With five Northwestern Medicine hospitals ranked among “America's Best” by U.S. News & World Report, 2023 – 2024, our legacy of better medicine continues.Northwestern Medicine is a leader in quality healthcare and service, bringing together faculty, physicians and researchers to support and advance that care through leading-edge treatments and breakthrough discoveries.

Core values

- **Addressing Health Needs**: Northwestern Medicine conducts comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) and implements strategies to address significant health needs, including improving access to quality healthcare, mental and behavioral health resources, and reducing health disparities[2].
- **Community Engagement**: The organization engages in various community activities, such as volunteering, distributing food coupons, and supporting early childhood health and wellness programs, which help address food insecurity, promote healthy eating, and build safer communities[1][4].
- **Health Equity and Cultural Sensitivity**: Northwestern Medicine works to deliver culturally sensitive care, supports initiatives to reduce violence and strengthen communities, and celebrates community partnerships that promote health equity[4].
- **Positive Impact on Vulnerable Populations**: The initiatives focus on improving the lives of vulnerable populations, including providing essential services, mental health support, and community resources[2][4].