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Advocate Sherman Among Most Recommended Hospitals in Illinois: Report

NerdWallet lists Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin as one the top hospitals in the state based on patient recommendations.

One local hospital has been ranked as one of the most recommended hospitals in Illinois, according to a NerdWallet survey. 

Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin was recently listed as No. 10 on the NerdWallet list. The website rated more than 100 hospitals in Illinois to find the top 10 large hospitals that are most likely to be recommended by patients. Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield topped the list as the most recommended hospital. 

According to NerdWallet, factors such as communication from doctors, how well pain was controlled, cleanliness, patient room atmosphere and how quickly patients received help were also considered in the rankings. 

"It received high satisfaction rates for pain control compared to others on our list and is accredited as a Chest Pain Center and as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence," according to the NerdWallet report.

View the full list at NerdWallet

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