In the year of 2015, Samantha and husband Devon Brassard, already parents of two boys, were expecting not only a third child but their first little girl. September 14, 2015 Samantha had a c-section and welcomed her beautiful little girl, Vivian. Everything went great, the baby came out healthy and perfect or so this is… Continue reading Vivian Brassard, a Medical Miracle
Welcoming Our New CFO, Richard Harning
Iroquois Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce Richard(Rick) Harning as the new Vice President of Financial Stewardship and Chief Financial Officer. Rick Harning is a proven leader with over twenty-eight years of financial healthcare leadership experience. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Master’s of Business Administration in Accounting, both from Wayne State… Continue reading Welcoming Our New CFO, Richard Harning
Specialty Clinic: Podiatry
Specialties: Ankle, Foot, Podiatry Timothy J. Friedrich, D.P.M. Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Timothy Friedrich completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin, prior to his attendance at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. He completed his podiatric medicine and surgical… Continue reading Specialty Clinic: Podiatry
Specialty Clinic: Orthopedics
Specialties: Ankle, Back, Elbow, Foot, Fractures, Hand Surgery, Hip (Anterior), Joint Replacement (Single-day surgery), Joint Revision, Knee (Anterior), Orthopedic Trauma, Pediatric Orthopedics, Shoulder, Sports Medicine (Knee, Ankle, Shoulder), Spine and Pediatric care, Wrist Alexander Michalow, MD Dr. Alexander Michalow was raised in Chicago and has called it home his entire career. As a board-certified, fellowship-trained… Continue reading Specialty Clinic: Orthopedics
Specialty Clinic: Gastroenterology
Thomas O'Connor, MD • Thomas O'Connor, MD, has been a member of the IMH Medical Staff for over 20 years. • He is currently accepting new adult patients. • Education: Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL • Internship, Residency and Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA • Certifications: Gastroenterology • Medical… Continue reading Specialty Clinic: Gastroenterology
General Surgery
Daniel Chase, MD, FACS • He is currently accepting new pediatric and adult patients. • Education: University of Illinois, Urbana, IL • Residency and Internship: General Surgery, Northside Medical Center, Youngstown, OH • Certifications: American Board of Surgery • Professional Societies: American College of Surgeons, Clinical Assistant Professor in Surgery, U of I College of… Continue reading General Surgery
General Surgery & Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine
Hytham Beck, MD, FACS Dr. Beck is trained in the most advanced treatment in the field of general surgery, surgical oncology, vascular surgery, advanced laparoscopic surgery, and endoscopy. He provides a variety of surgical care including: breast health evaluation, screening, prevention, and care of breast diseases, hernia repair of all kinds including open and laparoscopic… Continue reading General Surgery & Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine
Iroquois Memorial Hospital Generates $77.6m Annual Impact on the State’s Economy
Employs 327 people; generates additional 787 jobs for the community Watseka Ill. – Iroquois Memorial Hospital is a key contributor to Illinois’ economy, creating good-paying jobs to bolster working families while enhancing the health and well-being of the communities we serve. According to a new report, Iroquois Memorial Hospital provides 787 direct and indirect jobs for… Continue reading Iroquois Memorial Hospital Generates $77.6m Annual Impact on the State’s Economy
IMH Superstar: Stephanie Wilson – Business Office
"Stephanie is rarely seen without a smile on her face and she is always willing to help anyone! Stephanie Wilson has been a member of the IMH family for 17 years. When the position for a billing specialist opened up at IMH, she was just returning to work after her first son was born and… Continue reading IMH Superstar: Stephanie Wilson – Business Office
IMH Superstar: Angie Garrelts, CNA – Iroquois Home Health & Iroquois Memorial Hospice
"Whenever I need help with anything, Angie is always my go-to person. She is always willing to help and knows what she is talking about!" Angie Garrelts has been a member of the IMH family for 25 years. In that time, she has worked as a CNA in the Iroquois Resident Home, an aid for… Continue reading IMH Superstar: Angie Garrelts, CNA – Iroquois Home Health & Iroquois Memorial Hospice