OSF HealthCare Advances Remote Patient Care with Digital Expansion
Peoria, Wednesday, 2 April 2025.
OSF HealthCare’s OSF OnCall expands digital services, including hospital-at-home options, to enhance patient satisfaction and boost healthcare system efficiency.
Digital Healthcare Evolution
OSF HealthCare, an integrated health system operating across Illinois and Michigan with 16 hospitals and 2,134 licensed beds, has demonstrated significant advancement in digital healthcare delivery since establishing OSF OnCall in 2020 [1]. The system’s commitment to innovation has earned it recognition as one of America’s Most Innovative Companies by Fortune in 2023, ranking at position 264 among 300 leading companies nationwide [3].
Expanding Digital Infrastructure
The healthcare network’s digital transformation has become particularly evident at facilities such as OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center, where expanded telemedicine capabilities have been implemented since 2014 [2]. As Sister M. Beata Ziegler, F.S.G.M., Vice President of Operations and Special Projects at OSF Saint Anthony’s, notes, ‘During COVID, the digital health care space exploded. We’ve really tried to become more a part of that’ [2]. This expansion serves a network of 24,000 Mission Partners across more than 150 locations [1].
Innovation in Patient Care Delivery
The organization’s innovative approach extends beyond traditional healthcare delivery methods. Through OSF OnCall, the system has established a comprehensive hospital-at-home program, enabling patients to receive care in their preferred environment [1]. This initiative aligns with broader industry trends toward remote care solutions, demonstrating OSF HealthCare’s commitment to meeting evolving patient needs [GPT].
Future Growth and Impact
As healthcare demands continue to evolve, OSF HealthCare is positioning itself for future growth. The organization’s expanding digital health services are complemented by physical infrastructure developments, such as specialty care centers and community-based facilities [1][2]. The success of these initiatives is reflected in the organization’s continued recognition, including its consistent placement among ‘America’s Best-in-State Employers’ by Forbes Magazine from 2018 through 2024 [1].