SIU Medicine

02/20/2026

Are you an undergrad student looking for a hands-on experience in a research lab?

The Smith Alzheimer's Center is offering nine-week summer research internships, and the deadline to apply is fast approaching — Friday, February 27. Visit our site to learn more about this opportunity: https://loom.ly/KfC-i4M

02/19/2026

Medical students from SIU's chapter of the Student National Medical Association provided some hands-on learning during a mini-med school at Matheny-Withrow Elementary School on Tuesday, Feb. 17.

02/18/2026

Creativity was on full display 🎨

From brushstrokes to sculptures, members of our Art Express group shared their talents and imagination at this weekend’s showcase. Take a look at a few highlights below — the full collection is as inspiring as the artists behind it.

02/17/2026

Pediatric sinusitis can be tricky to spot. Symptoms like nasal congestion, facial pressure and cough lasting more than 10 days may signal a sinus infection rather than a common cold.

Call SIU Medicine Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic to schedule a consultation with our pediatric ENT physician. 217.545.8000.

02/16/2026

Expert heart care, close to home.

In Jacksonville, SIU Medicine Cardiology offers advanced heart care services using the latest treatments and therapies. From high blood pressure to heart failure, our team treats the full spectrum of cardiovascular conditions with personalized, evidence-based care so you don’t have to leave town to get the expertise you need.

Call 217.545.8000 to schedule an appointment.

02/16/2026

The death of “Dawson’s Creek” actor James Van Der Beek highlights a rising trend in colorectal cancer among young adults. Over the last 20 years it has become the deadliest cancer in Americans under 50.
Read on and be better aware of the risks.
https://loom.ly/JsMwr1U

The death of “Dawson’s Creek” actor James Van Der Beek highlights a rising trend in colorectal cancer among young adults.

02/15/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Emily Scott, aesthetician, to SpaMed at the Institute for Plastic Surgery at SIU, where all services are overseen by board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Nicole Sommer. Emily is passionate about helping clients achieve healthy, radiant skin while creating a space for relaxation and self-care.

Emily specializes in:
•Custom facials, peels and Hydrafacial treatments
•Brows, lashes, microblading and permanent makeup
•Waxing and dermaplaning

With a nurturing, results-driven approach, Emily helps every client feel refreshed, confident and cared for inside and out. Open to everyone—not just SIU Medicine patients.

Experience professional, physician-supervised esthetic care that enhances your beauty and supports your skin for years to come! To schedule, call 217.545.SPA1.

https://www.siumed.org/emily-scott

02/14/2026

Please join us in welcoming Emily Fendrich, physician assistant, to SIU Medicine Cardiothoracic Surgery. Emily's primary focus will be lung cancer screening. Nationwide, fewer than 20 percent of people who are eligible take part in screening, even though it is often covered by insurance. When lung cancer is found early, treatment options improve and outcomes are often better.

Emily completed her undergraduate studies at Bradley University and earned her master's degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. A Springfield native, she is proud to return to central Illinois to care for patients close to home and family.

Emily is passionate about helping more patients understand their screening options and take steps that can support long-term health. We are glad to have her expertise and commitment serving our community.

https://www.siumed.org/emily-fendrich

02/13/2026

A group of second-year SIU medical students gathered at Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery in Springfield on Saturday, Feb. 7, to refresh the appearance of bedrooms, common spaces and offices throughout the facility. SIU School of Medicine 💜 our learner-volunteers and all they do within the community!
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02/13/2026

Hearing loss often happens little by little, changing how we connect with the people and sounds we love. SIU scientist Dr. Takuski Miyoshi is studying the precise mechanisms of hearing and discoveries that could lead to better care for patients. Read the story. https://thehive.siumed.edu/page/miyoshi-champion-of-research

02/12/2026

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02/12/2026

You’ve gone in for your annual check-up and you’re feeling fine. So why is your doctor ordering additional tests?

Routine screenings help catch issues when they’re more treatable and before they become serious problems. From cholesterol checks to mammograms and colonoscopies, early detection can save lives, and at the very least, bring you peace of mind.

Learn more about screening tests:

📞 Schedule a screening at SIU Medicine: 217-545-8000
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