Summary

Dr. Winston Townsend is an internal medicine and emergency medicine physician who brings over three decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and has been serving patients for 33 years. Dr. Townsend speaks English and provides comprehensive care across both internal medicine and emergency settings.

Dr. Townsend practices at several locations throughout Springfield, Illinois, including Saint Johns Hospital and Memorial Medical Center. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies that require immediate attention. His clinical skills include performing complete blood counts and kidney function tests to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 33 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Winston Joseph Townsend has 4 locations

Hshs Medical Group Priority Care South Macarthur

1836 S MacArthur BlvdSpringfield, IL 62704
Mon7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sun7:00 am - 9:00 pm

Saint Johns Hospital

800 E Carpenter StSpringfield, IL 62769

Memorial Medical Center

701 N 1st StSpringfield, IL 62781

Priority Care South MacArthur

1836 South MacArthur BlvdSpringfield, IL 62704

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Dr. Winston Joseph Townsend, MDDr. Firas Aubeid, MD, MBA, FACPDr. Dominic Lee PhemisterDr. Rebecca Seeger Tracy
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineEmergency MedicineEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.6 
33 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Springfield , ILNEW LENOX , ILCarbondale , ILSpringfield , IL
Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Winston Joseph Townsend

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - HMO
  • Health Alliance - POS
  • Health Alliance - PPO
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - HMO
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Winston Joseph Townsend has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Winston Joseph Townsend has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Southern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Winston Townsend speak?
Dr. Winston Townsend speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Winston Townsend?
You can find contact information for Dr. Winston Townsend here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Winston Townsend affiliated with?
Dr. Winston Townsend is affiliated with Saint Johns Hospital.
Does Dr. Winston Townsend accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Winston Townsend accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Winston Townsend accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Winston Townsend has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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