Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

About

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab stands as the world's leading rehabilitation hospital, pioneering a unique translational research model where clinicians and scientists work side by side in the same space. Founded as the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago in 1953, the organization has held the distinction of being ranked the No. 1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America by U.S. News & World Report for 35 consecutive years - a record unmatched by any other hospital in the country. The organization operates its 262-bed flagship hospital in downtown Chicago, along with a network of more than 30 sites of care throughout the Midwest. The hospital is organized into five specialized AbilityLabs: Think + Speak Lab, Legs + Walking Lab, Arms + Hands Lab, Strength + Endurance Lab, and Pediatric Lab. Each lab brings together multidisciplinary teams to conduct groundbreaking research and deliver exceptional patient care. The institution attracts patients from across the globe seeking treatment for the most severe and complex conditions, including stroke recovery, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, and cancer rehabilitation. Culture at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is defined by collaboration, excellence, discovery, and compassion. The organization fosters an environment where innovation thrives because researchers and clinicians share immediate access to real-time patient data and can translate scientific discoveries directly into clinical applications. This integrated approach enables faster breakthroughs and better patient outcomes. Employees describe the workplace as a place where everyone's contribution matters and where the mission to Advance Human Ability is more than a tagline - it's a daily reality lived through thousands of patient success stories.