OSF Saint Clare Medical Center

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Our Mission Partners are getting in the spirit! đź‘» Check out these oh-so-sweet (and just a little spooky) costumes from o...
10/31/2025

Our Mission Partners are getting in the spirit! đź‘» Check out these oh-so-sweet (and just a little spooky) costumes from our fa-BOO-lous teams!

đź’— Spreading awareness, one conversation at a time!The Tiskilwa Public Library recently hosted a community awareness even...
10/31/2025

đź’— Spreading awareness, one conversation at a time!

The Tiskilwa Public Library recently hosted a community awareness event in partnership with our OSF HealthCare Education and Radiology teams and the Bureau, Putnam & Marshall County Health Department.

Attendees learned about the importance of regular mammograms and the screening options available through OSF. Laura Seitz and Dawn Rudolph shared valuable information on early detection, while Heidi Herdt from the Health Department highlighted the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, which offers free breast cancer screenings for those who qualify.

Early detection saves lives. đź’•
Schedule your mammogram today: http://osf.care/ynIA50XkZ1U

📢 Two weeks to go! Our blood drive is coming up on Monday, November 10 🩸 Every drop makes a difference!📍 Location: 520 P...
10/30/2025

📢 Two weeks to go! Our blood drive is coming up on Monday, November 10 🩸 Every drop makes a difference!

📍 Location: 520 Park Ave. E., White Oak conference room (third floor)
📞 Schedule your time to give: http://osf.care/ctwa50Xfbpw

Let’s save lives together. ❤️

Pregnancy is a journey filled with joy, questions and change.That’s why we are enhancing care in Ottawa and surrounding ...
10/29/2025

Pregnancy is a journey filled with joy, questions and change.

That’s why we are enhancing care in Ottawa and surrounding communities with more ways to stay connected to your care team before, during and after delivery.

With extra virtual check-ins, 24/7 care team access and in-person visits at key moments, you’ll have all the support you need.

Ask your OB care team for more details.

🧠 Facts & Snacks: Stroke EducationLet’s talk stroke awareness over snacks and good company!📍 Liberty Village of Princeto...
10/29/2025

đź§  Facts & Snacks: Stroke Education
Let’s talk stroke awareness over snacks and good company!

📍 Liberty Village of Princeton
🗓️ October 30 | 🕝 2:30-4 p.m.
📍 Hawthorne Inn Activity Area

👩‍⚕️ Featuring guest speaker Kelly Wasilewski, manager of Emergency Services Operations, OSF HealthCare

We’ll cover:
✔️ What a stroke is
✔️ How to spot one early
✔️ What to do in an emergency
✔️ Simple steps to stay healthy

✨ Open to residents, staff and families. Everyone is welcome!

Let’s learn together and take steps toward better health. 💙

Learn CPR and First Aid—It Could Save a Life! 🚑 Take our upcoming Heartsaver CPR/AED course in blended learning format!💡...
10/28/2025

Learn CPR and First Aid—It Could Save a Life! 🚑 Take our upcoming Heartsaver CPR/AED course in blended learning format!

đź’ˇ Choose Heartsaver CPR/AED only or CPR/AED with First Aid
đź’ˇ Online portion through the American Heart Association
đź’ˇ Hands-on skills session with a certified AHA instructor
đź’ˇ Skills check fee: $50, includes your AHA certification card

đź“… Upcoming Sessions:
Tuesday, November 11 | Noon–1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 16 | Noon–1:30 p.m.
📍 530 Park Ave. E., Princeton
White Oak Conference Room (third floor)

Learn life-saving skills for adults, children and infants.

đź”— Sign up now:

November 11 & December 16 | CPR: $36.50 | Heartsaver: $50

✨ Have you seen this physician? ✨A. Rachel Pampe, DO, her care team and their families brought a little extra magic to P...
10/27/2025

✨ Have you seen this physician? ✨

A. Rachel Pampe, DO, her care team and their families brought a little extra magic to Peru’s Trunk or Treat—even in the chilly, rainy weather!

If you're looking for a compassionate, family-focused provider who brings warmth to everything she does, schedule an appointment with Dr. Pampe today: http://osf.care/ZCaZ50XipG7

Be ready to save a life! 💓Life doesn’t come with a warning—being prepared makes all the difference. OSF Saint Clare is o...
10/24/2025

Be ready to save a life! đź’“

Life doesn’t come with a warning—being prepared makes all the difference. OSF Saint Clare is offering blended learning Basic Life Support (BLS) and Heartsaver CPR/AED courses.

âś… Learn CPR, AED use and choking relief
âś… Complete online modules at your own pace
âś… Finish with hands-on skills with a certified AHA instructor
âś… Certification valid for 2 years

đź“… Upcoming Sessions:
Tuesday, November 11 | Noon–1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 16 | Noon–1:30 p.m.

📍 530 Park Ave. E., Princeton
White Oak Conference Room

Spaces for skills sessions are limited, so secure your spot today!

đź”— Register here:

November 11 & December 16 | CPR: $36.50 | Heartsaver: $50

At OSF HealthCare, A. Rachel Pampe, DO, believes care should be more than treating symptoms — it’s about supporting the ...
10/24/2025

At OSF HealthCare, A. Rachel Pampe, DO, believes care should be more than treating symptoms — it’s about supporting the whole person: body, mind and spirit. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where patients feel heard and empowered in their health.

Ready to start your wellness journey with a trusted partner?
đź“… Schedule your appointment today:
530 Park Avenue East, Suite 303 | Princeton
📞 (815) 876-3350
đź”— http://osf.care/Qk2y50XhCHq

Learn about A. Rachel Pampe, DO, who practices family medicine and OMT at OSF Medical Group in Princeton. Schedule an appointment today.

đź’– We're celebrating our awesome Medical Office Assistants (MOA) this week! đź’–  Our MOA Mission Partners are the heart of ...
10/24/2025

đź’– We're celebrating our awesome Medical Office Assistants (MOA) this week! đź’–

Our MOA Mission Partners are the heart of health care and Medical Assistants Recognition Week is a time to honor the incredible contributions of these dedicated professionals. They are the backbone of medical practices, providing essential support and care to patients.

đź’š Check out these fun photos from OSF Medical Group in Princeton and schedule an appointment to see one of our amazing providers today! http://osf.care/NYip50XhxgX

Meet Dr. Gayana Wanniarachchi, DPM, the newest podiatrist joining OSF HealthCare to bring compassionate, high-quality ca...
10/23/2025

Meet Dr. Gayana Wanniarachchi, DPM, the newest podiatrist joining OSF HealthCare to bring compassionate, high-quality care close to home in Peru and Princeton.

She’s not just treating feet — she’s caring for people:
🦶 Offering comprehensive foot and ankle services
❤️‍🩹 Specialized in wound care to promote healing
✨ Accepting new patients

📞 Want to schedule an appointment or find which services might be right for you? Learn more about Dr. Wanniarachchi and how she can help keep you moving.

Learn about Gayana Wanniarachchi, DPM, who practices podiatry in Princeton and Peru. Schedule an appointment today.

Recovery is a journey — and you don’t have to take it alone.Dr. Adam Kress offers medication-assisted recovery in a safe...
10/22/2025

Recovery is a journey — and you don’t have to take it alone.

Dr. Adam Kress offers medication-assisted recovery in a safe, supportive environment that respects your dignity and goals.

đź’» Learn more and schedule an appointment:

Learn about Adam Kress, DO, who practices family medicine at OSF Medical Group in Princeton and Spring Valley. Schedule an appointment today.

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Princeton, IL
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Perry Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital with over 100 physicians on staff, working to provide quality care that meets the needs of the surrounding rural community.

HISTORY - Prior to the existence of Perry Memorial Hospital, most healthcare occurred in patient’s homes, with little opportunity for nursing care or medical treatment and supervision. Physicians would often travel great distances to treat patients, and sometimes had to convert rooms in their own homes to house acutely ill patients. As of 1893, the Bureau County Medical Society counted 40 physicians as members.

In 1903, two brothers--Dr. L.D. Hickman and Dr. H.V. Hickman--purchased a home on Park Avenue East and used it to open the Princeton Hospital. The hospital focused on x-ray and surgery services using state-of-the-art equipment. However, due to personal illness, financial problems, and lack of support, the brothers closed the hospital after only one year.

In 1905, the hospital was purchased and operated by Dr. Blackburn as a private hospital. He ran the hospital successfully for three years before it closed again. Miss Cox purchased the hospital from Dr. Blackburn, and ran it for two more years until a smallpox epidemic broke out. Two patients died from the epidemic, and the hospital closed for the third and final time.