General surgeon, Dr. Malcolm A. Schulz

Marshall Browning Hospital Welcomes New Surgeon

Du Quoin, Illinois - November 20, 2015 - Marshall Browning Hospital in Du Quoin is pleased to welcome our new general surgeon, Dr. Malcolm A. Schulz, to Marshall Browning Hospital beginning November 30.

Dr. Schulz received his Doctorate of Medicine from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. He completed his residency in general surgery at Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, West Virginia where he was Chief Resident. He completed a Fellowship in Trauma/Critical Care at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Dr. Schulz will provide surgical services at Marshall Browning Hospital for a broad range of medical and surgical conditions including cholecystectomy, small/large bowel surgery, hernia repair, reflux surgery, upper and lower endoscopy, treatment of hemorrhoidal disease and carpal tunnel release.

"We are very excited to bring high-quality, personalized care to the patients in Perry County," said Dan Eaves, CEO. "Dr. Schulz is a very experienced, board certified general surgeon who is fellowship trained in surgical critical care and trauma. He shares our philosophy in providing compassionate care to our community. Patients will have access to surgeries that they may have previously had to travel out of town to receive."

Individuals interested in having their surgical procedure done at Marshall Browning Hospital are encouraged to request a referral from their primary care physician or they may call the clinic directly for an appointment. Appointments with Dr. Schulz may be made by calling Marshall Browning Hospital at 618-542-1045.