Misty M. Phillips, 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.

Dr. Savage is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She received her undergraduate training at the University of Texas at Austin and completed her medical training in Pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Her scope of practice involves all areas of pediatrics, from newborns to college-bound adolescents. Special areas of interest include well baby/health maintenance and anticipatory guidance, behavioral/mood disorders, allergic rhinitis and asthma, as well as a variety of acute illnesses and their treatment. A native Texan, Dr. Savage moved to Illinois in 1995 to start her practice with Springfield Clinic and raise her family. She is bilingual in English and Spanish. She thoroughly enjoys the changes of the seasons here in Illinois and the friendly "small town" atmosphere of Springfield and its surrounding communities.

Christopher Ehrlich has been a pediatrician with Springfield Clinic since 2004. He grew up in central Illinois, attending the University of Illinois for undergraduate school and Southern Illinois University for medical school and residency. He has two young children who he adores and thanks for helping him to become an even better, more well-rounded pediatrician. Dr. Ehrlich has a couple of philosophies, which are the pillars of his practice: First, he believes that one of the most critical aspects of the doctor-parent-patient relationship is good communication. He recognizes the need to listen attentively to the parent/patient. Furthermore, he wants the parent/patient to walk away from each clinic visit with clarity--knowing the diagnosis, the treatment plan and what to expect over the coming days. Second, Dr. Ehrlich emphasizes that treatment should be focused on doing what is best for the child. He is a firm believer in the science behind immunizations and the data demonstrating their effectiveness. On that note, he also believes that prescription medications, such as antibiotics and ADHD medications, are used too often. He believes in balancing the tools within a healthy human body to fight off diseases with the use of prescription medications only when they are necessary.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.