois

National Specialty Leader

๐Ÿ†#1 for Rehabilitation

34 consecutive years

Only hospital to hold #1 in its specialty for 34 years

Top 10 National Rankings

Rehabilitation
34 consecutive years
#1 in Nation

Key Highlights

  • โœ“#1 for Rehabilitation - 34 consecutive years (since 1991)
  • โœ“Longest #1 streak of any hospital in any specialty
  • โœ“World's first "translational" research hospital
  • โœ“$550M state-of-the-art facility opened 2017

Notable Achievements

  • โ˜…Research applied in real-time during patient rehabilitation
  • โ˜…Global leader in spinal cord and brain injury treatment
  • โ˜…Pioneering robotic exoskeletons and neural interfaces
  • โ˜…Clinicians, scientists, and patients work together in same spaces

Quick Facts

Founded
1953
Beds
242
Employees
2,500+
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Location

Chicago, Illinois

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on US News & World Report 2024-2025 Best Hospitals methodology. This information is for educational purposes only. Always verify current rankings and consult with healthcare providers directly for the most up-to-date information. VitalityScout is not affiliated with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.