SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine | Decatur
Geriatrics • Decatur, IL • Since 1970
About
Summary: SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine in Decatur is part of SIU School of Medicine, a Springfield-based educational and clinical system. The Decatur location offers family medicine services and is listed among SIU Medicine’s six U.S. offices. The broader SIU Medicine organization, founded in 1970, includes multiple departments, centers, and community programs across several locations in Illinois, with a focus on education, research, and clinical care. Current roles and job postings indicate active clinical and academic activities at the Decatur site.
Clinic Type
Geriatrics
Address
102 W. Kenwood Ave., Decatur, IL 62526
Phone
217-872-3800
foundation@siumed.edu
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What care does the SIU Center for Family Medicine Decatur provide?
It covers a broad spectrum of care for all ages, genders, and diseases; providers coordinate care, act as advocates, and refer to specialists and community resources.
What is the FQHC status of the center?
The SIU Center for Family Medicine Decatur is designated as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a governing board of patients and community members.
What services are offered by SIU Center for Family Medicine Decatur?
Family medicine covers a broad spectrum of care for all ages, all genders, and every kind of disease, with care coordination and referrals to specialists, as well as community resources.
What population does the center serve?
Entire families, with a focus on low income and uninsured patients via FQHC status.
Is the center designated as an FQHC?
Yes, the SIU Center for Family Medicine Decatur is designated as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 5.0 out of 5 stars (3 reviews)
- WebMD: No ratings available (0 reviews)
Patients praise
- praise for individual providers (e.g., Physician Assistants)
- thorough and attentive care reported by some patients
- appreciation for staff professionalism
Common complaints
- reports of long-term poor experiences with the practice
"PA AMBER GARWOOD IS ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. SHE GIVES SO MUCH INFORMATION AND IS ALWAYS ON TOP OF THINGS. SHE TAKES TIME DURING APPOINTMENTS TO ANSWER QUESTIONS AND ADDRESS CONCERNS."
— Birdeye review for Siu Family Physicians of Decatur"After dealing with these jokers for 13 years I finally had enough a few weeks ago. I have had nothing but bad experiences with this Dr. office."
— Yelp review for SIU Family Physicians of DecaturSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- SIU Medicine expands specialty care in Decatur | Aspects — May 21, 2026
- SIU Medicine expands commitment to Decatur with new multispecialty clinic | Aspects — Oct 20, 2025
- SIU Medicine Decatur ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, May 19 | Aspects — May 13, 2026
- SIU Medicine expanding commitment to Decatur with new clinic | News | wandtv.com — Oct 21, 2025
- Newly renovated SIU Medicine facility opens in Decatur IL | Local News | wandtv.com — May 19, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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