Orthopedics at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
Orthopedic Surgery • Effingham, IL • Since 1875
About
Orthopedics at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham offers bone and joint care as part of a comprehensive health program. The facility is associated with Prairie Heart Institute and includes specialized services related to orthopedics, surgery, and overall musculoskeletal health, integrated with other hospital departments such as wound healing, interventional pain management, and women’s services. If you’re seeking orthopedic care in Effingham, this hospital provides a local option within the HSHS system.
Clinic Type
Orthopedic Surgery
Address
Orthopedics, HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital
Phone
217-540-2350
helpdesk@hshs.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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FAQs
What services are offered by Orthopedics at St. Anthony’s?
A full range of medical and surgical joint care including minimally invasive techniques.
Is there certification for joint replacement at this hospital?
Yes, Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- U.S. News & World Report (Orthopedic Surgeons at hospital): 4.6 / 5 (orthopedic patient experience rating) (79 reviews)
- Birdeye: 3.7 / 5 (323 reviews)
- MedicalRecords.com: 3.2 / 5 (45 reviews)
Patients praise
- professional and kind nursing staff in certain departments
- thorough and efficient care experienced by some patients in emergency settings
- praise for specific individual physicians' expertise and bedside manner
- facility cleanliness and environment
Common complaints
- long wait times in the emergency room
- perceived unprofessional or dismissive attitude from some staff and physicians
- frustration with communication regarding treatment plans and patient history
- instances of perceived impersonal care
"John was super knowledgeable, very personable, and honest. He is one of the best doctors I've ever had the privilege of meeting, and I would highly recommend..."
— Healthgrades"The nurses are super and the x ray tech was really sweet, however the doctor could care less... It was like he could of care less..."
— Birdeye"This hospital is a joke. The staff are very rude and hateful towards anyone who tries to give them information about their health issues... I will not be coming here again."
— MedicalRecords.comSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Welcomed to HSHS Medical Group - Effingham's News and Sports Leader, 979XFM and KJ Country 102.3 — Jul 30, 2025
- HSHS St. Anthony’s Center For Pediatric Therapy Celebrates Opening With Official Ribbon Cutting | Effingham Radio — Nov 20, 2025
- HSHS St. Anthony’s Center for Pediatric Therapy Celebrates Opening with Official Ribbon Cutting – Effingham County Chamber — Nov 14, 2025
- HSHS St. Anthony’s Rehabilitation And Wellness Now Offering New Therapy To Help Patients Breathe, Sleep And Speak Better | Effingham Radio — Aug 31, 2025
- HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Invites Community to Explore New Center for Pediatric Therapy at Open House – Effingham County Chamber — Nov 14, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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