Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants

10/21/2026

10/21/2026

Prairie Cardiovascular and HSHS Medical Group welcome Meredith Flamm, PA-C, to Prairie Cardiovascular-Carbondale at 409 West Oak St.

Flamm specializes in general cardiology, helping you manage conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart failure and heart rhythm concerns. Whether you need ongoing heart care or are seeing a cardiologist for the first time, she is ready to support you.

A Southern Illinois native, Flamm earned her physician assistant training at SIU School of Medicine. She believes the best care starts with listening, building trust and helping you understand your heart health, so you feel confident in every decision.

Experienced cardiology care is now available close to home in Carbondale. To find out more about Prairie Cardiovascular-Carbondale, visit hshs.org/heart.

10/01/2026

UPDATE (10/6): The widespread MyChart access issue has been resolved. The MyChart and MyHSHS apps on Android devices are now fully functional.

We are aware of a widespread MyChart access issue impacting anyone who uses the MyChart or MyHSHS app on an Android device. While MyChart works on a fix, MyChart and MyHSHS are still accessible via:
✅ The MyChart/MyHSHS app on Apple devices
✅Any internet browser at www.myHSHS.org
👉🏻 This also means anyone who can only access the internet via an Android device can go to the internet browser on that device and type in www.myHSHS.org to access.

09/30/2026

What is cardiac ablation?

Cardiac ablation uses energy to block irregular electrical signals and restore a typical heartbeat. The procedure is used to correct heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), such as AFib.

If you're experiencing symptoms or have concerns about your heart, don’t wait to seek care. Act now: https://www.hshs.org/heart/services/rhythm.

09/28/2026

Prairie Cardiovascular and HSHS Medical Group welcome L. Graham Rucker, MD, to Prairie Cardiovascular-O’Fallon at 3 St. Elizabeth's Blvd.

Dr. Rucker is a vascular surgeon who helps patients with poor circulation, leg swelling, carotid and aortic disease. He offers both open and minimally invasive procedures to restore healthy blood flow.

He believes in clear communication, listening and working with you and your family to make informed decisions about your care.

Advanced vascular care is now available close to home in the O'Fallon community. Call (618) 233-6044 to schedule or visit hshs.org/heart.

09/25/2026

Adding more lifesaving resources to our communities. ❤️

Ten local organizations received automated external defibrillators (AEDs) through the HSHS St. John's Foundation Community AED Program, helping more people be prepared to respond when sudden cardiac arrest happens.

Thank you to the McGraw family, our donors and all of the organizations working to make our communities safer and better prepared. From churches and schools to athletic organizations and public safety, these AEDs will be there when every second counts.

Bible Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Celebration Community Church
Mary Bryant Home For the Blind and Visually Impaired
Southern View Police Department
Springfield First Seventh-day Adventist Church
Fans of Springfield Shamrocks Baseball & Softball
St Paul's Lutheran Church
Unity Christian School
Warbirds Travel Baseball
Zion Lutheran School

Read more: https://www.hshs.org/heart/news/10-local-organizations-receive-live-saving-aeds-through-hshs-st-john%E2%80%99s-foundation

09/24/2026

September is AFib Awareness Month. Prairie Cardiovascular cardiologist Dr. Murphy shares important information about AFib, treatments, and tips for a healthy heart.

Thanks to WAND News for partnering with us to help spread awareness of AFib.

Learn more about Prairie Cardiovascular AFib services here: www.hshs.org/heart/services/rhythm

09/16/2026

What is Atrial Fibrillation (Afib)?

AFib is the most common type of heart arrhythmia, when the heart beats irregularly, disrupting the flow of blood between the upper and lower chambers. Left untreated, AFib can lead to stroke or heart failure.

If you're experiencing symptoms or have concerns about your heart, don’t wait to seek care. During , take the opportunity to learn more and act now: https://www.hshs.org/heart/services/rhythm.

09/11/2026

25 years later, the call to serve remains.

On September 11, 2001, first responders showed the world what courage looks like. Today, we honor the men and women in our own community who carry that same spirit of service. Those running toward emergencies, caring for those in need and protecting our neighbors when they need it most.

To our local first responders: We see your service. We honor your sacrifice. We are grateful for you.

08/23/2026

Don’t miss your chance to walk, connect and celebrate heart health! Registration for the Powered by Prairie Walk and Health Fair closes Sept. 5.

Choose a 2K or 5K course, invite your family and friends, and join us Sept. 12 at Southwind Park in Springfield. Register today at prairieheart.org/walk.