Shriners Hospitals for Children

Shriners Hospitals established the first pediatric orthopaedic hospital in 1922 in Shreveport, La., and since then we've continued a tradition of discovering and addressing the special needs of children.

Established the first pediatric burn hospitals, paving the way for similar hospitals worldwide
Established the first spinal cord injury rehabilitation units designed specifically for pediatric use
Activated the first pediatric air ambulance, staffed with burn specialists, for the transportation of critically injured burn patients

Shriners Hospitals for Children has received a "Best In America" seal from Independent Charities of America and Local Independent Charities of America.

The Independent Charities Seal of Excellence is awarded to members of ICA and LICA that have, upon rigorous independent review, been able to certify: document and demonstrate on an annual basis that they meet the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness and cost effectiveness. website

- Shriners Hospitals -

U.S.: 800-237-5055
Canada: 800-361-7256

Hospital website

- Chicago Hospital -

Pedatric Specialty Care
Orthopaedics
Spinal Cord Injury
Cleft Lip & Palate

2211 N. Oak Park Ave.
Chicago, IL 60707
Phone: 773-622-5400
Fax 773-385-5453

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- Twin Cities Hospital -

Pediatric Specialty Care
Orthopaedics

2025 East River Pkwy.
Minneapolis, MN 55414

Phone: 612-596-6100
Fax: 612-339-7634

2008 Fact Sheet