Alton Memorial Hospital
Since 1937, the staff and physicians of Alton Memorial Hospital have provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare services for the people of the River Bend. Through its charitable mission, the hospital works on many fronts to improve the health of the people and communities it serves.
Today, the hospital has grown to a 222-bed, full-service regional medical center that serves patients from a five-county area. It has nearly 900 staff members and is one of the largest employers in the City of Alton. Alton Memorial Hospital is recognized as the local leader in heart care, emergency services, digestive health, sports medicine and more. And the hospital takes great pride in providing the area's most modern medical facility equipped with the latest medical and safety technology.
Alton Memorial operates the area's largest and busiest emergency department, as well as Alton's only hospital-based advanced life support ambulance service. In 2005, the hospital introduced FastER, an urgent care service that treats patients with minor injuries and illnesses - usually in about an hour. FastER, which operates from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, has helped reduced wait times significantly and improved the patient experience.
Alton Memorial Hospital offers some of the most advanced and sophisticated forms of cancer treatment through its state-of-the-art Cancer Care Center. The Cancer Care Center was the first facility in Madison County to offer intensity-modulated radiation therapy and image guided radiotherapy. The hospital also offers a full range of surgical and infusion therapy cancer treatment options. A Cancer Information Center located in the Cancer Care Center offers patients and their loved ones the opportunity to research the latest cancer treatments in comfortable, private setting.
Alton Memorial Hospital is also the leading provider of heart care in the River Bend, offering advanced diagnostic services and treatments such as coronary angioplasty, stent placement, cardiac defibrillator implants and more. In 2006, the hospital opened a second cardiovascular lab to meet growing demand for advanced heart care services.
Comprehensive orthopedic, rehabilitation and sports medicine services are available through the hospital's Human Motion Institute. Human Motion Institute outpatient rehabilitation centers are located in Alton and Glen Carbon. Certified athletic trainers from the hospital provide coverage and care at many area high school and college athletic competitions. Physicians and surgeons on the hospital's medical staff perform advanced surgical and pain management procedures to help patients regain mobility and quality of life.
Alton Memorial Hospital provides a wide range of other services, including the Surgery Center, Family Birth Center, Sleep Disorders Center, Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine, Diabetes Management Center, Memory Disorders Center, Twin Rivers MRI Center, PET CT imaging and the Home Care Pharmacy. Eunice Smith Home, a 64-bed, long-term care facility on the hospital campus, serves the needs of older adults. The facility also houses Memory Lane, a unique residence center that meets the special needs of people with Alzheimer's disease.
A free physician referral service connects residents to doctors on the hospital's medical staff. The public can call 1-800-392-0936 or visit the hospital's Web site. The hospital's medical staff comprises more than 200 skilled physicians and surgeons working in more than 30 specialties.
As part of its mission, Alton Memorial Hospital offers a variety of educational programs and screenings to keep the community healthy. Health fairs, wellness classes and presentations provide helpful information and services for all members of the family.
Quality care and patient safety are of the utmost importance to Alton Memorial Hospital staff and physicians. The hospital was among the first hospitals in the St. Louis area to introduce bar-coding technology that has been shown to improve accuracy in the administration of medications to hospital patients. Alton Memorial also consistently earns high rankings for adhering to evidence-based medical standards that have been shown to reduce infections and improve care for those with heart disease and pneumonia.
Alton Memorial Hospital is now preparing for the future of healthcare in the River Bend. Plans are under way for a 78,000-square-foot building that will feature 76 private patient rooms. Private rooms will enhance patient comfort, help reduce infection risk and improve patient safety. The new facility should open by 2009 and will replace the hospital's historic Smith Wing, which has housed patients since the hospital's opening.
As a member of BJC HealthCare, Alton Memorial Hospital offers a direct link to the world-renowned resources of other BJC facilities, including Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis and St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Saint Anthony's Health Center
From advanced health care technology and home-like birthing suites in the Women's Pavilion to rehabilitative services and supportive living residences for seniors overlooking the Mississippi River, Saint Anthony's Health Center provides quality healthcare for every stage of life.
Saint Anthony's has been rooted in the greater Alton community for more than 80 years. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George, the 229-bed health system operates with two main campuses - Saint Anthony's Hospital and Saint Clare's Hospital. And with a family of related services, River Bend residents count on the compassion and quality care that are unique to Saint Anthony's. The Health Center is home to advanced cancer and heart technology, nationally-certified rehabilitative services, advanced surgical services, the area's premier wound center and an emergency room where health care professionals are committed to treating patients immediately, with compassion that is our hallmark.
Highlights of Health Center services include:
Cancer Center of Excellence:
Through surgical intervention, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, Saint Anthony's cancer care professionals have a proven track record in the treatment of cancer. In fact, The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons awarded Saint Anthony's Cancer Center of Excellence their Approval with Commendation - the only cancer facility in Alton to receive such distinction. With links to national clinical trials and teaching facilities, Saint Anthony's cancer professionals offer the latest in cancer treatments and technology.
Heart Center of Excellence:
Experienced interventional cardiologists on the medical staff of Saint Anthony's Health Center lead a specially trained staff to provide a variety of procedures, from balloon angioplasty, pacemaker implants and implantable defibrillators to stress testing and stent placement. Saint Anthony's Cardiac Rehabilitation features state-of-the-art equipment for individuals seeking rehab after open heart surgery or heart attacks. From diagnosis and treatment to rehab, Saint Anthony's Heart Center of Excellence is here for the area's heart health.
Emergency Department:
Saint Anthony's committment to the community means providing quality care - day and night. At Saint Anthony's Emergency Department, the treatment team includes physicians trained in emergency room care who are committed to seeing patients within 30 minutes or less of arrival, treating them with state-of-the-art technology. In fact, Saint Anthony's Emergency Department is the only emergency department in the area to offer special cardiac technology to quickly and painlessly diagnose congestive heart failure - so treatment can begin immediately. In emergencies, every second counts - area residents count on the unmatched technology and compassion of Saint Anthony's Emergency Department.
Joint Replacement Center: The Joint Replacement Center located at Saint Anthony's Hospital specializes in the care of patients who are having knee or hip replacement surgeries, with a focus on patient education and wellness. A cooperative effort between local orthopedic surgeons and Saint Anthony's health care professionals, the Joint Replacement Center creates a unique and special environment for patients undergoing these commonly performed procedures. Special amenities await those who stay in the Joint Replacement Center, including private rooms, room service, hair styling, and a few other pleasant surprises during their hospital stays.
Women's Pavilion: Since 1988, more than 8,000 area babies have been welcomed into the world by experienced physicians and Mission Partners of Saint Anthony's Women's Pavilion. Nationally ranked in the 99 percentile in patient satisfaction, Saint Anthony's Women's Pavilion staff demonstrates that caring for patients is at the top of their list. The pavilion prides itself in family-centered maternity care - a recently renovated unit provides a home-like, cheerful atmosphere for our birthing families. Mothers labor, deliver, and have their post-partum period in the same room that is like home. Families and friends of parents are welcome to visit. Saint Anthony's Women Pavilion wants to be sure that this lifetime blessed event is a truly memorable experience.
Rehabilitative Center of Excellence:
With a focus on quality patient care delivered with skill and compassion, the specially trained rehabilitative team of Saint Anthony's Health Center has earned national recognition through CARF - the Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission. As the area's only hospital-based CARF-accredited program, the inpatient unit recently expanded to 21 beds, providing first-rate rehabilitation to area residents with strokes, traumatic brain injuries, amputations and a variety of orthopedic conditions.
Saint Clare's Villa: Be sure to check out Saint Clare's Villa, the area's only hospital-based supportive living facility for seniors who need some health care assistance, located at 915 East Fifth Street in Alton, overlooking the mighty Mississippi River. Located inside of Saint Clare's Hospital on the second through fifth floors, Saint Clare's Villa offers lovely studio and one-bedroom apartments for senior citizens. Residents enjoy three meals a day in a spacious dining facility, as well as weekly laundry and housekeeping service. Lots of social events and weekly entertainment keep the residents motivated and active!
For more information about Saint Anthony's Health Center, call 618-465-2264 or visit our Web site.
