Southern Illinois Hospitalist Group

Jessica Therien, NP, is a certified internal medicine nurse practitioner. She treats patients ages 18 and above for various health conditions and illnesses, including colds and flu, migraine, sleep issues, allergies, asthma, thyroid disorders, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, anxiety, and depression. She offers annual wellness and well-woman exams and health screenings, promotes preventative medicine and offers weight management counseling. This practice is part of BJC Medical Group of Illinois.

BJC HealthCare is a leading healthcare organization based in St. Louis, Missouri, offering a wide range of medical services across multiple locations. With a focus on patient care, BJC HealthCare operates hospitals, primary care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and pharmacies to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions to the community. Committed to excellence in clinical care and medical education, BJC HealthCare also supports research initiatives and offers career opportunities for medical professionals. Through its patient-centered approach and dedication to quality healthcare, BJC HealthCare continues to be a trusted provider in the region. Generated from the website

"Melissa Armstead, FNP, is a board-certified family medicine nurse practitioner who sees patients 13 years and older. She provides primary and preventative care, such as annual wellness exams, well-woman visits, vaccinations and manages acute and chronic illnesses. She treats a wide range of conditions, including asthma, allergies, diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, minor injuries, cold and flu symptoms, osteoporosis, contraceptives, thyroid disorders, depression and urinary tract infections. Melissa has always been passionate about providing comprehensive and lifelong care to families. Treating patients with compassion, kindness and respect is the cornerstone of her health care practice. She empowers patients with health education and resources to manage their health and aims to develop strong relationships with them to help them achieve their healthcare goals. Melissa earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Chamberlain College of Nursing in St. Louis and her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, Illinois. This practice is part of BJC Medical Group of Illinois."