OSF HealthCare Saint Luke Medical Center is pleased to welcome general surgeon Matthew Heberer, MD, to its growing care team. Dr. Heberer will begin seeing patients in January, expanding access to general surgery services for Kewanee and the surrounding areas.
A Kewanee native, Dr. Heberer is grateful for the opportunity to care for his hometown community. “I believe in simple, friendly care and honest conversations,” he says. “My goal is to help people understand their options so they can make informed decisions about their health.”
Dr. Heberer earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria.
He completed his general surgery residency at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. His areas of expertise include gallbladder disease, abdominal wall hernias, skin lesions and endoscopy. Known for his approachable style, Dr. Heberer enjoys building relationships and seeing the positive impact surgical care can have on a person’s quality of life.
New and existing patients can schedule an appointment with Dr. Heberer or a member of the surgery care team by referral or calling (309) 852-7700.