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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Medical Care
Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) is a not-for-profit health system dedicated to serving the southernmost 16 counties of Illinois. With four hospitals and over 30 clinics, SIH provides comprehensive care including cancer treatment, heart and vascular services, neurosciences, and maternity care. The organization operates the region's only Level II Trauma Center, comprehensive cancer center, and robotic surgery program.SIH employs over 4,000 staff and maintains affiliations with institutions like Prairie Heart Institute and Siteman Cancer Network. Accredited by The Joint Commission, SIH has delivered $1.3 billion in community benefits since 2014 while maintaining its mission to care for all patients regardless of ability to pay.
Services
Cancer Care
Heart & Vascular Services
Neurosciences
Rehabilitation Services
Maternity Care
Robotic Surgery
Behavioral Health
Urgent Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Pediatric Services
Highlights and features
- We operate the region's only Level II Trauma Center and comprehensive cancer center
- Our 670+ physicians cover 60 medical specialties and subspecialties
- We maintain affiliations with nationally recognized institutions like Prairie Heart Institute
- Our robotic surgery program is the largest in Southern Illinois
- We've delivered $1.3 billion in community benefits since 2014
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
Services
Cancer Care
SIH Cancer Institute offers comprehensive treatment including diagnosis, therapy, and support groups. Our accredited program provides chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical oncology with a multidisciplinary team approach. We maintain affiliations with Siteman Cancer Network for advanced care options.
Heart & Vascular Services
Prairie Heart Institute delivers open heart surgery, interventional cardiology, and vascular treatments. Our hybrid operating room enables complex procedures with outcomes tracked through national registries. We've received 14 consecutive years of national recognition for heart attack care.
Neurosciences
Our neurology and neurosurgery teams treat conditions like Parkinson's, epilepsy, and stroke. Services include minimally invasive procedures, radiosurgery, and comprehensive rehabilitation. The SIH Brain & Spine Institute coordinates care across multiple specialties for optimal patient outcomes.
Rehabilitation Services
Outpatient clinics offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy with direct access available. Inpatient rehabilitation at three hospitals includes specialized programs like Upswing Recovery and AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill therapy for diverse patient needs.
Maternity Care
SIH Memorial Hospital's Level II-E Special Care Nursery provides advanced neonatal care. Our U.S. News & World Report-recognized maternity program offers midwifery services, skin-to-skin bonding, and comprehensive prenatal/postnatal care across multiple locations.
Questions
What specialized services does SIH offer?
SIH provides cancer care, heart and vascular services, neurosciences, maternity care, robotic surgery, and behavioral health treatment through four hospitals and 30+ clinics.
How can I schedule a medical appointment?
Call 800.597.5790 for rehabilitation services or contact specific hospitals directly for other appointments across our 10 outpatient clinics.
Does SIH accept insurance?
We work with in-network and out-of-network insurance plans. Contact our Patient Financial Services at 1-888-457-0065 for detailed coverage verification.
What emergency services are available?
Our Level II Trauma Center in Carbondale and three other hospitals provide 24/7 emergency care including stroke treatment and cardiac services.
How does SIH support community health?
We've provided $1.3 billion in community benefits since 2014 through charity care, unreimbursed services, and health education programs.
What technology does SIH use for treatment?
We employ advanced technologies including da Vinci robotic systems, AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill, and state-of-the-art imaging equipment.
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