- Rheumatology
- Pediatric CareShannon Medical Center and Shannon Women's & Children's Hospital, St. John's Campus, the Surgery Center, the Main Clinic, and the OB-GYN and Pediatrics clinics are designated as Mother-Friendly Worksites.
- Primary CareHaving regular visits with you primary care physician is a great way to stay healthier and watch for potential early signs of cancer. If you are looking for a primary care physician, call our Doctor Matchmaker at 325.481.2343.
- Family PracticeThe Shannon MyChart patient portal allows patients to conveniently schedule appointments online with their family practice provider and also request appointments with a specialist. For more information on setting up a MyChart account, visit mychart.shannonhealth.org
- Emergency CareWhen you get emergency care or are treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from balance billing. In these cases, you shouldn’t be charged more than your plan’s copayments, coinsurance and/or deductible.
- ColonoscopyColonoscopies can detect pre-cancerous polyps that form in the colon or rectum; polyps can be removed to prevent cancer. New guidelines from the American Cancer Society recommend regular colonoscopy screenings for colorectal cancer should begin at age 45. Individuals in good health should continue to be screened regularly through age 75. People ages 76 to 85 are encouraged to talk with their healthcare provider on whether or not they need to continue testing.
- Infectious DiseasesWe regularly treat patients with infectious diseases and have comprehensive protocols and supplies to ensure we are able to do so with the highest regard to the safety and protection of our patients, visitors, healthcare providers and staff. If a patient is admitted to Shannon under investigation for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), that patient will be cared for according our protocols for dealing with infectious diseases, including treatment in isolated areas in compliance with CDC guidelines.
- ImmunizationsScreening for cervical cancer should start at age 21 with a Pap test. Women between the ages of 21 and 29 should have a test done every 3 years, women between the ages of 30 and 65 should have a Pap test and an HPV test done every 5 years, women over the age of 65 who have had regular cervical testing done in the past 10 years should stop screenings. All women who have had HPV vaccinations, regardless of age group, should still follow these screening instructions.
- Ophthalmology
- Gynecology
- Internal Medicine
- Gastroenterology
- Urology
- Nephrology
- Kidney CancerA routine urinalysis may find small amounts of blood in people with early kidney cancer. Urinalysis can be done during a regular physical exam. People who have a higher risk of kidney cancer due to inherited conditions like Hippel-Lindau disease are encouraged to get regular imaging tests such as CT, MRI or ultrasounds to look for kidney tumors.
- Cervical Cancer
- Prostate CancerStarting at age 50, men should consult with their healthcare providers to decide whether getting tested for prostate cancer is right for them. African American men, as well as men who have had a father or brother who had prostate cancer before age 65, should talk with their provider at age 45.
- Lung Cancer
- Neurology
- Mental Health
- Psychiatry
- Behavioral Health
- Endocrinology
- Thyroid
- Thyroid CancerThyroid cancer can be found early and treated successfully. If you are experiencing lumps or nodules in your neck, you should see your healthcare provider right away. Blood tests and thyroid ultrasounds can find changes in the thyroid, but should only be done if the individual is at higher risk.
- MRI
- RadiologyAt Shannon we are focused on keeping your healthcare information confidential. Information will not be released without the patient's written consent, except as required by law. To request a copy of your medical record or radiology images from any Shannon entity, including Shannon South, please click here to download and complete your Medical Record Authorization Form.
- X-Rays
- Computed TomographyA low-dose CT scan (LDCT) is recommended for individuals at higher risk of lung cancer and who meet the following conditions: aged 55 to 74 years old and in fairly good health, currently smoke or have quit smoking in the past 15 years, and have at least a 30 pack-year smoking history. *A pack-year is 1 pack of cigarettes per day, per year.
- Radiation Oncology
- General SurgeryTwo visitors per patient will be allowed at one time within our inpatient facilities. This applies to the Acute Care units, Women’s & Children’s Hospital and Surgical Services.
- Orthopedics
- Wound Care
- Hand Surgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Otolaryngology
- Skin CancerPerforming a full-body self-examination on your skin regularly is very important, as well as seeing a dermatologist yearly. Those at higher risk for skin cancer should visit a dermatologist more frequently for professional skin exams. Signs and symptoms of melanoma include unusual moles, sores, lumps, blemishes markings, or changes to an area of skin’s appearance or texture.
- Dermatology
- Sports Medicine
- General Podiatry