Jackson county, IL

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Jackson County, Illinois[edit | edit source]

  • Jackson County is a county located in the southern part of the U.S. state of Illinois. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 56,750. The county seat is Murphysboro, and its largest city is Carbondale. The county was organized in 1816 and named for Andrew Jackson.

Healthcare in Jackson County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Jackson County, Illinois, is a vital part of the community, providing essential medical services to residents. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of the population.

Memorial Hospital of Carbondale[edit | edit source]

  • Memorial Hospital of Carbondale is the flagship hospital of the Southern Illinois Healthcare system. It is a regional medical center offering a comprehensive array of health care services. The hospital has 154 beds and provides a full range of services including emergency care, surgical services, pediatrics, maternity, and outpatient services.

St. Joseph Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • St. Joseph Memorial Hospital in Murphysboro is a critical access hospital offering a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is part of the Southern Illinois Healthcare system and has been serving the community since 1951.

Shawnee Health Service[edit | edit source]

  • Shawnee Health Service is a community-based healthcare provider offering a wide range of services including primary care, dental care, behavioral health, and specialty services. Shawnee Health Service operates several clinics throughout Southern Illinois, including locations in Carbondale and Murphysboro.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Jackson County ranks 75th out of 102 counties in Illinois for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. However, the county has a lower than average rate of uninsured individuals, indicating a high level of access to healthcare services.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Jackson County, Illinois, is a critical component of the community's well-being. With several well-known healthcare facilities and a range of services available, residents have access to the care they need. However, like many communities, Jackson County faces health challenges that require ongoing attention and resources.

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Primary Care Jackson county, IL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Goddard Jerry 1295711240 M Tulane University School Of Medicine 1970 Family Practice Carbondale IL 62901
Hossler Andrew 1710392428 M Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine 2004 Family Practice Suite 101 Carbondale IL 62901
Kupferer Thomas 1437147089 MD M R Franklin University Of Med & Sci/chicago Medical School 1982 Family Practice General Practice Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Murphysboro IL 62966
Masoodi Ameen 1508429960 M Other 2014 Family Practice Carbondale IL 62901
Mclain Deedra 1770635062 F Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine 2002 Family Practice Suite A Carbondale IL 62901
Migone Ana 1790753341 MD F Other 1983 Family Practice Obstetrics/gynecology Carbondale IL 62901
Schonewolf Scott 1114996204 DO M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2001 Family Practice Carbondale IL 62901
Smaga Sharon 1689650566 F University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine 1982 Family Practice Geriatric Medicine Carbondale IL 62901
Yochum Andrew 1568682649 M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 2004 Family Practice Carbondale IL 62901
Fasnacht Elbert 1790834828 MD M University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) 1984 Internal Medicine Carbondale IL 62901

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Jackson county, IL - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Chyzhyk Vadzim 1093128720 M Other 2004 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Carbondale IL 62901
Lewis Hal 1124554209 M University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine 2017 Dermatology Carbondale IL 62901
Ebuoma Lilian 1598947350 F University Of Maryland School Of Medicine 2007 Diagnostic Radiology Carbondale IL 62901
Fulk Douglas 1992780050 MD M Saint Louis University School Of Medicine 1993 Diagnostic Radiology Carbondale IL 62901
Hodge Justin 1073776407 M University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine 2004 Diagnostic Radiology Carbondale IL 62901
Richard Berger 1780683003 MD M University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas 1987 Diagnostic Radiology 108 Boskydell Rd Carbondale IL 62902 2197576320
Aluko-olokun Oluwatosin 1992168702 F Other 2016 Emergency Medicine Carbondale IL 62901
Bell Donna 1609816453 DO F At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 1996 Emergency Medicine Carbondale IL 62901
Chipman Michael 1760693899 M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 2007 Emergency Medicine Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Carbondale IL 62901
Sprague Robert 1255788022 M Other 2018 Emergency Medicine Carbondale IL 62901

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Woodard Brian 1205914181 DC M National College Of Chiropractic 1978 Chiropractic Carbondale IL 62901
Tavares Michael 1558089276 F Other 2002 Clinical Social Worker 300 W Oak St Carbondale IL 62901 6185366621
Wiles Cynthia 1083681050 CP F Other 2017 Clinical Social Worker 231 W Main St Suite 1w Carbondale IL 62901 6185592457
Castillo Laura 1275905374 F Other 2015 Nurse Practitioner Murphysboro IL 62966
Gerst Dacia 1104874338 NP F Other 2004 Nurse Practitioner Carbondale IL 62901
Hess Ida 1831264639 NP F Other 2004 Nurse Practitioner Carbondale IL 62901
Hornik Ashley 1225499825 F Other 2015 Nurse Practitioner Suite 103 Carbondale IL 62901
Lattner Rachel 1811439086 F Other 2016 Nurse Practitioner Carbondale IL 62901
Martin Emily 1306504790 F Other 2021 Nurse Practitioner Suite 301 Carbondale IL 62901
Mitchell Ashley 1003598269 F Other 2023 Nurse Practitioner Carbondale IL 62901

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