Children’s Orthopedic Clinic in Du Quoin

A free orthopedic assessment clinic in Du Quoin for children ages newborn up to 18

The South District Elks Lodges in cooperation with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Program are sponsoring a free children’s orthopedic assessment clinic on Nov. 19 from 2 – 4 p.m.

The clinic is being held at Marshall Browning Hospital, 900 N. Washington Street, in Du Quoin. Dr. Alan Froehling from Mount Vernon will be the clinician.

The clinic is for children, ages birth up to age 18, to assess pediatric bone and joint development. There is no charge for any diagnostic services at this clinic and no medical referral is necessary.

Consider making an appointment if your child has:

• Feet pointing out or in
• Complaints of back, knee, leg and/or ankle pain
• A back curvature

Physicians are welcome to refer patients to the clinic for a specific reason or second opinion. School nurses are also welcome to refer children and families.

To make an appointment, call the Elks Children’s Care Program, Monday through Friday, at (800) 272-0074 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

For more information about upcoming clinics and additional services, visit the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Program website.