Springfield Clinic Runde

10/08/2025

We’re proud to recognize our 2025 Golden Leaf Award finalists, a remarkable group of caregivers dedicated to excellence, compassion and leadership. 🌟

The Golden Leaf Award honors advanced practice providers who go above and beyond to deliver outstanding care.

Thank you for all you do for our patients and community! 👏💙

See the full list of finalists here: https://ow.ly/BTXJ50X8vXR

10/06/2025

Meet Dr. Krishna Akella, an electrophysiologist at Springfield Clinic! ✨

He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart rhythm conditions, helping patients find balance and feel their best. Known for his compassionate approach, Dr. Akella strives to make every patient feel understood and supported.

Dr. Akella is accepting new patients in Springfield. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/QPh250X7m97

10/03/2025

September marked the start of a new season and another month of giving, celebrating and coming together! 🍂 Here's a look back at our Community of Caring. 👀💛

09/26/2025

As we close out APP Week, we’re honored to celebrate one of our own. For 17 years, Robin Wells, APRN, CNP, has inspired both her patients and colleagues with her kindness, grace and positivity. We’re proud to celebrate her as this year’s recipient of the Golden Leaf for Clinical Excellence in Advanced Practice Award! Congratulations, Robin! 🌟

09/15/2025

Every year, this event reminds us of the power of community and resilience. 💪 Springfield Clinic and Hanger Clinic were grateful to share a day of fun, friendship and adaptive activities with individuals with limb loss and limb difference. 💛

09/05/2025

Join us in celebrating SC superstar Whitney Roe! 👏

As a Surgical Assistant and RN in our Center for Women’s Health, Whitney brings skill, compassion and warmth to every patient she cares for. Her ability to explain treatment plans with knowledge and ease helps patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their care. With countless compliments from patients, it’s clear Whitney makes a lasting difference every day. 💗

09/03/2025

Summer may be winding down, but our Community of Caring is still going strong! 💪✨ Here’s how Springfield Clinic showed up, gave back and celebrated in August! 🥳🎒

08/27/2025

Join us in celebrating SC superstar Sara Althoff! 🌟

As Operations Manager of Strategic Clinical Transformation, Sara shines through her relationship-building, collaboration and humility. She’s known for thinking outside the box, advocating for what’s right and always striving to improve. Today, we’re honored to recognize Sara for her outstanding impact! 🎉

08/22/2025

We are proud to recognize Annalee Adams, Zoi Dunse, Haleigh Meier, Liz Sims, Laney Allen, Jana Watson, Kylie Salmon, Maddison Davis, Zakoya Guest, Holly Edmiston, Brittany Fryman, Hanna Monroe and Tina Ford for completing our CSA Bootcamp and passing their CMA exam! 👏

All 14 participants passed on their first attempt, marking the first time our program has ever had a 100% pass rate since it began in 2022. Congratulations everyone! 💙

08/20/2025

Join us in celebrating SC superstar Nikki Wright! 🥳

As Operations Manager for Springfield Neurology, Nikki is a natural leader who lives out Springfield Clinic’s culture and values every day. No matter how busy she is, she always makes time to support her providers, employees and patients, tackling even the toughest challenges with a smile. Today, we’re proud to recognize Nikki for the true gem she is! 💙

01/06/2025

Due to the weather conditions for Jan. 6, several Springfield Clinic locations have adjusted hours or are closed. Please visit www.springfieldclinic.com/closures or our main page (Springfield Clinic) for an up-to-date and comprehensive list of location closures.

Please remember that Springfield Clinic patients can contact TeleNurse for non-urgent medical issues after hours at 217.528.7541. If you need to cancel your appointment, you can send a message using your athenahealth patient portal. The message will go directly to your provider's office.

Link to comprehensive list of delays/closures: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BegkzWtYD/

12/11/2024

’Tis the season to be flu-free! ☃️ Contact your primary care physician or find a flu shot clinic nearby: https://bit.ly/3sVljdL

11/25/2024

Sniffle-proof your season! 🤧 ❄️ Protect yourself with a flu shot today: https://bit.ly/3sVljdL

11/22/2024

On Thursday, Nov. 21, Springfield Clinic joined the nation in honoring National Rural Health Day—and our team turned green to celebrate! 💚

This year is extra special as it marks 30 years of commitment to rural communities. Our journey began in 1994 with the opening of our first Rural Health Clinic in Hillsboro East. Today, we’ve expanded to 16 Rural Health Clinics, proudly serving over 76,000 patients in the past year.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Here’s to the next 30 years of caring! 🌟

11/14/2024

A shot today keeps the flu away! 💉 Schedule your flu shot and stay healthy: https://bit.ly/3sVljdL

10/24/2024

Flu who? 🤧 Contact your primary care provider or find a flu shot clinic nearby:
https://bit.ly/3sVljdL

08/06/2024

Meet Dr. Sarah Kate Couch, our newest Family Medicine physician at Springfield Clinic Runde! 🌟

After two years volunteering on a hospital ship, Dr. Couch's passion for medicine was solidified. She loves family medicine because, as she says, "When patients come, they'll get someone who really wants to listen to them, get to know them and be a part of their health and life."

Dr. Couch is accepting new patients at Springfield Clinic Runde.

08/01/2024

We are delighted to welcome Sarah Couch, DO, our new Family Medicine doctor at Springfield Clinic Runde! ✨

With a heart shaped by her two years of volunteering experience on a hospital ship, Dr. Couch is dedicated to caring for patients at every stage of life. She is eager to get to know the families in our community and believes in the power of building strong patient relationships. Join us in welcoming Dr. Couch to the Springfield Clinic family!

For those seeking compassionate family care, visit https://bit.ly/3YqEfhz or call 217.857.6481 to schedule an appointment.

05/09/2024

Join us in congratulating Amy Goeckner, Springfield Clinic rural health clinic coordinator, with her recent completion of the Certified Rural Health Clinic Professional Course and Exam through the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC)!

Amy is a registered nurse and has been part of the quality management and rural health team at Springfield Clinic since 2022. She assists our 16 rural health clinics across our region with compliance and reporting.

Amy says, "I am so fortunate to be involved with our rural clinics and bring a better understanding to the importance of why they exist. The overall benefit they bring the the rural communities is outstanding. By being a certified rural health clinic professional, I can feel confident and assured that I am bringing the most of my knowledge to our practices to help them continue to thrive."

05/02/2024

UPDATED (10:50a): This issue has been resolved.

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