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The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at SIU Medicine represents the largest volume provider of heart, lung and esophageal surgery in downstate Illinois and the largest academic program in the state. The program provides hands-on training opportunities and innovative treatments including new valve procedures, off pump bypass surgery and minimally invasive heart surgery. Its clinics are conveniently located with easy access for patients and prompt surgical scheduling. With more than 1,500 cardiothoracic procedures performed annually, learners and patients can feel confident they are receiving

The Department of Emergency Medicine at SIU Medicine is home to an expertly trained and diverse group of emergency medicine providers serving central and southern Illinois. Our faculty is dedicated to training the next generation of emergency physicians by relying on the most current evidence in technology, practice, and policy. We offer clerkship and residency programs to promote excellence in education, clinical development and specialization. For our patients, we provide real-time, life-saving services as well as ongoing educational opportunities to reduce the risk of becoming one of our

Welcome to the Department of Neurosurgery at SIU Medicine. Our board-certified neurosurgeons and other providers deliver state-of-the-art neurosurgical care to communities throughout central and southern Illinois. Neurosurgeons have extensive training in the diagnosis, treatment and management of conditions affecting your brain and spine. Our providers use the latest technology and research-based techniques to perform surgery for conditions like brain tumors, spinal fusions, herniated discs or movement disorders. We also provide non-surgical prevention and treatment options to help with pain

Welcome to the Division of General Surgery, located within the Department of Surgery at SIU School of Medicine. We are home to a diverse and expertly trained group of general surgery providers who care for patients throughout central and southern Illinois. As a showcase to SIU Medicine’s commitment to excellence, general surgeons are trained in eight advanced surgical disciplines, including trauma and critical care, surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, colorectal surgery, advanced surgical endoscopy and minimally invasive surgery. We help patients who require elective or emergency surgical

Welcome to the Division of Orthopedic Surgery at SIU Medicine. Our multidisciplinary team of orthopedic surgeons and staff diagnose and treat disorders affecting the spine, arm, hand, leg, knee and other areas of the body. Specialty areas include diabetic foot and ankle care, pediatric orthopedics, orthopedic oncology, joint replacement and spine, trauma and fracture care. Our dedicated faculty and staff contribute to the development and training of learners who are interested in pursuing a career in this rapidly evolving field. An active research program further enhances our pursuit of

Welcome to the J. Roland Folse, MD, Surgical Skills Center of SIU Medicine. Proudly partnering with the Memorial Learning Center in Springfield, Illinois, our faculty and staff have revolutionized surgical training and set a new standard for surgical residency. Our learners have access to computer simulators, robotic instruments, virtual reality, and other technologies that help them advance their skills. Our medical educators regularly update our nationally-recognized curriculum to ensure our residents enter the workforce with the knowledge and skill set that keep them on the leading edge of

Welcome to the Division of Vascular Surgery at SIU Medicine. Our board-certified vascular surgeons are highly trained experts in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving the arteries and veins. We help people living with conditions like aortic aneurysms, carotid artery disease, peripheral vascular disease and varicose veins. We use a combination of minimally invasive techniques, surgical reconstruction and drug therapies to enhance patient outcomes. Vascular care is a rapidly growing field, and the providers at SIU Medicine make regular contributions with leading-edge research

The Children’s Medical and Mental Health Resource Network uses a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to support our region’s most vulnerable children. We focus on professional development, community education and research-based interventions to help children who have experienced abuse or are at risk of abuse. Our network positively impacts the child protection system in Illinois, helping DCFS keep children who are not abused in their homes, provide in-home services when appropriate and remove children from dangerous environments when necessary, so that fewer children experience

Welcome to the Medical Library at SIU Medicine. Our faculty is committed to advancing and supporting the education of our faculty, students and residents and improving the quality of care for our local residents. We’re here to provide an environment of learning and scholarship that helps advance the forefront of medical knowledge and technology. As scientific and clinical research continues to expand rapidly, we’re here to help you navigate the massive body of data and connect with resources you need. Our staff can help you access Library resources both on- and off-network. We also provide

SIU School of Medicine is renowned world-wide as an innovator in medical education. While maintaining high academic standards, the SIU Admissions Committee looks beyond academic qualifications for evidence of responsibility, time management skills, maturity, integrity, social awareness, compassion, service orientation, proper motivation, identification with the goals and nature of the School, exploration of medicine as a career and good interpersonal skills. Preference is given to established residents of downstate Illinois and other underserved locations in the state of Illinois (including