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For its dedication to delivering comprehensive care to support patients with endocrine system disorders, Riverside Medical Group - Endocrinology Specialists has been recognized as a “Great Diabetes and Endocrinology Program” for 2024 by Becker’s Hospital Review, a leading source of healthcare news and information.

“We are honored to have received this recognition for the quality, compassionate care delivered by our endocrinology specialists,” said Riverside President and CEO Phil Kambic. “We remain committed to serving our community by providing remarkable healthcare experiences, close to home.”

The experts at Riverside Endocrinology Specialists, supported by dietitians, certified diabetes educators and insulin pump trainers, provide individualized treatment for diabetes, thyroid and adrenal disorders, osteoporosis and gender-affirming care.

“Our team is proud to provide the highest quality care to our patients along their healthcare journey, and we sincerely appreciate this recognition from Becker’s,” said Kelly Cuffe, Manager of Endocrinology and Diabetes Wellness.

In recognizing Riverside Endocrinology Specialists, Becker’s highlighted the Weigh to Healthy Living program, which helps patients develop sustainable lifestyle changes to improve their health, the introduction of the region’s only gender-affirming care clinic and a dedication to monitoring and improving key quality metrics.

Visit Becker’s Hospital Review to see the complete list of 51 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Diabetes and Endocrinology Programs.

About Riverside Healthcare
Riverside Healthcare is a fully integrated healthcare system serving the needs of individuals and communities throughout the counties of Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy and beyond. As part of the system, Riverside Medical Center, a 312-bed hospital, provides a full scope of inpatient and outpatient care and is a nationally recognized, award-winning Level II Trauma hospital with advanced programs in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery and orthopedics. Its reputation for nursing excellence has made Riverside Magnet® designated since 2011 – the only area hospital to earn this distinction. Riverside also operates several community, primary and specialty health centers throughout the region. Learn more about Riverside Healthcare at riversidehealthcare.org.

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AnnMarie Fauske
Director of Marketing & Public Relations
afauske@rhc.net
(815) 928-6279

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About Riverside Healthcare

Riverside Healthcare is a fully integrated healthcare system serving the needs of individuals and communities throughout the counties of Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy and beyond. As part of the system, Riverside Medical Center, a 312-bed hospital, provides a full scope of inpatient and outpatient care and is a nationally recognized, award-winning Level II Trauma hospital with advanced programs in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery and orthopedics. Its reputation for nursing excellence has made Riverside Magnet® designated since 2011 – the only area hospital to earn this distinction. Riverside also operates several community, primary and specialty health centers throughout the region. Learn more about Riverside Healthcare at riversidehealthcare.org.

Media Contact:
AnnMarie Fauske
Director of Marketing & Public Relations
afauske@rhc.net
(815) 928-6279