Pittsburg Internal Medicine

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Pittsburg Internal Medicine! 🎄

As we celebrate this joyful season, our team would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to all of our patients for your trust and support throughout the year. May your holidays be filled with peace, good health, and happiness!

Please note that our office will be closed for the holiday and will reopen on Monday, December 29th. We look forward to continuing to care for you in the new year!

Warm wishes,
The Pittsburg Internal Medicine Team

12/22/2025

Reminder of our upcoming holiday hours!

12/16/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday, Jessica! 🎉

Help us wish the happiest of birthdays to our amazing APRN, Jessica! We are so grateful for her giving heart, compassionate care, and the genuine kindness she brings to our patients and our team every single day.

When she’s not taking great care of others, you’ll often find her out on the run, doing what she loves and inspiring those around her to live healthy, active lives.

We are incredibly lucky to have you, Jessica. Wishing you a birthday filled with joy, miles of smiles, and everything you deserve! 💙🎂🏃‍♀️

12/15/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Closure Announcement ✨🎄

As the holiday season approaches, Pittsburg Internal Medicine will be closed Wednesday, December 24th through Friday, December 26th so our dedicated staff can enjoy meaningful time with their families and loved ones.

We are grateful for the trust you place in our team and appreciate your understanding as we take this brief pause to rest, recharge, and celebrate the season together. We will be happy to care for you again when we reopen for regular business hours.

🚨 If you experience a medical emergency during this time, please call 911.

From all of us at Pittsburg Internal Medicine, we wish you a joyful, peaceful, and healthy holiday season. ❤️❄️

12/03/2025

🏃‍♂️✨ Huge Congratulations to Dr. Carlson! ✨🏃‍♂️

Pittsburg Internal Medicine is so proud to celebrate Dr. Carlson’s big win at the 2025 Turkey Trot in Pittsburg, KS—he not only competed, he won his age group! 🥇🦃

As a proud sponsor of this amazing community event, we’re honored to support activities that bring people together and encourage healthier, happier lives. At Pittsburg Internal Medicine, our commitment goes far beyond the walls of our clinic—we believe in promoting health, wellness, and meaningful community engagement every chance we get. ❤️

Congratulations again, Dr. Carlson! And thank you to everyone who made the Turkey Trot such a special part of Thanksgiving weekend. 🧡

11/26/2025

Update: our phones are back up! We are happy to take your calls from this morning!

We are open today, Wednesday 11/26! Our phones are just on the fritz at the moment. They should be back up shortly!

11/25/2025

Join us for 4th Annual Pittsburg Turkey Trot 5K! The biggest 5K Run/Walk in Southeast Kansas is sure to be a great time for all who participate. Participants will receive a long-sleeve shirt, an awesome medal, chip-timing, professional photography, custom chip-timed bibs, and more!

11/25/2025

🌟🦃 **Important Announcement** 🦃🌟

Dear Patients and Friends,

We wish to inform you that Pittsburg Internal Medicine will be **closed on Thanksgiving Day, as well as the following day, Friday**. Our dedicated staff will be taking this time to cherish moments with their families and loved ones.

We appreciate your understanding and support during this holiday season. We encourage everyone to take a break, reflect on what they are thankful for, and enjoy the company of family and friends.

Wishing you all a wonderful and joyous Thanksgiving filled with warmth, gratitude, and delightful memories! 🧡

Best wishes from all of us at Pittsburg Internal Medicine! 🥧🍂✨

11/24/2025

🌱 Pittsburg Internal Medicine Is Growing!

As our practice continues to expand and serve even more patients throughout SEK, we’re excited to announce that we are hiring additional nursing staff to join our dedicated team!

If you're passionate about patient care and want to be part of a long-standing, independent practice that has served Southeast Kansas since 1976, we’d love to meet you.

🕒 Position Details:
• 25–32 flexible hours per week
• Medical insurance & retirement benefits available
• Paid holidays
• Sick/vacation leave
• Supportive, community-focused environment

At Pittsburg Internal Medicine, you’re not just filling a role—you’re helping carry forward nearly 50 years of compassionate, patient-centered care. ❤️

📩 Interested applicants can send their cover letter and resume to PIMtillie@gmail.com or call 620-231-1650.

11/19/2025

🏃‍♂️🦃 Pittsburg Internal Medicine Supports The Turkey Trot! 🦃🏃‍♀️

Pittsburg Internal Medicine is proud to support the incredible work of the Running Collective and their annual Turkey Trot happening this Thanksgiving! This community event brings people together, promotes wellness, and reminds us how powerful healthy choices can be — not just for our bodies, but for our long-term happiness and quality of life.

Regular movement, community involvement, and taking time to care for yourself are all key to living longer, healthier, and more joyful lives, and events like this make it fun and accessible for everyone.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a great way to start your holiday with positive energy, we encourage you to sign up and join the fun!

🦃 Register here:
👉 https://www.runningcollectiveks.com/turkeytrot

Let’s celebrate health, gratitude, and community together this Thanksgiving. Pittsburg Internal Medicine is cheering you on! 💙💛

The Thanksgiving tradition of Pittsburg, KS and surrounding areas. We gather every year to kick off your festivities with a little bit of fitness in the morning. You won't want to miss it!

11/14/2025

🌟💖 As Nurse Practitioners week comes to a close, we wanted to celebratete Jessica Crager one more time!

What Is a Nurse Practitioner, you ask?

**Ingredients:**
- 1 cup of compassion (always in stock!)
- 2 tablespoons of intelligence (because your diagnosis game is strong!)
- A sprinkle of patience (perfectly measured for each patient)
- A handful of thoroughness (to make sure nothing goes unnoticed)
- 3 teaspoons of warmth (to always brighten someone’s day)
- Lots of love (the secret ingredient that makes everything better!)

Here’s to you, Jessica! 🥳 Thank you for being the heart and soul of healthcare, always making time for your patients and bringing a smile to everyone's day. You are so much appreciated! 🌼

Share your own love and appreciation for her in the comments! Let's celebrate those who care for us with the utmost dedication!

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans This Veterans Day

Today, as we take a moment to remember and honor the courageous men and women who have served our nation, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all veterans for your sacrifices and dedication. Your bravery and commitment to safeguarding our freedoms are deeply appreciated.

We are especially proud of one of our own at Pittsburg Internal Medicine, Nurse Practitioner Jessica Crager. Jessica is not only an exceptional healthcare provider, but she is also a proud Army veteran who has served our country with honor and integrity. Her military background instills an extraordinary level of dedication, compassion, and resilience in her patient care.

Jessica goes above and beyond for her patients, always taking the time to listen and understand their needs, ensuring they receive the best care possible. Her ability to combine her military discipline with a warm, caring approach creates a comforting environment where patients feel valued and heard.

On this day of reflection, let’s also acknowledge Jessica's service to our country, which has shaped her into the remarkable healthcare professional she is today. We are grateful to have her as an integral part of our team, serving our community with such passion and commitment.

Thank you, Jessica, and all our veterans, for your service. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed, and you inspire us all every day. 🇺🇸❤️