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These two words set the tone for same sex couple’s life in Pike County

Two words from her boss – shared nearly four years ago – are etched into the memory and onto the heart of Jenna Maki, Performance Excellence Coordinator at Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield, IL. Jenna is the wife of another Illini employee, Laura Maki, Informatics Analyst. The couple has been together through civil union and then marriage, when it became legal for same sex couples, for 10 years.

Plastic Surgery

If you are considering cosmetic surgery, Blessing’s expert plastic surgery care team can help you determine the right treatment(s)—and provide the best cosmetic result. We offer a wide range of surgical and noninvasive cosmetic options, to treat a…

Family Medicine

Family Medicine Our Family Medicine care providers have the expertise and range of services to best meet the needs of your family’s busy life with convenient locations near you. Our Family Medicine…

Bond between cancer survivor and care team grows stronger with time

There was a time not so long ago when Darla Hobson avoided healthcare. Now, she never misses an appointment thanks to the cancer team at Illini Community Hospital’s Casteel Center.

“Spreading the word” takes a lot longer than spreading a cold

In 2021, the Blessing Express Clinic burst on to the healthcare scene in the Tri-State area, enhancing the care available to people with non-life-threatening illnesses by offering the convenience of drive-through testing and treatment for a variety of conditions.

Man finds the “trip” was not as bad as he thought it would be

You never know who is going to help save your life. “My insurance agent called me and said, ‘You need to go to the doctor now. Your PSA number is off the charts.’”

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Pediatric Hand and Upper Extremity

Arshad Muzaffar, MD, board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Blessing Hospital, brings expertise in a comprehensive range of hand and upper extremity conditions for adults and children. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Pediatric…

Long-time ICU nurse earns two nominations and a DAISY award

Michelle Summy, RN, intensive care unit, became Blessing Hospital’s 107th DAISY award winner during a ceremony on April 17, 2025, for her extraordinary nursing care. She has been an ICU nurse for 37 years and received two nominations leading to her award.

Corporate Integrity Program

Blessing Hospital is proud to maintain a reputation for conducting its affairs in accordance with the highest levels of business ethics and in compliance with applicable laws. This reputation has been achieved and maintained through the integrity…

Blood in Urine

There are many reasons why you may have blood in your urine, including infections, kidney stones or other urologic conditions. At Blessing, we will quickly diagnose the cause of blood in the urine and work with you to figure out the proper treatment.…