Hannibal Regional Healthcare System News Archive
Protect yourself from the flu and get your flu shot! Hannibal Regional Medical Group is hosting drive through flu shot clinics to make it easier to get your flu shot. Simply drive up, register and get your shot - all without leaving your car! Flu shots are available for a special cash price of $25 or your insurance can be billed. High-dose flu shots are available for an additional price.
HRMG in Hannibal *located at the front entrance of Hannibal Regional Hospital. September 15th – 8:00 am – 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm September 17th - 8:00 am – 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm September 19th – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm September 22nd - 8:00 am – 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm September 24th - 8:00 am – 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm September 26th – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
HRMG in Louisiana September 14th – 6:30 am – 10:30 am September 16th – 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HRMG in Bowling Green September 15th – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm September 18th – 6:30 am – 3:30 pm
HRMG in Monroe City September 14th – 8:00 am – 10:00 am and 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm September 21st – 8:00 am – 10:00 am and 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm September 26th – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
HRMG in Shelbina September 15th – 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Those driving through a flu shot clinic are asked to wear a mask. Flu shots will be available to who is one year of old and up. The $25 cost is payable by cash or check, or insurance can be billed. High dose flu shots are available for a cash price of $45 or insurance can be billed.
In addition to the flu vaccine, there are a few things you can do to help minimize your risk of developing serious flu-related complications. Wash your hands - proper hand hygiene will prevent droplet spread from person to person. Cover your cough - and try to avoid those who are ill, as this will help decrease the spread of illness. Stay home from work or school when you are ill to help protect those around you. See a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve within a couple of days.
Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for a new facility in Bowling Green. In early 2018 Pike Medical Clinic will be moving to a brand new facility located by the Bowling Green Walmart which will provide care during evenings and weekends as well as offer specialty services.
Hannibal Regional Medical Group is committed to fulfilling the health care needs of the community. “The new facility will help us build on Pike Medical Clinic’s legacy of service to the community by offering more specialized services and longer office hours.” shares Todd Ahrens, President and CEO of Hannibal Regional Healthcare System.
Jan Onik, DO; Phillip Pitney, MD; Gene Smith, DO; Jennifer Chandler, FNP-BC and Sean Weaver, FNP-C will continue to serve the community at the new location and at the Pike Medical Clinic in Louisiana. The new, larger facility will provide space for specialty services and diagnostic testing. Once the new facility is completed the Pike Medical team will begin offering after-hours medical care. The team at Pike Medical will be available during the evenings and weekends for basic medical needs.
As part of the Hannibal Regional Healthcare System, Hannibal Regional Medical Group (HRMG) is a growing multi-specialty physician group continuing to expand primary and specialty care services to meet the health needs of northeast Missouri and west central Illinois residents. HRMG primary and specialty physicians deliver a range of acute, chronic and preventive medical care services. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunizations, screening tests and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Hannibal Regional Medical Group has locations in Bowling Green, Canton, Hannibal, Louisiana, Monroe City, and Shelbina, as well as an Express Care clinic and a Vision Institute in Hannibal.
Cutline: Preparing to move ceremonial dirt at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Pike Medical Clinic is Todd Ahrens, President and CEO of Hannibal Regional Healthcare System; Mike Goering, Murray Company; Don Hunter, Bowling Green Mayor; Dr. Jan Onik, Pike Medical Clinic; Dr. Phillip Pitney, Pike Medical Clinic and Doug Ruble, Vice President - Facilities at Hannibal Regional Healthcare System.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Over the past few decades, more people have been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer than all other cancers combined. In 2018 it is estimated that over 178,000 new cases of melanoma will be diagnosed.
Some risk factors for skin cancer include a lighter natural skin color, reddish hair, family history of skin cancer, history of indoor tanning, history of sunburns (especially early in life), and skin that burns, freckles, or reddens easily. “If you have any of these risk factors, you should see a doctor for a skin cancer screening at least once a year,” says Dr. Schuyler Metlis with Hannibal Regional Medical Group. “Catching cancer early often allows for more treatment options, and if you have skin cancer, finding it early is the best way to make sure it can be treated with success.”
Beginning in April and going through June, Dr. Metlis will be hosting free skin cancer screenings throughout the region. The screenings are free, however space is limited and an appointment is required. Dr. Metlis will be available for screenings on the following dates and times:
As part of Hannibal Regional, the Hannibal Regional Medical Group (HRMG) is a growing multi-specialty physician group continuing to expand primary and specialty care services to meet the health needs of northeast Missouri residents. HRMG family and specialty physicians deliver a range of acute, chronic and preventive medical care services. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunizations, screening tests and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Hannibal Regional Medical Group has locations in Bowling Green, Canton, Hannibal, Louisiana, Monroe City, and Shelbina, as well as an Express Care clinic in Hannibal.
Hannibal Regional Medical Group is excited to welcome Dr. David Lemons to their cardiology team! David Lemons, DO completed his medical education at A.T. Still University and his cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowship at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Lemons has been providing interventional cardiology coverage at Hannibal Regional and is excited to enhance his service to the community by accepting patients at Hannibal Regional Medical Group.
“I started working at Hannibal Regional to help provide interventional cardiology coverage,” shares Dr. Lemons. “I like the small town feel of the Hannibal community and the team members at Hannibal Regional and in the Cath Lab have been very inviting and helpful.”
“The most rewarding thing I do is help people who are having heart attacks. I enjoy being able to stop the severe pain patients are having and have a conversation with them soon after. The patients are often amazed at how quickly they feel better,” notes Dr. Lemons. Interventional cardiologists have extensive training in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease and structural heart conditions through catheter-based procedures, such as angioplasty and stenting.
“I feel it is important to spend time listening to my patients which allows me to develop a relationship with them,” says Dr. Lemons. “Each patient has a story to tell and it is important to hear their story.” Dr. Lemons is now accepting patients at Hannibal Regional Medical Group and is working alongside the expert cardiology team of Dr. Alvi, Dr. Valuck and Dr. Nwakile. To schedule an appointment call (573) 629-3500.
Hannibal Regional Medical Group (HRMG) is pleased to announce the addition of Lisa Parshall, FNP-BC to their team in Shelbina! Mrs. Parshall earned her Nurse Practitioner degree at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO. HRMG is excited to have Lisa Parshall, FNP-BC join their team in Shelbina as they continue to guide the community to better!
Mrs. Parshall chose to pursue a career in family medicine because it gives her the opportunity to treat patients from all age groups with diverse medical conditions. She also enjoys the opportunity to work with the entire family which allows her to gain a better understanding of how family dynamics may affect the health of her patients.
“I chose to work at Hannibal Regional because they have always been my family’s medical home. The only place I considered working when beginning my nursing career is Hannibal Regional,” shares Lisa. “I like the hometown feel of Hannibal Regional Medical Group and the relationships that develop between patients and providers. I also appreciate Hannibal Regional investing in smaller communities to provide quality healthcare.”
Lisa Parshall, FNP-BC is now seeing patients at Hannibal Regional Medical Group in Shelbina. To schedule an appointment at Hannibal Regional Medical Group in Shelbina call (573) 588-4131.
As part of the Hannibal Regional Healthcare System, the Hannibal Regional Medical Group (HRMG) is a growing multi-specialty physician group continuing to expand primary and specialty care services to meet the health needs of northeast Missouri and west central Illinois residents. HRMG family and specialty physicians deliver a range of acute, chronic and preventive medical care services. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunizations, screening tests and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Hannibal Regional Medical Group has locations in Bowling Green, Canton, Hannibal, Louisiana, Monroe City, and Shelbina, as well as an Express Care clinic in Hannibal.
Hannibal Regional Medical Group is excited to welcome Dr. Nwakile to their Cardiology team! Dr. Nwakile comes to Hannibal from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he was a Chief Fellow of Cardiology at the Einstein Medical Center. Dr. Nwakile has been a physician for over ten years and joins the Hannibal Regional Medical Group’s expert cardiology team of Dr. Alvi, Dr. Harruna, Dr. Valuck and Kim Cordes, CVNP-BC.
“The moment I chose to become a physician happened in my teens” shares Dr. Nwakile. “The dexterity and patience of a doctor saved my father’s life. It was at a point when virtually all hope was lost! I wanted to experience the joy associated with giving myself to take care of people with health needs.” Dr. Nwakile strives to give the best of himself to each of his patients while being sensitive to the emotional and psychological needs of his patients and their family.
When talking about the most rewarding part of being a physician, Dr. Nwakile notes, “Seeing that smile on the face of a patient whose life I have touched in some way - that is probably one of the greatest feelings anyone can have! The happiness I experience when families joyfully take their loved ones home after an episode of ill health makes the long hours all worth it.”
Chinualumogu Nwakile, MD is accepting new patients and works alongside Hannibal Regional Medical Group’s highly skilled cardiology team. To reach the Cardiology offices at Hannibal Regional Medical Group call 573-629-3500.
