Summary

Dr. Kristina Potanos is a surgeon who earned her medical degree from the University of Sydney Sydney Medical School. With 19 years of experience in the field, she brings extensive expertise to her surgical practice. Dr. Potanos is fluent in English.

Dr. Potanos practices at SIH General Surgery in Herrin, Illinois, where she focuses on treating conditions affecting the gallbladder and bile ducts. She specializes in managing acute cholecystitis and cholelithiasis, helping patients who experience gallbladder inflammation and gallstones. Her practice also includes treating biliary colic, providing care for patients experiencing abdominal pain related to gallbladder issues.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 19 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Sydney Sydney Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kristina Marie Potanos has 2 locations

SIH General Surgery Herrin

220 S Park Ave Fl 3Herrin, IL 62948

Sih Herrin Hospital

201 S 14th StHerrin, IL 62948

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SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySurgeryPhlebology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
19 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Herrin , ILPaducah , KYCentralia , ILMarion , IL
Med School: University Of Sydney Sydney Medical School Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Baroda Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristina Marie Potanos

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristina Marie Potanos has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristina Marie Potanos has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Kristina Marie Potanos holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Sydney Sydney Medical School in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Potanos' NPI number is 1134393267.

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Dr. Kristina Potanos's office is located at 220 S Park Ave Fl 3, Herrin, IL, 62948.
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