We are fortunate to live in an area that has the charm of small town living, but the convenience of nearby first class health care. In our community, Waterloo has several excellent health care providers, as well as a surgical center and a dialysis center. Waterloo also has an excellent EMS service, provided by the Monroe County Ambulance Service.
Additionally, our two closest hospitals are both within 30 minutes driving distance. The Red Bud Regional Hospital is 13 miles to the South of Waterloo, and St. Anthony’s Medical Center, is only 20 miles from Waterloo.
Monroe County Surgical Center
501 Hamacher St., Waterloo
(618) 939-1001
Monroe County Ambulance Service
901 IL Ave., Waterloo
(618) 939-6175
Fresenius Kidney Care
624 Voris Jost Dr., Waterloo
1-800-881-5101
Red Bud Regional Hospital
325 Spring St., Red Bud
(618) 282-5172
St. Anthony’s Medical Center
10010 Kennerly Rd., St. Louis
(314) 525-1000
Red Bud Regional Hospital
With a rich history spanning from 1900, Red Bud Regional Hospital continues to be a staple for comprehensive medical care in the local community. Today, Red Bud Regional is comprised of a 25-bed hospital, 115-bed nursing home and multiple physician clinics. As one of the largest employers in the community, Red Bud Regional employs over 350 staff members, many of which are long term citizens from Monroe and Randolph Counties. The hometown connection means that the Hospital staff members get the privilege of providing quality care to their friends, family members and neighbors. This lends a deal of comfort to many patients who may be worried about their upcoming surgery, waiting anxiously for test results or unsure of the local health care options available to them. A friendly, familiar face and encouraging word can make all the difference. Fortunately, the Team at Red Bud Regional Hospital can often be that to its patients and its community.
Red Bud Regional Hospital’s mission is to provide safe, compassionate care. With it’s Chest Pain Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology, Red Bud Regional has achieved a higher level of expertise to care for patients who arrive with heart attacks symptoms. Also designated as a Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health, it means that they have complied with stringent criteria in providing emergency care for stroke patients. All this, plus specialists in Gastroenterology and General Surgery means they are at their best when you need them most.
Your health and the health of your family is your top priority. No one wants to be sick. But when the time comes, no matter the situation, feel confident that Red Bud Regional Hospital is your local health care resource.