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About Proctor Hospital

Proctor is Celebrating 125 Years!Proctor Hospital is home to some of the latest state-of-the-art technology and has one of the most sophisticated cardiac surgical suites in downstate Illinois. Licensed for 299 beds, the Hospital has recently added the latest in digital imaging technology to its Surgical Services and Mammography departments. Comprehensive cardiovascular care includes digital interventional imaging in its cardiac catheterization lab and the Diagnostic Imaging department is equipped with dual MRI’s and 64-slice GE Lightspeed CT scanner.

With over 500 physicians, the Hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and plays a major role in the treatment of heart disease. It offers outstanding care for heart attack victims in the area’s first Emergency Chest Pain Center, and its cardiovascular program includes the first hospital-based cardiac rehabilitation program in the area.

The Hospital compliments its growing comprehensive orthopedic program with a dedicated orthopedic unit, physical therapy, and an outstanding skilled nursing center for extended stays when necessary. Also part of this technology is Proctor eCare, a major component of which is the electronic health record of a patient’s health history. It includes test and imaging results, medication history, doctors’ notes and general health history—from childhood allergies to surgeries. Patient safety is the highest priority at Proctor. At the forefront of its strategic initiative of medication/patient safety is a closed-loop, barcode-based, medication management system encompassing all aspects of the medication use process. ROBOT-Rx, an important part of this initiative, is recognized in the healthcare field for its accuracy in the prevention of medication dispensing errors.

A newly remodeled surgical waiting area and room for new dads and families in the Family Maternity Center are inviting reminders of Proctor’s pleasant aesthetic. The internationally known Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery provides a comprehensive range of hospital-based inpatient and outpatient treatment to men, women and adolescents. The IIAR is located on the campus of Proctor Hospital with offices in Bloomington, Springfield, and Harvey, Illinois. Additional services at Proctor include its Family Maternity Center, Wound Clinic, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center, Sleep Disorders Center and Skilled Nursing Center. Proctor Home Care and Proctor Medical Equipment provide care in the comfort of your own home.

Proctor First Care offers medical attention for minor emergencies, with locations in Peoria, Peoria Heights, East Peoria and Morton; and provides comprehensive occupational medicine services to area employers. Proctor Medical Group physician offices are conveniently located in Peoria, Bartonville and Chillicothe, providing complete healthcare services for the entire family. Proctor has been a leader in the downstate Illinois healthcare community for over 125 years.