Lincoln Surgical Associates

02/18/2026

When Russell Phillips had complications from a colon resection, he was treated in the hospital by Lincoln Surgical Associates' Dr. Paul Loethen. Russell didn't meet Dr. Loethen until he was in rehab after surgery, and he considers it a miracle that Dr. Loethen was on call that day. Watch as Russell shares the emotional story of how Dr. Loethen saved his life.

02/14/2026

Your friends at Lincoln Surgical Associates hope you have a lovely Valentine's Day!

02/03/2026

Our colleagues at Rural Family Medicine Mascoutah were recently presented with a plaque from the Mascoutah Chamber of Commerce to commemorate the practice's 30 years of service. Congratulations!

The Mascoutah Chamber of Commerce recently presented Rural Family Medicine Mascoutah with a plaque commemorating our practice's 30 years serving the Mascoutah community and surrounding areas. Dr. Judith Weis and her husband, Dr. Paul Reger (who retired from Rural Family Medicine in 2022), proudly accepted the plaque.

02/02/2026

Lincoln Surgical's Dr. D. Scott Crouch is an elective and emergency general surgeon who receives many five-star reviews! The patient quoted above also said, "Dr. Crouch exceeded all expectations from my first consultation to the surgery to my follow up. He thoroughly explained everything and never failed to put my mind at ease. He has an excellent bedside manner and their office answers phone calls and questions quicker than any office I've ever been to." See what other patients have to say about Dr. Crouch by visiting his profile page at https://www.lincolnsurgical.com/surgeon/d-scott-crouch

01/26/2026

Due to the inclement weather we are experiencing, Lincoln Surgical Associates will be closed Monday. We apologize for any inconvenience. The safety of our patients is our highest priority.

01/25/2026

Due to inclement weather, Lincoln Surgical Associates plans to open at noon on Monday, January 26. Please call the office 618.277.7400 before coming to your appointment to confirm our opening hasn’t been delayed further. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.

01/22/2026

When Renee Hazen found a lump in her breast, she was referred to Dr. Michael Bergom at Lincoln Surgical Associates. Renee said that Dr. Bergom made sure she fully understood her diagnosis and helped coordinate her care with a plastic surgeon for her reconstruction. "If you want to feel taken care of...that's where you want to go," Renee said. Watch her story.

01/12/2026

The Lincoln Surgical team was excited to get together for our holiday party last week! Two of our founding surgeons—Dr. Jay Haines and Dr. William Casperson—even came to celebrate!

01/08/2026

As of January 1, 2026, United Healthcare (UHC) has changed policies for some of their plans. If you have UHC, please verify that you have elected your Primary Care Provider and find out if you now need a referral to see a specialist. Unfortunately, there is no waiver for this new policy at this time, according to UHC. Lincoln Surgical is still a UHC provider, and we will be happy to care for you, but we are required to follow these new guidelines per UHC. If you have any questions, please contact UHC.

01/06/2026

After hernia repair surgery, this patient had the nicest things to say about Dr. Michael Bergom, breast and emergency general surgeon. Here's some more of their review: "He informed me of what my procedure would consist of, he made me feel comfortable and confident going into surgery. Recovery has been a breeze, the incision is clean and very discreet. I appreciate his office and work!" To learn more about Dr. Bergom and see more patient reviews, visit https://www.lincolnsurgical.com/surgeon/michael-a-bergom.

12/30/2025

Wishing our patients and friends a happy, healthy, and wonderful 2026! Lincoln Surgical Associates will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

12/23/2025

Lincoln Surgical Associates wishes you all a wonderful Christmas! Santa's elf (JoAnne) and helper (Karen) finished up their Christmas duties just in time to celebrate! Our office will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.