Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is inviting the public to participate in its annual spring blood drive on March 22, 2019. The event will be held at the Touchette Elderly Apartments 1 in the Community Room, located at 5880 Bond Avenue in Centreville, Ill. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital announced today that it will hold its 2nd Annual Senior Health Festival. The three-hour long event will be held Tuesday, Mar. 26 at the Clyde C. Jordan Senior Citizens Center, 6755 State Street., in East St. Louis, Ill. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is sharing a few tips for getting a good night’s sleep and reminding the public of its available Sleep Center. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) announced today that its operating department renovations are nearing completion. The $1 million project started in July 2018 and includes four operating rooms equipped for procedures requiring both local and general anesthesia. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is raising awareness of the importance of heart health. This comes as February is American Heart Month. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is reminding the public of its volunteer services program and the importance these individuals play in hospital operations. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is pleased to announce and celebrate 60 years of service to local residents and those in nearby communities. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) has announced a new leadership structure and its team members that will serve in these roles, effective immediately. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is pleased to announce that cardiologist Roop Lal, MD has joined its staff at 5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, Ill. Dr. Lal has 30-years of experience that includes but is not limited to electrophysiology and cardiac stress studies. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is inviting the public to participate in its annual fall blood drive on Nov. 2, 2018. The event will be held at the Touchette Elderly Apartments in the Community Room, located at 5880 Bond Avenue in Centreville, Ill. view article »
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is reminding the public of its START NOW Breast & Cervical Cancer Awareness program. view article »
In honor of Drug-Free Pain Management Awareness Month, Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is encouraging the public to choose drug-free pain management over opioids or other prescription painkillers. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital is offering tips to help individuals avoid heat-related incidents this summer. Typically, during the months of July and August, visits to the Emergency Department (ED) increase and are often the result of overheating. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) announced today that it will partner with the Clayton Sleep Institute (CSI) of Maplewood, Mo, an area leader in the field of sleep disorders, to bring sleep testing and study capabilities to the hospital. Starting July 1, 2018, TRH will offer clinical sleep testing, through provider referrals, for adults age 18 and older. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is pleased to announce that ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor Paul Burk, DO has joined its staff at 5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, Ill. Dr. Burk has nearly 40-years of experience that includes but is not limited to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as head and neck surgery. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital wants to remind the public of its Physical Therapy (PT) Services offered at 5900 Bond Avenue in Centreville and 2071 Goose Lake Road in Sauget. While PT has been an available service for some time, it is encouraged now more than ever to help reduce opioid prescriptions to treat chronic pain. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital has announced today that it will host a Community Health Day in East Carondelet, Ill for community members of East Carondelet and Dupo. The event will be held Saturday, May 19 at the East Carondelet Community Center, 832 State St., in East Carondelet, Ill. and will occur from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is pleased to announce that general and laparoscopic surgeon Pierre Gilles, MD has joined its staff at 5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, Ill. Dr. Gilles has over 40-years of experience that includes but is not limited to breast disease care, neck endocrine management, as well as all facets of general surgery including advanced minimally invasive surgery and complex hernia care. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital has announced its dedication to working with local churches to prepare and identify safety threats to their congregation before they happen. The hospital has hosted a series of training classes with many area churches in partnership with the Illinois State Police. view article »
April is Defeat Diabetes Month and Touchette Regional Hospital wants to help you take a stand against this often-life-threatening disease. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital announced today that it will sponsor a Seniors Health Festival hosted at the Clyde C. Jordan Senior Citizens Center. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital wants to remind the public of its home healthcare service offered to area senior citizens. Through this program, trained medical professionals at Touchette will help seniors needing extra care and assistance as well as those taking on the role as a care-giver. view article »
Come out to the Seniors Health Festival on March 28 from 10am until 1pm at the Clyde C. Jordan Senior Citizens Center. *Health screenings and resources will be available* view article »
February is American Heart Month and Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) wants to remind the public about the importance of heart health and heart disease. While it is a very serious disease, it can often be prevented by making healthy life choices and managing your existing health conditions. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital is pleased to announce that Franklin Harry, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), has joined its Archview Medical team at 2071 Goose Lake Road, Sauget, Ill. Harry's experience includes but is not limited to diabetic foot care, bone deformities, arthritis, as well as foot and ankle injuries. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) is raising awareness for addiction recovery resources. While the most common New Year’s resolution surrounds weight-loss, some individuals are focused on addiction recovery. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) recently launched the Medicate Pharmacy Discharge Medication Program, giving patients the opportunity to receive their discharge medications before they leave the hospital. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) announced today that it will partner with Envision Physician Services, effective Dec. 1, 2017. Envision Physician Services is a leading national provider for the management services and physician staffing of TRH’s Emergency Department. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) announced today the addition of Dr. Faris Al-Gebory, MD to its Medical Specialists team. Dr. Al-Gebory will perform general surgery with a specialization in breast, gastrointestinal procedures and other procedures related to the treatment of cancer. view article »
Touchette Regional Hospital (TRH) announced today that Sulbrena Day, Ph.D. has been appointed chief operating officer (COO) of the hospital effective Feb. 1, 2017. Day replaces Thomas Mikkelson, M.D. who has held this key leadership post since 2012. Dr. Mikkelson will transition to a new role at TRH working on a variety of special projects. view article »
On Saturday, Oct. 22, the START NOW Breast Health Services at Touchette Regional Hospitalwill host Zumbathon Spooktacular, a family-friendly Zumbathon to raise funds for the program, which raises awareness about early breast cancer detection and offers breast health services to uninsured and underserved women in St. Clair, Madison and Clinton counties. view article »
Yearly mammograms are key to protecting a woman’s health, but for many Illinois residents without insurance or on limited incomes, these life-saving screenings are often out of reach. Touchette Regional Hospital in Centreville, Ill. is dedicated to ensuring every woman gets the care she needs by sponsoring its 3rd Annual Mammothon Breast Screening Event, October 13-15, 2016. view article »
For the past 20 years, Touchette Regional Hospital’s Golf Tournament has helped raise the funds needed to connect Metro East residents to quality, compassionate care in their neighborhood. This year, Touchette’s “On Course for Success” Golf Tournament will drive the hospital’s mission further, ensuring the healthcare needs of low-income patients are met and creating a healthier community overall. view article »
The Family Tree Community Fair, its fifth annual community event, will provide participants with access to free school supplies and free boys’ haircuts to prepare kids for the upcoming school year and health screenings to keep every family member healthier year-round. In addition, this fun-filled health education event includes games, activities, food, and prizes. view article »
Zumba lovers are invited to shake the day away to their favorite Latin hits while helping support Metro East women in their fight against breast cancer. view article »
Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation (SIHF) is pleased to announce it has received a $218,000 grant from Susan G. Komen® Missouri for its START NOW Services Program. START NOW’s focus is to increase awareness of the life-saving benefits of early breast cancer detection and increase breast health services to uninsured and under served women in St. Clair, Madison and Clinton Counties. view article »
The Avon Breast Health Outreach Program has awarded a $38,000 one-year grant to the Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation (SIHF) START NOW Breast Health Services Program. START NOW’s focus is to increase awareness of the life-saving benefits of early breast cancer detection and increase breast health services to uninsured and underserved women in St. Clair, Madison and Clinton Counties. view article »
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion. Open your heart and lend a hand this season by joining Touchette Regional Hospital for its Annual Spring Blood Drive on Friday, March 25. view article »
On Jan. 31, the Health Insurance Marketplace closes for 2016. Eligible Illinois residents who don’t enroll in a qualified health plan by this date may miss out on coverage for the year as well as face penalties at tax time. view article »
Mental illness touches all walks of life, and everyone – regardless of financial or social status – deserves quality, compassionate care as they battle their disease. With the Jan. 13 opening of the expanded Behavioral Health Center at Touchette Regional Hospital, more area residents will have access to high-quality care in a welcoming and open environment. view article »
