CHICAGO (June 27, 2023) – Chicago Fire FC and NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore), part of NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health, today announced a multiyear partnership. NorthShore University HealthSystem is now the Official Health System, Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Provider of Chicago Fire FC. In addition, Dr. Jason Koh, Director of the nationally ranked NorthShore Orthopaedic & Spine Institute (NOSI), will become the Chicago Fire’s Chief Medical Officer, and NorthShore physicians are the Official Team Doctors of CFFC.
"As a soccer fan and orthopedic surgeon, I am excited about this opportunity to support our hometown team and our community,” said Dr. Koh. “Our entire team of NorthShore orthopaedic physicians looks forward to helping Chicago Fire FC members be at their best both on and off the field with expert, advanced, personalized care close to where they work, live and play.”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Jason Koh and NorthShore University HealthSystem to the Chicago Fire family as Official Health System, Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Provider,” said Chicago Fire FC President of Business Operations, Dave Baldwin. “As one of the top orthopaedic programs in the country, NorthShore will bring their world-class sports medicine expertise to the Fire, ensuring our players receive the best possible care. This partnership will enable our players to excel at the highest level as they strive to achieve their goals on the pitch.”
The multiyear partnership enables NorthShore to promote its services to a significant and active soccer fanbase. The agreement includes naming rights to the Fire Pitch community soccer facility. NorthShore will provide staff at various Chicago Fire youth programs and summer camps, as well as have match/game day signage at Soldier Field and access to Chicago Fire FC marks and logos for cross-promotion in the Chicago market.
NorthShore Orthopaedic and Spine Institute is the only dedicated hospital of its kind in Illinois and ranks among the top 50 orthopaedic programs in the country (USNews & World Report, 2022-2023). NorthShore also ranks No. 1 in Illinois for joint replacement surgeries and overall orthopedic care (IHA Compdata, 2022). For more information about the NorthShore Orthopaedic & Spine Institute, visit NorthShore.org/orthopaedics or call 847.929.0100.
About NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health
NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents. For more information, visit NorthShore.org, SwedishCovenant.org, NCH.org and EEHealth.org.
