Health Services

Bone Cancer Although many forms of bone cancer originate with different types of cancer, the primary forms of bone cancer include malignant fibrous histiocytoma, osteosarcoma, and Ewing sarcoma. Our state-of-the art PET F18 Bone Survey can help detect the presence of bone cancer.  Brain Cancer Tumors in the...

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...

The Family BirthPlace at Saint Francis Medical Center offers an array of rewarding childbirth education classes for every step of your journey. Whether this is your first baby or you have experienced the miracle of childbirth before, our step-by-step pregnancy, childbirth and baby classes will...

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...

Saint Francis Medical Center 24-Hour Inpatient Pharmacy Saint Francis Medical Center’s 24-hour inpatient pharmacy makes filling prescriptions more convenient for patients. All our staff members are familiar with patients’ prescription histories to ensure safety and the highest level of personal service. Taking care of our patients...

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...

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...