Rheumatology | CGH Medical Center
Rheumatology • Dixon, IL • Since 1909
About
CGH Medical Center in Dixon offers comprehensive rheumatology care as part of its broader medical services. The center provides inpatient and outpatient facilities (including a 64-ring CT, MRI, ultrasound, and CAP-accredited lab), plus specialty departments such as pain management and rehabilitation. While the page highlights overall hospital services and associated clinics, it confirms CGH’s capability to support rheumatology patients through integrated outpatient services and access to related care (e.g., physical/occupational therapy, diabetic education, and comprehensive primary and specialty care). For specific rheumatology providers, appointment details, and treatment options, contact CGH’s rheumatology/orthopedics or primary care departments or visit the Dixon campus pages on CGH Medical Center’s site.
Clinic Type
Rheumatology
Address
100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, Illinois 61081, US
Phone
+18156254790
HealthInfor@cghmc.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals: 3.2/5 (for Dr. Ajay Buddaraju)
Patients praise
- Capable and knowledgeable doctors in rheumatology
- Helpful staff in other departments (e.g., pediatric care)
- Compassionate care reported by some patients in other departments
Common complaints
- Impatient, rude, and unhelpful reception staff in rheumatology
- Reports of staff not reading file information and rescheduling appointments to leave early
- General complaints about waiting room privacy concerns in the facility
"The doctors themselves are both capable and knowledgeable, but the reception staff for rheumatology are impatient, rude, and tend to talk over their patients. Multiple cases of not reading file information and rescheduling appointments to 'go home early.'"
— LocalityBiz reviewsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Lauren E. Cecchetti, NP - Nurse Practitioner in Dixon, IL — May 14, 2026
- CGH Medical Center: Expanding Services, Strengthening Care – Shaw Local — Aug 27, 2025
- Dr. Nancy H. Tran, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Sterling, IL — May 14, 2026
- CGH Medical Center announces upcoming adult, pediatric flu shot clinics – Shaw Local — Oct 2, 2025
- Kimberly V. Teats-Garrison - Physician Assistant in Sterling, IL — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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