Summary

Dr. Robert Parks is an internal medicine physician with expertise in family medicine and geriatric medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at Appalachian Regional Hospital. With over six decades of medical practice, Dr. Parks has developed extensive experience caring for patients across all age groups, with particular focus on older adults and their unique healthcare needs.

Dr. Parks practices at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital and Crossroads Community Hospital, both located in Mount Vernon, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with Franklin Hospital District. He specializes in treating conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and high blood pressure. His practice includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs for patients, along with providing chronic wound care services. Patients have given Dr. Parks an average rating of 3.8 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 61 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • Appalachian Regional Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Joseph Parks has 2 locations

Crossroads Community Hospital

8 Doctors Park RdMount Vernon, IL 62864

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3.8 
61 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Mount Vernon , ILNEW LENOX , ILMarion , ILCentralia , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Joseph Parks

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Joseph Parks has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Joseph Parks has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Hot Flashes
  • Immunization
  • Menopause
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

61 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Appalachian Regional Hospital

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1965

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Parks affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Parks is affiliated with Franklin Hospital District.

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