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Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has expanded its gastroenterology practice with the addition of Stephanie Mickley, a board-certified advanced practice registered nurse. Mickley joins Dr. Afreen Hyder at Morris Hospital Gastroenterology Specialists, located at 151 W. High Street in Morris.
Mickley will provide care for patients experiencing a range of digestive health issues such as abdominal pain, heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, irregular bowel movements, and hemorrhoids. She also treats more complex conditions including Barrett’s esophagus, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and lymphocytic colitis.
With over 27 years of nursing experience—14 of which have been focused on gastroenterology—Mickley became a certified nurse practitioner in 2020 and has continued to work in her chosen specialty.
“I chose gastroenterology because I truly enjoy helping people get to the root of their pain or discomfort,” said Mickley. “I spent many years working in critical care before transitioning to GI, and what I find most fascinating are the underlying factors that affect gut health. Nutrition plays a major role in gastrointestinal issues, and my job is to help patients identify where their symptoms stem from and improve their health.”
Mickley holds a Master’s degree in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Loyola University. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Rush University and also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from Dominican University in River Forest, Illinois.
For those with symptoms such as abdominal pain or discomfort, heartburn, difficulty swallowing, acid reflux, bloating or excess gas, constipation or diarrhea, blood in stool, irregular bowel movements, or unexplained weight changes, Mickley encourages seeking medical attention.
“I want people to know that there is so much we can do to help with gastrointestinal and digestive issues,” said Mickley. “I understand people can feel shy when discussing symptoms with a provider, but there’s no reason to feel embarrassed. We ask questions to help get us closer to addressing the symptoms and helping patients return to normal.”
Appointments can be scheduled by calling 815-941-9320. More information is available at morrishospital.org/gastro.
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers serves patients across 29 locations through its main hospital facility with 89 beds and physician offices throughout Braidwood, Channahon, Diamond-Coal City, Dwight, Gardner, Marseilles, Mazon, Minooka, Morris, Newark, Ottawa, and Seneca.
