The Torch

Men’s Health Month is a time to raise awareness, encourage prevention, and remind the men in our families and communities that their health matters. At Memorial Hospital in Chester, we see every day how small steps like routine checkups and screenings can make a big difference in long-term health. From primary care and preventive screenings to supporting behavioral health services and wellness programs, our team is here to support you at every stage of life.

Memorial Hospital is proud to welcome Physician Assistant Jennifer Sanders, DMSc, PA-C, to our Convenient Care walk-in clinic. She is excited to work in the clinical setting again and looks forward to seeing patients in convenient care when she is available outside of her academic role.

Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that Torrie Davitz, Rural Health Clinic Director, has earned the Certified Rural Health Clinic Professional (CRHCP) credential after completing the National Association for Rural Health Clinic Professional (NARHC) Academy course and testing on October 29, 2025.

With an impressive 45 years of service in Chester, IL, Dr. Krieg has provided compassionate and comprehensive care to countless patients.

A comprehensive guide on some men's health screenings to stay on top of your health game and be a hero to those who care about you.

Memorial Hospital of Chester, IL will be welcoming two new family providers to their Rural Health Clinics in Chester and Steeleville...

It's Heart Health Month, and each year Memorial hosts a Go Red for Women Event. This year’s event was "Take Charge of Your Heart Health."

Starting, February 12, 2024, the RHCs are moving to a paired system to help improve your continuity of care.

Memorial Hospital awarded services awards, recognized retirees for 2023, and named Torrie Davitz the 2023 Isreal D. Newmark Award recipient.

October 30, 2023 was Dr. Stephen Platt’s last day as a Family Healthcare Physician at Memorial Hospital’s Rural Health Clinics.

Memorial Hospital welcomes Cassandra Chambers, Family Nurse Practitioner, to the Rural Health Clinic staff.

Memorial Hospital's Rural Health Clinics are proud to welcome Family Nurse Practitioner, Mindy Dudenbostel to their healthcare team.

Schedule your families’ check-ups today: Chester Clinic 618-826-2388 or Steeleville Family Practice 618-965-3382.

The Chester Clinic and Steeleville Family Practice provide in-office procedures that can be performed during a scheduled doctors visit.

Memorial Hospital would like to congratulate Dr. James Kirkpatrick, M.D. on achieving Board Certification in Geriatric Medicine.

The RMED Program was developed to train and support physicians in rural Illinois. RMED students participate in a curriculum...

Optimizing the use of antibiotics is critical to effectively treat infections, protect patients from harm caused by unnecessary use.

By A.J. Wilhelmi, President & CEO, Illinois Health and Hospital Association and Pat Schou, Executive Director, Illinois Critical Access Hosp

Extended Appointment Hours available at Chester Clinic