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Cardiology


Phillip Apprill, M.D., and John Kilgore, M.D. of Metro
Heart Group of St. Louis, MO provide cardiology
services every Monday, as well as cardiac stress
testing, and interpretation of EKG and
echocardiography. A referral by a physician is required.

Gastrointestinal/Endoscopy


Jose Ramirez, M.D., provides care and treatment of
patients with gastrointestinal diseases. Dr. Ramirez
works with our surgery staff to perform diagnostic and
screening endoscopic procedures. These services are
available every Tuesday. For an appointment call
(618) 327-2225 or (618) 327-2312.
 

Clinical Psychology


Fred Klug, Ph.D., provides clinical
psychology services to adults and children.
For an appointment call
(618) 327-2225.

Opthalmology


Michael Gabel, M.D., of St. Louis works with our
surgical staff to perform eye surgical procedures and
laser treatments. Dr Gabel performs treatments on the
third Friday of every month. An appointment can be
made with Dr Gabel by calling (618) 327-2312.

Orthopedics


Ben Houle, M.D. of Orthopedic Center of Southern Illinois, Mt Vernon holds clinic on Friday afternoons. Dr. Houle specializes in general orthopedics and sports medicine. Appointments can be made with Dr. Houle by calling (618) 242-3778.

Podiatry


Thomas Kirisits, D.P.M., of St. Louis, provides care
and treatment of the foot. Foot health is very important,
especially to those with diabetes and vascular
problems. Dr Kirisits is available every Monday.
Please call (618) 327-2225 for an appointment.




 

Pulmonary


Anthony Vacca, DO of Mt Vernon, Illinois holds pulmonary clinic on Wednesdays once a month. Dr. Vacca works directly with your primary care physician for diagnosis and treatment of breathing and lung conditions. Appointments can be made by calling 242-8900

Urology


Vijay Aher, M.D. holds clinics on the last Thursday of each month. Dr. Aher specializes in a full range of urological care from diseases of the urinary tract, including cancers of the kidney, bladder and prostate to urinary incontinence, kidney stone diseases and infections. Appointments can be made with Dr. Aher by calling 618-436-5240.


 

 

 


 

 

     
 
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