Patient Experiences

Erik and Sharla Hemann

Erik and Sharla Hemann saw Dr. Matthew Smith of Lincoln Surgical Associates about their acid reflux symptoms. Although their diagnoses were different, Erik and Sharla appreciate that Dr. Smith is very thorough in his testing and always explores non-surgical options first. Check out how Dr. Smith changed the Hemann's lives.

Cyndi Hasenstab

In December 2013, Cyndi Hasenstab felt a lump in her right breast. She was on a ski trip with her family, and the day after Christmas she discovered the lump. Her doctor’s physician assistant thought it could be a fluid-filled cyst but wanted to have it looked at. Read more of Cyndi's story.

Renee Hazen

When Renee found a lump in her breast, she was referred to Dr. Michael Bergom. Renee said that Dr. Bergom made sure she fully understood her diagnosis and helped coordinate her care with a plastic surgeon for her reconstruction. "If you want to feel taken care of...that's where you want to go," Renee said. Watch her story.

Courtney Keefe

When Courtney discovered a lump near her armpit, she knew the only surgeon she could trust with her care was Lincoln Surgical Associates' Dr. Douglas Aach. Thanks to Dr. Aach, Courtney felt guided every step of the way through her breast cancer journey. Check out her story.

Alan Sheppard

Alan Sheppard, a 67-year-old retired accountant and CFO from Collinsville, was having problems swallowing. His throat issue helped diagnose a deadly colon cancer, which was treated laparoscopically. Read more of Alan's story as he talks about his quick recovery from cancer and how Lincoln Surgical helped him feel better than he has in years.

Jennifer Spengler

Jennifer went to eight or nine doctors before her primary care provider referred her to Lincoln Surgical Associates' Dr. Deirdre Hart for a colon issue. Dr. Hart performed a colonoscopy and found a large mass in Jennifer's colon. Throughout her treatment, Dr. Hart made Jennifer feel comfortable with a straightforward, honest, and hands-on approach to her care and recovery. See what else Jennifer likes about Dr. Hart:

Keith Cornelius

Keith ended up in the emergency room after a diverticulitis flare-up. Dr. Kevin Barnett performed emergency surgery and a colostomy to save Keith's life. Later, Dr. Lance Hale helped get Keith back on his feet after a colostomy reversal. See how Lincoln Surgical's skilled surgeons changed Keith's life.

Ken Kubicek

Ken Kubicek first met Dr. D. Scott Crouch when he needed emergency cholecystectomy two years ago. During the surgery, Dr. Crouch noticed the herniation and addressed it before it affected his active lifestyle. Learn more about Ken's proactive surgical case.

Russell Phillips

When Russell had complications from a colon resection, he was treated in the hospital by Dr. Paul Loethen. Russell didn't meet the doctor until he was in rehab after surgery, and he considers it a miracle that Dr. Loethen was on call that day. Watch as Russell shares the emotional story of how Dr. Loethen saved his life.

Angie Eckert

The pain Angie felt in her chest was close enough to her heart that she made the smart decision to go to the emergency room. Thankfully, the problem wasn't her heart but her gallbladder. She was referred to Dr. Kevin Barnett for her care. Angie commends Dr. Barnett for developing a clear plan for her gallbladder surgery and recovery. Watch her story to see what else she appreciates about Dr. Barnett.

Retha Turner

Just weeks after her husband had hernia repair surgery, Retha was facing the same diagnosis. She wanted to see the same surgeon who had treated her husband, Dr. D. Scott Crouch, of Lincoln Surgical Associates. See the many reasons she chose Dr. Crouch.