Healthcare


The Healthcare Industry Is Growing In The Rockford Region

Cluster Icons-healthcare-blueWithin the five-county area surrounding Rockford, there are several major healthcare providers, companies and educational institutions:

  • Mercyhealth
  • SwedishAmerican Health System
  • OSF Healthcare
  • Crusader Community Health
  • Physicians Immediate Care
  • Beloit Health System
  • Rosecrance Inc.
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine, Rockford
  • OSF School of Nursing
  • Rockford University
  • FHN
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Healthcare Industry Strengths

  • Rapidly expanding workforce
  • Training incentives
  • Large regional location activity
  • Network of existing healthcare facilities and professionals.