Lincoln Surgical Associates

04/22/2026

Aetna has informed us that effective January 1, 2027, the surgical providers of Lincoln Surgical Associates will no longer be in-network for Aetna patients. This could mean that you no longer have coverage for services, or you may pay higher out-of-pocket costs, unless you find a different provider that participates with Aetna.

As a patient covered by Aetna, what should I do if I have questions?

• Contact your employer or group health plan administrator.
• Contact the Aetna customer or member services department.
• Request information regarding other health plans with which LSA participates.
• Ask your Lincoln Surgical physician about transitioning care to another provider.

Learn more at https://www.lincolnsurgical.com/news/aetna

04/05/2026

Here's hoping you find everything you're looking for today. Have a wonderful Easter!

04/01/2026

Happy April Fools' Day! If you know Dr. Kevin Barnett, you know you're in good hands. (And that he likes to have a little fun at work.) For the record, Dr. Barnett received his surgical training at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. He is also certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

03/31/2026

March is Colore**al Cancer Education and Awareness Month. In this video, Lincoln Surgical Associates' Deirdre Hart, MD, FACS, FASCRS, colon and re**al surgeon, explains what polyps are and why removing them is important.

03/30/2026

Today, Lincoln Surgical Associates is celebrating our surgeons! March 30 is National Doctors' Day, and we want to thank our spectacular surgeons for everything they do for their patients and the practice.

03/26/2026

It's Colore**al Cancer Education and Awareness Month. Lincoln Surgical Associates' Colon and Re**al Surgeon Deirdre Hart, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is here to explain what may be found during a colonoscopy.

03/23/2026

This patient was referred to Dr. T. Vinh Luong after experiencing groin pain. Dr. Luong confirmed that the issue was a hernia and "Did a phenomenal job explaining to me and my family the severity of it and removed it," the patient added. We love reviews like this! To learn more about Dr. Luong and see other patient reviews, visit https://www.lincolnsurgical.com/surgeon/t-vinh-luong.

03/16/2026

Not sure when to get your first screening colonoscopy? See what Deirdre Hart, MD, FACS, FASCRS, a colon and re**al surgeon at Lincoln Surgical Associates, has to say on the topic.

03/11/2026

Jennifer Spengler went to eight or nine doctors before her primary care provider referred her to Lincoln Surgical Associates' Dr. Deirdre Hart for a colon issue. Dr. Hart performed a colonoscopy and found a large mass in Jennifer's colon. Throughout her treatment, Dr. Hart made Jennifer feel comfortable with a straightforward, honest, and hands-on approach to her care and recovery. See what else Jennifer likes about Dr. Hart.

03/10/2026

Rural Family Medicine Associates has a new name: LSA Family Medicine Division. The name is changing, but the healthcare teams you've come to know in Mascoutah and Freeburg will stay the same.

We are only changing our name. Patients can expect the same amazing doctors, same patient-focused care, and at the same locations in Freeburg and Mascoutah! Our name is evolving; our commitment to a healthy community is not.

03/03/2026

Check out this video from Lincoln Surgical Associates and Colon and Re**al Surgeon Deirdre Hart, MD, FACS, FASCRS, to find out why getting a screening colonoscopy is so important.

02/18/2026

When Russell Phillips had complications from a colon resection, he was treated in the hospital by Lincoln Surgical Associates' Dr. Paul Loethen. Russell didn't meet Dr. Loethen until he was in rehab after surgery, and he considers it a miracle that Dr. Loethen was on call that day. Watch as Russell shares the emotional story of how Dr. Loethen saved his life.