Marit Tweet, MD

Marit Tweet, MD

Emergency Medicine Physician
Emergency Medicine

    About me

    Hometown: Chicago, IL
    Academic interests: Education, Simulation, Toxicology-Antidotes, Household Toxins, Historical Tox
    What you enjoy most about the program: The people for sure. The culture between the faculty, residents, etc., is one of the most unique things about SIU EM. It is a supportive and innovative environment that is an excellent place to learn and grow.
    Favorite things to do in Springfield: Enjoying Washington Park with my dogs, going to the drive-in theater, Knight's Action Water Park on a hot day, the numerous summer festivals downtown and exploring the bike trails around town!

    Gender

    Female

    Education & training

    Positions
    Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine
    Board Certifications
    Emergency Medicine
    Medical School
    New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
    Undergraduate Degree
    BA, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
    Residency
    Emergency Medicine, SIU School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
    Fellowship
    Medical Toxicology, Toxikon Consortium, Chicago, IL

    Specialties

    Patients in waiting room

    Appointments

    SIU Medicine strongly encourages all patients to verify coverage, benefits and which providers are considered in-network with their health plan. SIU Medicine has more than 300 health care providers ready to serve you and your family. SIU Medicine accepts a wide variety of governmental and non-governmental health plans to serve our community. 

    Hospital privileges

    • Decatur Memorial Hospital, Decatur, IL
    • Memorial Health, Springfield IL

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