Your health, your partner, your journey

A story of patience and perseverance

Path to parenthood

Imagine waking up one day to find you've been signed up for a marathon you never trained for. You push through exhaustion, pain and doubt with each mile, knowing there's no promise of crossing the finish line - but stopping isn't an option.

For the Klemm family, this was the reality of their infertility journey. Every step, needle prick and treatment felt like running another mile in a race that demanded all they had and more. 

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A story of resilience

From strength to struggle– and back again

Rich Payne, a healthy, active man, suddenly found himself unable to walk, dress, or even shower. What began as a strange sensation quickly escalated into a life-altering condition. With his world turned upside down, Rich turned to SIU Medicine for answers and found the support he needed to fight his way back to independence. Discover his unexpected journey of resilience.

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Cutting-edge surgery helps local man overcome chronic pain

At SIU Medicine, exceptional care goes beyond advanced procedures and cutting-edge technology—it’s about truly connecting with patients. For Frank Vala, that meant not just relieving his debilitating back pain but also receiving a Thanksgiving Day call from his surgeon, Dr. Bruce Frankel, checking in to ensure his recovery was on track. This level of dedication, paired with innovative treatments like minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, gave Vala more than just a second chance at life—it gave him the confidence to embrace it fully. Here’s how SIU Medicine’s compassionate team helped him reclaim his health and hope.

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Care areas

SIU Medicine is home to dedicated, purposeful problem solvers who specialize in the health of this diverse community. Our health care teams provide services in multiple medical specialties, including the following: