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Welcome to the Division of Rheumatology at SIU Medicine .Our team of experienced, board-certified or board-eligible rheumatologists diagnose and treat rheumatic diseases and autoimmune conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, osteoporosis, myositis, ankylosing spondylitis, scleroderma, Sjogren’s syndrome, vasculitis and lupus. The division also trains residents and fellows who choose to advance their education within the field of rheumatology. By preparing our doctors-in-training for their careers as well as by advancing research within the field, the Division of

Welcome to the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at SIU Medicine. Our multidisciplinary team diagnoses and treats patients who have lung disorders, sleep disorders and allergies. Some specific conditions we diagnose and treat include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and obstructive sleep apnea. We offer a range of advanced treatments and techniques to meet our patients’ needs within a range of health care settings, including outpatient and inpatient critical care environments. While our pulmonologists educate the next generation of specialists, our researchers are

Our pediatricians are experienced in managing the physical, behavioral and mental health of children ranging in age from birth to young adults. Our pediatricians are trained to diagnose and treat a broad range of childhood illnesses from minor health problems to serious diseases. We are also committed to educating our learners at SIU School of Medicine. Our department participates in the training of medical students and pediatric residents. Medical students rotate through our department to gain experience in pediatric medicine. The residency program is fully accredited and is dedicated to

SIU Medicine is proud to offer a Physician Assistant Program to a preferred group of eligible students. Our program uses evidence-based learning techniques and unique clinical mentoring opportunities to prepare future providers for a career that relies heavily on autonomy, medical expertise and critical thinking skills. Our curriculum features the intense study of disease as well as the diagnosis, treatment and management of a broad range of conditions. Successful graduates of our program are awarded a Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant Studies and become eligible for national

The Department of Neurology at SIU is committed to excellence in patient care, education and research. Located in central Illinois, we provide state-of-the-art care for persons afflicted with diseases of the brain and nervous system. The neurology training programs center around a balanced population with primary referral and sub-specialty care, and a highly structured curriculum in basic and clinical sciences. The department is well known for its innovative research in neuroscience and clinical therapeutics.

A standardized patient is a person who has been coached to accurately portray the history, personality, physical findings and emotional state of an actual patient at a particular moment in the patient’s illness. The Standardized Patient Program at SIU Medicine provides valuable learning opportunities to residents and medical students, within a simulation where they can safely hone and develop essential skills in physical examination, medical history and diagnosis. Community members interested in applying to the Standardized Patient Program will be asked to attend a screening session where they

The Medical/Dental Education Preparatory Program (MEDPREP) is a nationally renowned post-baccalaureate academic program that has helped more than 1,000 educationally and/or economically disadvantaged students successfully matriculate into medical and dental school. The Medical/Dental Education Preparatory Program (MEDPREP) was established in 1972 by the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, and has helped over 1000 students successfully matriculate into medical or dental school. MEDPREP provides assistance to educationally and/or economically disadvantaged students, preparing them

Welcome to the Office of Human Resources at SIU Medicine. We serve as the key liaison between the organization and our large and diverse workforce. As one of the premier employers of the region, SIU Medicine provides employees with an exceptional benefits package and unique career opportunities that combine medical education and health care. Our role is to facilitate the recruiting, interviewing and hiring of new staff as well as coordinate and plan administrative functions of the entire SIU Medicine team.

Our physicians offer expert clinical care covering all aspects of the ear, nose and throat. All of the faculty have completed extra training as sub-specialists, which enables us to provide comprehensive programs in hearing and balance disorders, voice and upper airway disorders, head and neck surgery, and reconstructive surgery. We are also home to a world-class research team. SIU investigators have made significant strides in auditory and vestibular anatomy, pharmacology, the physiology of taste and smell, head and neck surgery clinical trials and laryngology. As an academic community, our

The Doctor of Medical Science degree at SIU School of Medicine will prepare medical professionals to be leaders in health care, higher education, research and innovative industries, as well as public and private agencies. PAs that seek a DMSc degree with SIU, will be thoroughly grounded in knowledge-based research paradigms, practical applications, and the ethical/legal implications of their respective career paths. The DMSc degree provides a balanced mix of theory, research and practical application in the areas of medical practice, education and leadership. This advanced degree is created