Health Services

Saint Francis offers a broad range of services separate from our major departments. From diabetes education to sleep disorders, laboratory and nutrition services, our highly skilled doctors, nurses, and staff members are here to care for you. In addition to providing state-of-the-art healthcare, Saint Francis Healthcare...

Infusion Center The Saint Francis Infusion Center provides cancer care and chemotherapy treatments from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. However, we are also able to accommodate your needs if you require after-hours care. The Center is staffed by oncology certified nurses who have been...

Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services in Cape Girardeau Saint Francis’ Outpatient Rehabilitation Services offers comprehensive and coordinated programs for adults and children in a state-of-the-art, medically integrated facility (featuring three swimming pools) at the Health and Wellness Center. Members of the interdisciplinary treatment team work together to develop...

What is Palliative Care? If you or someone you love is seriously ill, Saint Francis Healthcare System has a special program to help: the Palliative Care Program. Palliative care is a type of medical care aimed at relieving suffering and improving the quality of life for...

Safe Sitter The Education Center at Saint Francis Medical Center offers Safe Sitter classes throughout the year. Designed for boys and girls ages 11 to 13, the program teaches sitters: How to have fun with children How to recognize a medical emergency and take appropriate actions Injury prevention and...

Many community resources are available that offer support to parents in Cape Girardeau, Jackson, Scott City, and other areas in southeast Missouri, including: Answers to Parenting Questions Cape Girardeau Public Library, 573-334-5279 Generations Family Resource Center, 573-651-5825 Jackson Public Library, 573-243-8141 Lutheran Family and Children’s Services...

What is Parkinson's Disease? Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the nervous system caused by the decay of dopamine-producing brain cells. Symptoms of Parkinson's disease include trembling hands, lack of facial expression and character in speech, as well as slower and more uncoordinated walking. Diagnosis We use several...

Through their affiliation with Saint Francis Healthcare System, our experienced, dedicated pediatric team has the resources to provide the highest quality care to infants, children and young adults. We are called to serve the children in our communities. These providers play a very important role in...

Discover unparalleled pharmacy services at Saint Francis Healthcare System. At the Healing Arts Pharmacy, experience full-service care with easy online prescription refills and curbside pickup. Saint Francis Pharmacy Poplar Bluff offers comprehensive services with drive-thru convenience. Saint Francis Specialty Pharmacy provides convenient options for specialty...

Saint Francis Medical Center opened the new Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in December of 2013. The updated unit is part of the Medical Center's Building on Excellence expansion and renovation project. The new space offers individual rooms, reflecting best practices in neonatology,...

At the Saint Francis Medical Center Family BirthPlace, we believe that offering the right care begins with the right information. We are here to help you through the entire process, from pregnancy to childbirth, to make sure you and your baby are healthy and safe. From...

The Level III NICU at Saint Francis Medical Center offers leading-edge treatments for various disorders related to premature infants and newborns, including: Apnea A period of 15–20 seconds when your baby doesn’t breathe, usually related to prematurity. Birth Defects A condition present at birth resulting in an abnormal structure,...

Leading-Edge Infant Care in Cape Girardeau Caring for premature infants and newborns in a state-of-the-art facility, the highly trained staff in the Level III NICU at Saint Francis Medical Center provides advanced treatments and procedures, including: Antibiotics Drugs used to treat a suspected or identified bacterial infection. Most...

The healthcare you receive during pregnancy is important for the overall well-being of you and your baby. Expecting mothers who follow prenatal care guidelines supplied by their healthcare providers often deliver healthier babies. Some guidelines for prenatal care: Schedule an appointment with your obstetrician/gynecologist for an...

Our primary care doctors get to know your history, your story and provide personalized care for the whole you — mind, body and spirit. When you are sick, you do not have to wait to get the care you need. Our same-day appointments are available virtually and...

Our primary care doctors in Cape Girardeau and Jackson get to know your history, your story and provide personalized care for the whole you — mind, body and spirit. When you are sick, you do not have to wait to get the care you need. Our...

Our primary care doctors in Poplar Bluff, Piedmont and Dexter get to know your history, your story and provide personalized care for the whole you — mind, body and spirit. When you are sick, you do not have to wait to get the care you need....

Our primary care doctors in Sikeston, Scott City, Charleston and East Prairie get to know your history, your story and provide personalized care for the whole you — mind, body and spirit. When you are sick, you do not have to wait to get the care...

Prostate Cancer Facts Prostate cancer is the most common cancer for men. One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some time in their lives. Prostate cancer is an uncontrolled malignant growth of cells in the prostate gland. This gland helps control urination...

Getting You Back to Living Life to the Fullest Rehabilitation services at Saint Francis Medical Center rival those offered elsewhere in the region. As the leading rehabilitation facility between St. Louis and Memphis, Saint Francis offers a complete continuum of care. Comprehensive rehabilitation management includes inpatient...