Dear Madam/Sir: The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, (“SIU”) is providing notice pursuant to 815 ILCS 530/25 in connection with an incident that may have involved the personal information of certain Illinois residents. This notice will be supplemented, if necessary, with any new significant facts discovered subsequent to its submission. While SIU is notifying you of this incident, SIU does not waive any rights or defenses relating to the incident or this notice. NATURE OF THE INCIDENT AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS TAKEN SIU recently discovered that an unknown, unauthorized third party

Matthew Johnson, MD , has spent the past decade as a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in the Department of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat) at SIU Medicine. There, he has access to state-of-the-art equipment and a team of nurses, medical assistants and call center professionals, guiding a full surgical schedule. However, for extended periods during the past two years, Johnson has stepped away from his home, his practice and his familiar tools to seek out a different kind of operating room: one more modest, remote and deeply needed. He has volunteered with Operation of Hope and

What is Imposter Syndrome and Do I Have It? Presented by the SIU School of Medicine Office of Correctional Medicine WebEx Link Password: SIU123 Brenda Bucher, NBC-HWC Brenda Bucher is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and a retired high school educator with a master’s degree in Human Development Counseling. She supports individuals and groups in promoting well-being, resilience, and personal growth. Those participating in this activity will be able to: Define Imposter Syndrome and distinguish it from normal self-doubt. Recognize emotional, cognitive and behavioral indicators

A stroke can change a life in a matter of minutes. Recovery, however, unfolds over months and years and is shaped by many factors that people can influence, including what they eat. With new funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) , SIU researcher Nafisa Jadavji, PhD , is taking a closer look at how nutrition may support brain health and recovery after stroke. The USDA award builds on years of work in Jadavji’s lab focused on vitamin B12 and other nutrients that play a role in how the brain responds to injury. Her research asks practical questions with real-world relevance

A stroke can change a life in a matter of minutes. Recovery, however, unfolds over months and years and is shaped by many factors that people can influence, including what they eat. With new funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) , SIU researcher Nafisa Jadavji, PhD , is taking a closer look at how nutrition may support brain health and recovery after stroke. The USDA award builds on years of work in Jadavji’s lab focused on vitamin B12 and other nutrients that play a role in how the brain responds to injury. Her research asks practical questions with real-world relevance

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine invites nominations and applications for the position of dean, provost and CEO.

The Illinois Academy of Physician Associates has selected Dr. Courtney Ledbetter for its 2025 Community Impact Award.

The Illinois Academy of Physician Associates has selected Dr. Courtney Ledbetter for its 2025 Community Impact Award.