Healthcare Hub Staff at HSHS St. John's Hospital Springfield is the hub of an advanced, prospering medical district that boasts world-class healthcare facilities with a global presence. From major hospital systems to rural health services and everything in between, Sangamon County is home to industry leaders in healthcare provision. Springfield’s growing network of medical institutions, wellness centers and specialty providers offer convenient care both to our residents and individuals from around the world. These healthcare organizations not only benefit individuals seeking medical care but also the community as a whole. In fact, Memorial Health System and the Hospital Sisters Health System make up the #2 and #3 slots, respectively, on the list of major employers in Springfield and Sangamon County. Just down the list are Springfield Clinic at #5 and SIU School of Medicine at #6. Our facilities are also devoted to innovative healthcare research, local initiatives aimed at improving the health of the community and free community services such as education classes, support groups, health fair screenings and more. The advancements in care and constant training are always growing in this community. Sangamon County residents and even those beyond our region are in good hands when any healthcare needs arise. Booming Medical District The Mid-Illinois Medical District is a one-square mile designation in the heart of Springfield just to the north of downtown. The district is anchored by the area’s two major hospitals, Memorial Medical Center and HSHS St. John’s Hospital, as well as the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and Springfield Clinic, the second largest multi-specialty physician group in Illinois. Established in 2003, the medical district serves to promote the orderly development and expansion of health care facilities and medical-related industries. Throughout the last decade, more than $600 million of capital investment has been made in the medical district to support patient care, bio-medical research, new medical technologies and advanced medical-related activities. Niche Specialty Care Cutting-edge medical procedures have put Springfield on the map within the medical industry. The Prairie Heart Institute at HSHS St. John’s Hospital was among the first 10 hospitals in the country to perform a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure. Prairie Heart is also the first in the United States and the seventh in the world to successfully complete a procedure to implant a medical device, known as a Lotus™ valve, in a patient with an existing artificial heart valve. Memorial Medical Center is one of eight hospitals in the United States that is accredited for Lung Volume Reduction Surgery by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Simmons Cancer Institute (SIU) consistently undertakes unique research in cancertreatment, such as serving as the exclusive site for a bladder cancer clinical trial in 2015. The trial combined the current use of drug therapy placed inside the bladder with a new, intravenous drug that increases the response of the immune system. The Institute for Plastic Surgery at Southern Illinois University (SIU) School of Medicine conducted the first clinical hand transplant program in Illinois and is one of only eleven hand transplant programs in the country. Educating Medical Professionals Springfield’s high level of medical care is ensured to continue for generations thanks to the ongoing dedication to education. In addition to treating acute care needs, local health organizations are training the next round of doctors, nurses, radiology technicians, physical therapists, pharmacists and other professionals through a variety of advanced, hands-on methods. In 2015, Memorial’s Center for Learning and Innovation opened its doors to provide advanced technology and state-of-the-art simulation training for its staff and clinical partners. Simulated settings include a nurses station, operating room, ambulance and outdoor environment, emergency treatment and trauma rooms, and a patient home with a kitchen, dining room, living room, bedroom and restroom. A Surgical Skills Center enables learners to stay on the cutting-edge of practice and technology through surgical skills sessions, and degree/certification programs are offered in conjunction with academic partners. Just down the street, St. John’s College of Nursing offers two masters programs as well as upper division baccalaureate nursing degree programs focused on immersion in nursing theory and practice. In 2016, the college opened its Simulation Center to offer students a realistic experience in preparing for routine and unexpected events they will encounter in a clinical nursing environment. The center includes an operating/obstetrics room, emergency room, patient room, pediatric room, exam room and skills lab. In these practice settings, each interaction with the patient mannequin can be recorded so the student and faculty can debrief and review what went well and what should be done differently in the future. These education and training resources allow medical professionals to mimic real-world scenarios to test new workflows, equipment and safety initiatives - all of which have become a cornerstone in delivering the best possible care in the Springfield and Sangamon County community. MEDICAL CARESpringfield is home to several world-class healthcare facilities, providing excellent medical, dental, ambulatory, nursing care and wellness services for the region. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) A multi-institutional health care system established in 1875 that cares for patients in 14 communities in Illinois and Wisconsin. HSHS St. John’s Hospital800 E. Carpenter St., Springfield | (217) 544-6464 | www.st-johns.org HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital800 E. Carpenter St., Springfield | (217) 757-6394 | www.sjchildrens.org HSHS Medical Group3051 Hollis Drive Springfield | (217) 321-9292 | www.hshsmedicalgroup.org Prairie Cardiovascular619 E Mason St, Springfield | (217) 788-0706 | www.prairieheart.org Memorial Health System A community-based, not-for-profit corporation founded in 1897 dedicated to patient care, education, and research. Memorial serves an average of more than 40,000 inpatients, 667,000 outpatients and 125,000 patients in emergency departments throughout its various communities. Memorial Medical Center701 N 1st St, Springfield | (217) 788-3000 | www.memorialmedical.com Memorial Physicians Group701 N. 1st Street, SpringfieldFind a physician #: 855-FIND-MPS, 855-346-3677 | www.memorialmd.com Southern Illinois University (SIU) Healthcare SIU Healthcare is made up of university physicians and faculty members of South Illinois University School of Medicine who offer a wide range or preventative, diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. SIU HealthcarePO Box 19639, Springfield | (217) 545-8000 | www.siumed.org/siuhealthcare SIU School of Medicine801 N Rutledge St, Springfield | (217) 545-8000 | www.siumed.edu/ Simmons Cancer Institute315 W. Carpenter St, Springfield | (217) 545-8000 | www.siumed.org Springfield Clinic Springfield Clinic is a forward-thinking, physician-led multispecialty medical group devoted to providing the highest quality health care to its patients. More than 650 physicians and advanced practitioners deliver care in approximately 80 medical specialties and sub-specialties serving more than 20 counties reaching more than 500,000 patients in the greater central Illinois area. As one of the largest private multispecialty medical clinics in the state, Springfield Clinic currently employs over 3,500 clinical and administrative staff members who are committed to improving health, providing value and serving the community. 1025 South 6th Street, Springfield | (217) 528-7541 | www.springfieldclinic.com