Springfield Clinic
Gastroenterology • Springfield, IL • Since 1939
About
Springfield Clinic offers gastroenterology as part of its comprehensive multi-specialty care in central Illinois. With a large network of physicians and advanced services across 80+ specialties, the clinic provides GI care close to home, leveraging in-network insurance, patient portal access, and a focus on high-quality, patient-centered experiences. Key notes: - Large community-based multispecialty clinic (650+ physicians; 3,000+ staff) - Serves 20 Illinois counties; headquartered in Springfield, IL - In-network insurance and patient portal, medical records, and streamlined payer contracting - Founded 1939; private, nonprofit-like community health perspective (active status)
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
800 East Carpenter, Springfield, IL 62769-0002
Phone
(217) 544-6464
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Opening Hours
Open Now • Closes at 5:00 PM
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Do you offer mind-gut therapies or programs for IBS?
Yes, Springfield Clinic Gastroenterology has partnered with SideBy Care to support patients with mind-gut conditions such as IBS and other ongoing digestive issues.
Who will be on my care team for Gut Program?
A dedicated care team that includes a Mind-Gut Specialist, Registered Dietitian and Care Advocate.
Are there locations for gastroenterology services and how can I find directions?
Locations include St. John's Hospital, Mason District Hospital, Springfield Clinic Jacksonville, Lincoln, Main Campus East/West, Peoria, and Surgery Center. Directions can be found via the locations pages.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- WebMD, US News, RateMDs, Yelp: Generally high (e.g., 5/5 on WebMD and US News for specific doctors) (Varies by provider (e.g., 17 ratings for Dr. Kochar, 13 for Dr. Peterson, 108 for Dr. Shuster, 55 total for the clinic on Yelp))
Patients praise
- professional and knowledgeable physicians
- attentive and polite nursing staff
- high quality of clinical care and diagnostic procedures
- clear communication of conditions and treatments
Common complaints
- billing and insurance coverage concerns
- long wait times in the office
- perceived lack of physician bedside manner or post-procedure communication
"Dr Peterson is extremely attentive to patient concerns and willing to discuss options with them... I’m delighted to have been a patient of Dr. Peterson‘s for several years and I am more than satisfied with the care I receive from him and his staff."
— WebMD Review for Dr. William Peterson"I waited over 2 hours in the waiting room to see the doctor for 2 minutes.. acts too busy to see u"
— RateMDs review for Dr. Rajan KocharSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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