Luxury is not the main objective when architects, builders, and designers come together to create a new hospital. But in the case of these five hospitals—the most expensive in the world—a lot of money was spent in their construction. (And get this: Three hospitals that made the list are located in Chicago.)
5. Prentice Women's Hospital
Where: Chicago
Cost: $502 million
4. Texas Children's Pavilion for Women
Where: Houston
Cost: $575 million
3. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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Where: Chicago
Cost: $605 million
2. Rush Hospital, East Tower
Where: Chicago
Cost: $654 million
1. Royal Adelaide Hospital
Where: Australia
Cost: $2.1 billion
