- Arthritis
- Pediatric CareWhen it comes to the health of your child, you want to make sure that they are taken care of by a doctor that is good, reliable and responsible. Pediatricians go through years of schooling learning about pediatrics, going through extensive training and studying up-to-date medical procedures. A pediatrician has a special interest in children’s health issues which makes them an excellent choice as a doctor for your kids.
- Primary CareInternists treat acute illnesses or provide wellness care for patients experiencing minimal issues, such as runny noses or flu-like symptoms. They use preventative measures to improve the quality of their patient’s lives and may perform health checks for individuals with no medical issues if requested by a primary care physician or an individual’s family. These small checkups can pay big dividends in early diagnosis and disease prevention down the line. Internists have extensive knowledge not only about human anatomy and physiology but also on pharmaceuticals used to treat disease.
- Family PracticeBoard certified in family medicine, Dr. Frazier received her medical degree from Medical University of South Carolina in 2012 and a joint family medicine residency with the USAF and Saint Louis University in 2015.
- Emergency CareBusiness Associates: There are some services provided in our organization through contacts with business associates. Examples include physician services in the emergency department and radiology, certain laboratory tests, and a copy service we use when making copies of your health record. When these services are contracted, we may disclose your health information to our business associates so that they can perform the job weve asked them to do and bill you or your third-party payer for services rendered. To protect your health information, however, we require the business associate to appropriately safeguard your information.
- ElectrocardiogramOther diagnostic tests performed at the Alton MultiSpecialists building are EKGs and pulmonary function tests. If a diagnostic test is required which is not available at our building, it is scheduled elsewhere. Minor surgery is performed in our outpatient surgery room.
- ImmunizationsOur Alton IL pediatricians understand that you will have a lot of questions about what is normal concerning the growth and development of your child, what are the realities concerning immunizations and even general questions related to raising a child, behavior and child development.
- Gynecology
- Female Infertility
- ObstetricsIf pregnancy is confirmed by a positive blood or urine test, we encourage you to call our obstetrics department at 463-1181. At your first prenatal visit, the Prenatal Health Program will be introduced. To become acquainted with your new baby’s pediatrician, please schedule a complimentary prenatal visit with one of our pediatricians a few months prior to delivery.
- Pregnancy
- Labor and DeliveryAn obstetrician-gynecologist is a doctor that handles women’s reproductive health issues, pregnancy, childbirth, infertility and gynecological cancers. They are also called OBGYNs or gynecologists for short. Their advice can help you decide whether or not you should have a baby or how to plan things if you already are pregnant. They specialize in identifying gynecological cancers such as ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and cervical cancer.
- Internal MedicineAlton MultiSpecialists is a team of board-certified physicians in Alton IL founded by the late Chester (Chet) Hill, MD. Dr. Hill opened his medical practice in Alton July 1982. He brought together a group of highly skilled specialists to provide services for intensive care and other seriously ill patients. The small cluster of physicians was then called Critical Care Consultants. The following year, Dr. Hill opened his Internal Medicine Practice to all adults. He was particularly respected by his patients and peers for his superior knowledge and genuine, caring bedside manner.
- Ovarian Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeAn orthopedic surgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating problems with the musculoskeletal system, which includes the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Orthopedic surgeons may treat conditions such as arthritis, sports injuries, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, and scoliosis. They may also perform surgeries such as hip replacement or knee surgery.
- Depression
- Diabetes Care
- MRIOrthopedic surgeons treat all sorts of conditions that affect and joints including arthritis, tendonitis, and fractures. In order to make a correct diagnosis, an orthopedic surgeon will normally conduct a physical exam followed by diagnostic testing such as X-rays, MRI’s, CT scans, and blood work. Depending on the severity of injury or condition, doctors may recommend surgery to help alleviate symptoms. Some common surgery procedures include rotator cuff surgery, meniscus repair surgery, extractions of teeth that have been impacted into the bone, discectomy surgery for pinched nerve symptoms, and spinal fusions.
- RadiologyIn July 1983, Dr. Hill began a search for other exceptional board-certified physicians to meet Alton’s need for more doctors. The group chose the name Alton MultiSpecialists (AMS). As the group attracted more and more patients, it outgrew its location at the St. Clare’s Office Building on Fifth Street. Therefore, Dr. Hill and his physicians drew up plans for a new building at the ideal location of College Avenue and Homer Adams Parkway. An avid gardener, Dr. Hill planned the landscape at the new site and even planted many of the trees and shrubs himself. AMS has since relocated to the new building in September 1994. Modern radiology facilities and lab draw services are housed in the lower level. A spacious north area, the Community Room, was designated for giving educational talks to the community. Dr. Hill saw the need for more Primary Care doctors, so additional internists and pediatricians were recruited to work in the new building.
- X-Rays
- Computed Tomography
- OrthopedicsOrthopedics is the medical specialty that deals with diseases or injury involving muscles, bones and joints. Treatment of problems of the skeleton and muscles ranges from splints and casts to surgery.
- Pinched Nerve
- Joint ReplacementJoint problems caused by degeneration or arthritis can often be relieved by total knee or hip joint replacement. Sports injuries like a torn cartilage, or ligament injuries around the knee are usually successfully managed using arthroscopic surgical techniques. Foot problems, also, can be very disabling, and a combination of shoe modification and/or surgery can offer considerable benefits.
- Orthopedic SurgeryWhen it comes to advances in medical science, Orthopedic Surgery takes center stage. The technological advances of arthroscopic and microscopic surgical procedures make it possible to reconstruct and rehabilitate patients with increasing success that was undreamed of years ago.
- Hip Replacement
- Reconstructive SurgeryBoard certified in Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Rogalsky received his medical education at the University of Manitoba in Canada. He served a five-year residency in orthopedic surgery at The Health Sciences Center in Winnipeg. Dr. Rogalsky has extensive experience in sports medicine, knee and hip reconstructive surgery, spinal surgery and pediatric orthopedic problems.
- Sports MedicineOrthopedic surgeons are one of many types of doctors who perform surgery on patients with disorders and diseases related to the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints in the human body. In order to become an orthopedic surgeon, one must first complete a bachelor’s degree from a college or university followed by four years in medical school. After obtaining a medical degree, an applicant will spend five years in an internship and residency program where they learn more about treating common musculoskeletal problems such as joint pain and sports injuries. Once finished with their training, a doctor can choose to practice privately or teach at a medical school.
- Physical TherapyHowever, surgery only sets the stage for a good outcome. Rehabilitation and physical therapy are often necessary to obtain maximum benefit and recovery from an injury or surgical procedure.
- Back Pain