Starting in July 2011, Mid Illini Surgical Associates will begin seeing bariatric patients at our office on the 5th floor of the Atrium building! For more information or an appointment, call 309-672-5975!

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Another benefit of laparoscopic surgery is that incisions do not tear by straining, as can happen with larger incisions performed in standard surgery. Still, surgery cannot always be performed laparoscopically. Sometimes the gallbladder causes pain without evidence of stones because the stone has been passed out of the gallbladder, becoming lodged lower down in the duct. This can cause jaundice or pancreatitis and potentially severe side effects. If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, we urge you to be evaluated by your doctor promptly.Dr. Brian Heywood

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The good news is that patients now have numerous treatment options that have not been available in the past. If you are worried about whether you or a loved one is developing varicose veins, please either call or have your primary healthcare provider refer you to a vein care specialist.Dr. Scott Reid is a surgeon at Mid Illini Surgical Associates and specializes in the treatment of varicose veins and vascular diseases.  He also currently serves on the Board of Directors at Methodist Medical Center.

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