Southern Illinois Healthcare

11/12/2025

Every minute matters during a stroke. Thanks to the quick response and teamwork of nurse resident Aliyah Waters and her preceptor Kirsten Hicks, a patient in the SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale Emergency Department received life-saving stroke treatment in just 28 minutes. Their commitment to rapid, compassionate care helped give this patient the best chance at recovery.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the courage, dedication and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We are deeply grateful to the men and women who have served, and continue to serve, our country with strength and compassion.

To all veterans within our community, including our own SIH team members and their families, thank you. Your commitment inspires us to serve with the same heart and purpose every day.

11/10/2025

Mission in Motion

This giving season, our teams are coming together to fight hunger in our community.

Employees at SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital recently donated $2,000 to the Murphysboro Food Pantry to help support local families. According to Pantry Director Megan Austin, “This generous contribution will help make holiday meals possible for people in need, and we’re so thankful to be able to provide that support to those who rely on us.”

In addition, many other departments across our healthcare system are collecting food items and donations to support our community in various ways:

SIH leaders across our facilities, along with the SIH Foundation and SIH Community Benefits, rallied together to collect food items for several local food pantries.

- SIH System Office is hosting a "Stuff the Pantry" food drive to benefit the Good Samaritan Food Pantry.
- SIH Herrin Hospital is hosting a Thanksgiving food drive to support employees in need.
- SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale is assembling Thanksgiving meal kits for local families.
- SIH Harrisburg Medical Center has started a food bank at the hospital.

Caring for our communities goes beyond the walls of our hospitals and clinics. Helping our friends and family in Southern Illinois comes from the heart.

11/10/2025

Lung cancer affects so many lives, and remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths. However, increased awareness, early detection and advancements in research offer hope for improved outcomes.

Dr. Ricardo Siller, cardiothoracic surgeon, shares thoughtful insights in this WSIL-TV interview:

We speak with a surgeon from SIH about lung safety awareness.

11/06/2025

Congratulations to our newest DAISY Award honoree, Audra Adduci, RN!

Audra, from SIH Primary Care Harrisburg, is known for her calm, compassionate care and unwavering dedication to her patients and team. From improving vaccine workflows to going above and beyond to ensure every patient receives the care they need, Audra truly embodies what it means to be a DAISY Nurse.

Thank you, Audra, for your commitment to excellence and the difference you make every day at SIH!

11/05/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Join us as we honor lung cancer survivors, patients and families while raising awareness about the power of early detection.

If you’re between the ages of 55 and 77 and have a history of smoking, talk to your provider about a low-dose CT scan. Early detection means more treatment options, and it could save your life.

Find a provider: https://www.sih.net/providers

11/04/2025

Start your healthcare career with hands-on experience through the SIH Healthcare Internship Program. This program provides students with the opportunity to work in real hospital and clinic settings, developing valuable patient care skills and supporting our clinical teams.

Interns fill meaningful roles, such as Clinical Care Aids, Patient Sitters, and Receptionists, among others, gaining practical experience that prepares them for careers in medical, nursing, therapy, and other healthcare fields.

Apply now for the Spring 2026 SIH Healthcare Internship Program.
Deadline: November 12, 2025
Learn more and apply:

Paid student employment opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students interested in healthcare

11/01/2025

RNs Tearra Hampton and Haley Stewart joined the Under 30 Minute Club for achieving a door-to-needle time of just 25 minutes while administering TNK.

This outstanding response reflects the dedication and teamwork of everyone involved — including Dr. Loggini, Dr. Miksanek, CT tech Madison Newton, Rachel Henson, PCT, and phlebotomist Kassidy Beane.

Fast action saves lives, and this team’s coordination made all the difference.

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

Investing in the future of healthcare starts with hands-on learning. This week, we partnered with SIU School of Medicine to host a hands-on Suture Workshop for 86 first and second-year medical students. With guidance from 21 SIH providers, students received one-on-one instruction and practiced best techniques for suturing.

This collaboration is an important investment in the next generation of healthcare professionals and reinforces our shared commitment to growing high-quality care here in Southern Illinois.

10/30/2025

This National Ultrasound Month, we’re celebrating the ultrasound technologists at the SIH Breast Center who play a vital role in early breast cancer detection. Through specialized imaging and compassionate care, they help identify concerns sooner, when treatment can be most effective. Their expertise supports lifesaving diagnoses and brings peace of mind to patients and families across Southern Illinois.