NASCAR STREET CLOSURES

Due to the NASCAR Chicago Street Race on July 5 - 6, and related events, there will be rolling street closures and traffic congestion June 19 - July 7.

Before your appointment, check the NASCAR website for the latest street closures. Bus routes may be affected. For current CTA and Metra schedules, visit TransitChicago and Metra. Navigation apps like Waze and Google Maps will reflect real-time closures

Please allow extra travel time. All hospital parking garages will remain open, though alternate routes may be needed.

What Is Bladder Exstrophy?

Bladder exstrophy is a severe deformity of the bladder that requires major surgical reconstruction. Fetal bladder exstrophy can be diagnosed by ultrasound before birth so that special preparations can be made at delivery for optimal care.

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