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Good Shepherd Hospital plans $247 million modernization

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An artist's rendering of the north side of Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital after a proposed modernization which would include making all patient rooms private and relocating them to the north side of the building.

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Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital on Route 22 near Lake Barrington is proposing a $247 million modernization of its nearly 35-year-old campus that would be completed in 2017.

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Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital officials are hoping to get permission next month to embark on a four-year, $247 million modernization of the nearly 35-year-old facility near Lake Barrington.When complete, the hospital would have private rooms for all patients. "Every patient wants a private room," President Karen Lambert said. "It's an expectation these days."