Memorial Care E. Maryland

09/29/2025

Congrats to our Jacksonville Journal-Courier 2025 Readers’ Choice award winners: Jackie Wahle, RN, with Memorial Care and Jamie Foster, RN, with Home Health Services received first and third place respectively. Thank you for making such a positive impression on our patients by displaying compassion and high-quality care each and every day!

09/25/2025

So hard to choose just one favorite toy, but Memorial pediatrician Korine Vlahos has her go-to: Doctor Barbie! Which toy would you pick if you could only keep one forever? Learn more about our pediatricians at http://mh.social/X1uX50WN4tE

09/23/2025

From MRIs, CT scans, X-rays to mammograms, we've got you covered right here in Mt. Zion. Advanced imaging technology meets hometown care - because you shouldn't have to travel far for quality healthcare. https://memorial.health/memorial-imaging-center/overview/

09/22/2025

It’s Advanced Practice Provider Week and we are so grateful for our dedicated providers. Did you know there are over 150 APPs throughout our primary and specialty care clinics at Memorial? Join us in saying a big THANK YOU for all they do to serve our patients and communities!

09/18/2025

Welcome to family medicine physician Ardelle Estoesta, MD, the newest member of the primary care team at Memorial Care on East Maryland! She earned a bachelor of science degree in biology from St. Mary’s College of California and went on to graduate with highest honors from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences in St. Kitts. She completed a residency in family and community medicine at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, serving as chief resident at SIU Family Medicine Decatur. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Estoesta or another physician, call 217-864-3737.

09/12/2025

Need to schedule an imaging appointment? With your physician’s order, you can choose from multiple convenient locations in the Decatur area—no trip to the hospital required. To schedule an exam, call 217–876–1111.

09/09/2025

Even docs have favorite snacks! Check out Memorial pediatrician Dr. Teena John's favorite candy & ice cream flavors. Oh, and hand over the mango - she's a huge fan! Learn more about our pediatricians at http://mh.social/7kw950Wixrf

09/08/2025

Congrats to Olga Lomeli, a medical assistant, and MH Ambulatory Group’s Colleague of the Month for August! Olga’s flexibility, bilingual skills and patient-first mindset make her an invaluable part of the Memorial Wellness Center team. “She always puts patients first.” http://mh.social/4M3O50WRnCF

09/05/2025

Join us in welcoming Feras Shawish, MD, an internal medicine physician, who is now accepting new patients at Memorial Care in Forsyth. Dr. Shawish graduated with his medical degree from Tripoli Medical School in Libya. He completed his internal medicine residency at Brookdale University Hospital in New York. “I look forward to connecting with and caring for patients in this area,” he said. To make an appointment with Dr. Shawish, call 217-876-5220.

09/03/2025

Everyone has a favorite Super Hero – even pediatricians! Dr. Kara Shafer with Memorial Care loves The Incredibles because they all have super cool powers. What’s your child’s super power? Super speedy, strong, caring, smart? Your child will want to swap super hero stories with Dr. Shafer at their next appointment. Schedule today! http://mh.social/JrMq50Ww5vx

08/29/2025

If you need immediate care this holiday weekend, the following urgent care locations will be open on Labor Day: Memorial Care on US 36 East in Decatur or Memorial Care on South Sixth. Hours will be 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Virtual care is always available. All other locations will be closed.

08/28/2025

It’s all the pink for Memorial pediatrician Korine Vlahos! Baby pink, hot pink, ballet slipper pink, bubblegum pink, cotton candy pink, flamingo pink. What’s your favorite shade of pink? So many to choose from! Learn more about our pediatricians at http://mh.social/PRKq50Wixwe

09/26/2024

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01/22/2024

All Memorial Care and Memorial Specialty Care locations will be closed today due to weather and road conditions. If you need urgent care services, our South Sixth location in Springfield is open for walk-in. Drive-thru lab is closed.

If you have an appointment today, you will be contacted to reschedule. We apologize for any inconvenience.

01/08/2024

Meet Dr. Amorkor Sogbodjor, our newest physician at Memorial Care on East Maryland. Dr. Sogbodjor is passionate about her patients feeling educated and informed after every visit. Dr. Sogbodjor is accepting new patients of all ages.

12/26/2023

We are experiencing high call volumes after the Christmas weekend.
Here are some ways to get the help you need more quickly:
• If you need to schedule an appointment, use the My Memorial app.
• If you need a medication refill, contact your pharmacy directly.
• If you have a non-urgent need, consider calling back tomorrow or later in the week.
Thank you for your patience.

12/23/2023

Our entire Memorial Health team wishes you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season. We extend our sincere appreciation to all who spend these special days caring for others throughout our communities.

12/20/2023

All Memorial Care primary care locations and Memorial Specialty Care locations close at noon on Friday, Dec. 22, and will also be closed on Monday, Dec. 25, and Monday, January 1. Please enjoy a safe holiday season!

12/01/2023

We’re celebrating milestone anniversaries across Memorial Health during Colleague Service Recognition Week. Congratulations to all our honorees and thank you for all you’ve contributed and continue to contribute to Memorial Health.

11/23/2023

As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, let’s remember all the healthcare workers who will spend the holiday caring for our communities. They give up time with their loved ones to ensure that people in our hospitals, clinics and emergency departments get the care they need, and they brighten the day for patients missing their family and friends at Thanksgiving.

11/22/2023

All Memorial Care primary care locations and Memorial Specialty Care locations are closed on Thanksgiving (Thursday) and on Friday. Urgent care locations, including drive-thru labs and virtual care, are closed on Thanksgiving and open on Friday. Have a happy and safe holiday weekend!

11/11/2023

We are fortunate to have many military veterans among our colleagues, medical staff and volunteers at Memorial Health. On behalf of all of us at Memorial, thank you for your service to our country, our patients and our communities.

11/10/2023

Memorial Care is excited to welcome Dr. Amorkor Sogbodjor, MD to our East Maryland office. Dr. Sogbodjor is a board-certified internal medicine and pediatrics physician who will be accepting new patients of all ages. She graduated with a medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland. Dr. Sogbodjor is passionate about providing patient-centered care to her patients and their families. She is committed to building strong relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their health goals. Learn more at http://mh.social/plB650Q5EC6.

11/03/2023

Don't forget to set your clocks back Saturday night.

Remember to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed this Saturday, and don’t allow the end of Daylight Savings Time to cause your health to fall back. Read more at http://mh.social/Oqi850Q3vQ1.