Orthopedic Surgery - Galena - Midwest Medical Center
Orthopedics • Galena, IL • Since 2007
About
Summary: Midwest Medical Center in Galena, IL is a nonprofit healthcare system offering comprehensive services including behavioral health, rehabilitation, pharmacy, fitness programs, classes, and athlete performance support. They emphasize quality, compassionate care with multiple locations (6 offices, primarily in Galena and Elizabeth) and a modern facility with short ER wait times. For orthopedic surgery specifically in Galena, MMSC is positioned as a regional provider, though no explicit orthopedic surgery detail is listed in the highlights. Contact options include main phone numbers and the Galena HQ to inquire about orthopedic services.
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
1 Medical Center Drive Galena, IL 61036
Phone
815-777-1340
jkeeffer@midwestmedicalcenter.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- U.S. News & World Report (for Dr. William J. Farrell): 5/5 (based on 87 reviews) (87 reviews)
- Various hospital rating services: 89-97% recommendation rate (for the hospital) (N/A)
Patients praise
- Personable and approachable provider demeanor
- Praised surgical skills
- High patient recommendation rates for the hospital
- Staff described as kind, considerate, and caring
- Effective communication and thorough explanations from doctors
Common complaints
- One patient review expressed dissatisfaction with the outcome of two procedures
"Dr. Farrell and his staff provided me with the best care I could possibly hope for. They were kind, considerate, concerned and very caring. I never felt rushed."
— Vitals review for Dr. William J. Farrell"I saw Dr Farrell for knee pain. Spent time with me and answered all my questions... Talking with him made me optimistic in terms of feeling better right away and I did."
— Vitals review for Dr. William J. FarrellSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Improving rural health care takes financing — and creativity — Aug 7, 2025
- Our Town Galena: Two big projects could have a lasting impact on the city — Aug 7, 2025
- Galena hospital plans free workshop on healthy eating during holiday season | Tri-state News | telegraphherald.com — Nov 11, 2025
- Galena hospital to host information sessions on lymphedema, edema | Tri-state News | telegraphherald.com — Jun 9, 2026
- Senior Resource Center adds programs in Galena — Feb 27, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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