Joshua Croland, MD, followed his parents' footsteps in joining the medical field with his father being an optician and his mother being a nurse."I like talking to people, and that is 95% of OB/GYN," says Dr. Croland. "Talking to people about their care, working with them and developing that patient relationship is where it is for me."Dr. Croland earned his... Read More about Joshua A. Croland, MD

Board certified in general surgery, Dr. Eric Cox received his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria. Dr. Cox's practice runs the breadth of general surgery providing services ranging from cancer care to hernia repairs. Dr. Cox makes it a priority to get to... Read More about Eric M. Cox, MD, FACS

Dr. Garcia is one of only three providers in the Peoria area that offers minimally invasive, robotic procedures. She places special emphasis on empowering women to take charge of their health, and her patients describe her as both caring and collaborative. She says one of the best parts of her job is working hand in hand with patients as a... Read More about Xochitl L. Garcia, MD, FACOG, MIGS

Dr. Crawford attended the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Louisville, Ky., for his medical degree. He was a pioneer in robotic surgery starting in 2002 and built the robotics curriculum for resident physicians at University of Illinois in Peoria starting in 2004.Dr. Crawford completed his fellowship in minimally invasive surgery when it was brand new in 1998.Top Areas of... Read More about David L. Crawford, MD, FACS

Dr. Hopping's interest in the field of medicine began during hospital visits with his grandmother, who was ill with lupus. Growing up doing carpentry and other jobs that required work with his hands, Dr. Hopping felt that surgery was a good fit for his future. He completed his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, followed... Read More about Jacob R. Hopping, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Reuben Valenzuela, MD, provides care with the Neurology Department at Springfield Clinic Peoria. "After a short time in medical school, I knew I wanted to specialize in neurology." says Dr. Valenzuela. Dr. Valenzuela earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. He completed his neurology residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria (UICOMP).... Read More about Reuben M. Valenzuela, MD

Jeffrey R. Ruskusky, DPM, FACFAS, developed an interest in the medical field as a child who frequently required medical care. He knew he wanted to help people in the same way he had been helped.His family ties drew him to the podiatry specialty. "My dad was a podiatrist, and as I got older, my interest grew," he says. "Once I... Read More about Jeffrey R. Ruskusky, DPM, FACFAS

Gabor Matos, MD, is a part of the Springfield Clinic's Cardiology Department with over twenty years of experience providing cardiovascular care in central Illinois.Dr. Matos earned his medical degree from the University of Pécs Medical School in Pécs, Hungary. He completed both his internal medicine residency and a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Ill.Gaining exposure... Read More about Gabor F. Matos, MD

Gretchen Evans, DPM, was drawn to podiatry after attending a health care seminar where she met and later shadowed with podiatrists in the community."I was pleasantly surprised by the additional opportunities podiatry has to offer," she says, "particularly diabetic foot care and limb salvage."Dr. Evans earned her medical degree from Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Iowa.... Read More about Gretchen M. Evans, DPM, FACFAS

Colleen Silva, MD, provides care with Springfield Clinic’s Dermatology Department and sees patients in the Peoria area at a new facility, Springfield Clinic Peoria Allen (9010 North Allen Rd.).Dr. Silva earned her medical degree from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Fla., and completed her dermatology residency at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center & College of Medicine in... Read More about Colleen F. Silva, MD

Hayley Ralph, MD, provides care with the Springfield Clinic's Family Medicine Department and sees patients at Springfield Clinic Peoria North Knoxville.Dr. Ralph earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford. She completed her residency at Saint Louis University School of Medicine in O'Fallon, Ill.Dr. Ralph knew she wanted to be doctor ever since she was... Read More about Hayley A. Ralph, MD

Michael Romanelli, MD, provides care with the Springfield Clinic's Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Department and sees patients at Springfield Clinic Peoria Heights.Dr. Romanelli earned his medical degree and completed his plastic surgery residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield. He completed an aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship at Core Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, Alabama.For Dr. Romanelli, plastic surgery... Read More about Michael R. Romanelli, MD

Originally interested in basic science research, Dr. Ewbank decided in college that a career in medicine would more directly impact people’s lives for the better. “Immunology is a fascinating science that underlies numerous diseases. With targeted treatment plans we can make a dramatic difference in people’s lives,” she says. “Patients with asthma, for example, often settle for living at a... Read More about Penelope A. Ewbank, MD

Emily McLaughlin, MD, provides care with the Women's Health team and sees patients at our TCM at Springfield Clinic Peoria Women's Health location.Dr. McLaughlin earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.Dr. McLaughlin was inspired by her family to pursue the medical... Read More about Emily K. McLaughlin, MD

After witnessing his younger sister's battle with leukemia when he was a child, Dr. Fischer knew he wanted to be a doctor. He attended Southern Illinois University School of Medicine for medical school and completed his general surgery residency at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, Calif.One of Newsweek's 2025 America's Leading DoctorsNewsweek has named Dr. Justin Fischer to its America’s Leading... Read More about Justin L. Fischer, MD, FACS, FASCRS

Dr. Tsoraides received his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) where he also completed a graduate degree and general surgery residency. He then completed a colon and rectal surgery postgraduate residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. He now serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery and Chief of Colorectal Surgery at UICOMP.One... Read More about Steven S. Tsoraides, MD, MPH, FACS, FASCRS

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