Oak Street Health

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a delivery driver pulled up to Oak Street Health and asked the receptionist, ‘Do you serve coffee here?’ The receptionist smiled and replied, 'No, but we do have some pretty good patients!' Just then, an old man walked in and said, 'I heard that place across the street serves the best coffee around here.' The delivery driver shook his head with a laugh and muttered, 'Next time I'll know where to go!'

2. At dawn, when most clinics are quiet, a delivery driver arrived with an unusual package for Oak Street Health. The receptionist looked puzzled as he whispered something about ‘specialized medical equipment’. As the sun rose, so did confusion—turns out it was just a new exercise bike for the cardio room. The delivery driver chuckled sheepishly and said, 'Thought you could use some fresh gear.' Everyone had a good laugh over breakfast that morning.

3. At dusk, when most clinics close their doors, a delivery driver approached Oak Street Health with a peculiar package. The receptionist eyed it warily but accepted it with a puzzled smile. Inside was a basket of freshly baked cookies labeled ‘Get Well Soon’—obviously meant for someone else entirely. The next morning, everyone in town received an anonymous note: “Hope you enjoyed your midnight snack!” Since then, Oak Street Health has become known not just for its medical care, but also for its mysterious nighttime cookie deliveries.

4. One night, a delivery driver knocked on the door of Oak Street Health and asked, ‘Do you accept deliveries here?’ The receptionist smiled and replied, 'We only see patients here.' The delivery driver nodded understandingly and said, 'Got it—I'll just leave it outside!' A few minutes later, they heard a soft thud as he placed something gently against the door. Turning around, the receptionist found a warm blanket with a note that read: "For your chilly visitors." It turned out that Oak Street Health had gained another loyal fan—a thoughtful delivery driver.