Beth A. Steh, MD, FAAP

Raymond Castaldo, MD, FAAP, is with Springfield Clinic’s Pediatrics Department, seeing patients at the Springfield Clinic Pediatrics facility in Springfield and at Springfield Clinic Carlinville. Dr. Castaldo joined Springfield Clinic in 1990. Dr. Castaldo both earned his medical degree and completed his pediatrics residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield. “I deal in general pediatrics and everyday situations, but I try to have a balance between serious and fun,” says Dr. Castaldo. “I like that to compliment my practice. I take good care of my patients and make sure parents are well-informed and then sprinkle in some fun.” Dr. Castaldo’s scope of care includes comprehensive evaluation and treatment in pediatric and adolescent medicine. One fun element that Dr. Castaldo incorporates into his appointments is the ukelele. “It really makes kids feel like they’re bonding with us here,” he says. Dr. Castaldo plays upbeat songs and invites patients to try out the instrument for themselves, as well. In his free time, Dr. Castaldo loves spending time outdoors. He enjoys snowboarding, hiking, rollerblading, skiing and bike riding. He also enjoys listening to music and playing guitar. Top 1% Patient ExperienceThis provider ranks in the top 1% nationally in patient experience, based on scores from the "Care Provider Overall" question on surveys completed with Press Ganey.

Gretchen Gibbs, MD, FAAP, is with Springfield Clinic’s Pediatrics Department, seeing patients at the Springfield Clinic Pediatrics facility in Springfield. Dr. Gibbs joined Springfield Clinic in 2015.Dr. Gibbs earned her medical degree at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield and completed her pediatrics internship and residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk. Prior to joining Springfield Clinic, Dr. Gibbs served as a pediatrics physician for several years in both California and the Springfield, Ill. area. “I grew up going to the same clinic as a patient that I actually work in now,” says Dr. Gibbs. “I loved going there, so from a young age I thought that would be where I would end up professionally.” Dr. Gibbs’ scope of care includes comprehensive evaluation and treatment in all aspects of pediatric and adolescent medicine. “Your children become as important to us as our children,” says Dr. Gibbs. “We acknowledge that you are the primary caregiver of your child, and you know your child the best. So, we trust your opinion on what you think may be wrong, too.” In her free time, Dr. Gibbs loves being in the ocean and enjoys activities like scuba-diving and snorkeling. Top 1% Patient ExperienceThis provider ranks in the top 1% nationally in patient experience, based on scores from the "Care Provider Overall" question on surveys completed with Press Ganey.

Misty Phillips, MD, FAAP, is with Springfield Clinic’s Pediatrics Department, seeing patients at the Springfield Clinic Pediatrics facility in Springfield. Dr. Phillips joined Springfield Clinic in 2007. Dr. Phillips both earned her medical degree and completed her pediatrics residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield. “I see mostly well-patient visits, so a lot of my time is spent talking to families about how to prevent illness or accidents,” says Dr. Phillips. “We understand where they’re coming from with their questions and that everything that they’re asking about is very important to them. So, I want to make sure they understand that it’s important to us, too, and that we’ve taken the time to spend with them and their kids.” Dr. Phillips sees children of all ages. Dr. Phillips is a mom and a pediatrician. She says having this firsthand experience helps with her job every day. "A lot of people ask a question that you don't read in a medical textbook," she explains. "Sometimes I think you can answer it with more expertise if you've gone through it yourself." In her free time, Dr. Phillips enjoys spending time with her family by visiting her daughter at college and supporting her sons at their baseball games. Top 1% Patient ExperienceThis provider ranks in the top 1% nationally in patient experience, based on scores from the "Care Provider Overall" question on surveys completed with Press Ganey.