Dr. Mitchell A. Cook, DPM

11/04/2025

05/30/2025

Summer sports can be tough on your feet and ankles—especially with repetitive motion, poor footwear, or sudden increases in activity. From ankle sprains to stress fractures, even weekend warriors are at risk.

Prompt care from a foot and ankle surgeon can help prevent long-term issues and get you back in the game safely.

🦶🔍Find a foot and ankle surgeon near you at FootHealthFacts.org.

05/26/2025

Today, we honor and remember the heroes who have given their all for our country. Thank you to all who have served and sacrificed. Wishing everyone a day of reflection, gratitude, and peace!

05/06/2025

Today is Melanoma Monday — a powerful reminder that skin cancer can happen anywhere, even on your feet.

Many people forget that melanomas often hide in unexpected places:
• Soles of the feet
• Between the toes
• Under toenails
Early detection saves lives.

This month, take a few minutes to inspect your feet — or schedule a full skin check with your healthcare provider.

Remember: When in doubt, get it checked out!
Protect every part of your body — starting from the ground up.

05/02/2025

BE FAST this Stroke Month — Every Second Counts!
Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and a major contributor to long-term disability. Recognizing the signs early and calling 911 immediately can save lives and improve recovery outcomes.

At Deaconess Illinois, we’re committed to protecting our community with 24/7 stroke care—because when it comes to a stroke, time is brain.

04/20/2025

Happy Easter from all of us at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center!
Wishing our wonderful community a joyful and peaceful Easter. May this season bring you hope, healing, and new beginnings. Thank you for letting us be part of your lives — we’re honored to care for you!

04/15/2025

Today, Treace is proud to announce the second annual National Bunion Day™ in the United States.

National Bunion Day™ serves as an opportunity to raise awareness of the common bone deformity in the foot, which often includes debilitating pain for millions of adults in the U.S. The challenges posed by bunions affect over 67 million Americans, with ~ 1 in 4 U.S. adults suffering from the deformity.*

"National Bunion Day™ highlights our commitment to the communities we serve by raising awareness and providing educational resources to both patients and clinicians. Our goal is to eliminate the stigma and misinformation surrounding bunions through dedicated support and advocacy, “said John T. Treace, CEO and Founder of Treace.

Today is more than just a date; National Bunion Day™ is a movement to liberate ourselves from the stigma and . We look forward to continuing to bring attention to disruptive bunion health issues with education about bunion-related concerns and the latest treatment options available, while empowering individuals to take control of their foot health.

To learn more, visit www.lapiplasty.com/nationalbunionday

* Nix S, et al. J Foot Ankle Res. 2010. 27:3:21

04/14/2025

Step into Spring with Dr. Cook!

Spring is here, which means more time outdoors—walking, running, hiking, and enjoying the sunshine! But are your feet ready? Whether you're dealing with heel pain, bunions, sports injuries, or diabetic foot care, our Podiatry team at Deaconess Illinois is here to help keep you moving comfortably all season long.

Schedule an appointment today and put your best foot forward!

Location: 3329 W DeYoung St. | Marion, IL
Phone: 618-767-6050
https://ow.ly/JXy050VuFON

01/06/2025

Our clinic in Marion will be open on Tues 1/7/25. We will start seeing patients at 10am. Again, if you are unable to make your appointment please let us know and we will be happy to reschedule you. Thank you and stay safe!

01/06/2025

Our Marion Location Clinic will be closed tomorrow 1/6/25 due to the inclement weather. Staff will reach out to you for rescheduling later this week. If you had an appointment you will likely get a cancellation phone call from our automated system. We are scheduled to resume normal clinic hours on Tuesday of this week weather permitting. If you have an issue that is emergent please seek care at your local Emergency Dept. If you are an established patient and need a question answered please send us a MyChart message to Dr. Cook and he will respond as soon as possible. Stay safe!

12/30/2024

Deaconess Illinois Clinics, Rural Health Clinics and Specialty Clinics are CLOSED on 01/01/2025 to spend New Years with our families.

ALL Deaconess Illinois Clinic Express locations in West Frankfort, Marion and Mt. Vernon will be OPEN 8:00AM-8:00PM. Please visit the closest location to you for any acute illnesses/injuries.

Express Locations:
909 West Main Street Suite B | West Frankfort, IL 62896 | 618.372.6040
3111 Broadway Street | Mt. Vernon, IL 62864| 618.241.0300
2700 West Deyoung Street Suite F| Marion, IL 62959| 618.969.8633