We served more than 10,302 clients and presented at 47 different community events and/or schools in 2019, serving Edgar County residents and the surrounding areas. Call or stop by to see what we can do for you!
To prevent premature death and disease and to increase the quality of life among all residents by promoting the health and wellness of its citizens through intervention, public education, and by providing direct health services.
I have been honored to continue to serve as President of the Edgar County Board of Health this past year. This board is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Edgar County Public Health Department, while providing direction and support. I must say, I received more calls regarding public health this past year than I ever have before, so Im sure the staff can say the same.
During 2020, certain ECPHD services may have closed their doors to the public, but that did not mean staff werent busy still meeting our community needs. The public looked to ECPHD for guidance in the midst of confusion and chaos. ECPHD went above and beyond, working tirelessly on prevention and protection efforts, while quickly adapting and re-adapting previously offered services to a new normal.
In my role as a Hospital CEO, I am well aware of the physical and mental strain COVID-19 placed and continues to place on healthcare staff. This certainly extends to our partners at ECPHD. Janet and her employees, as well as additional temporary personnel, have been crucial to Edgar Countys COVID-19 response. They are often unsung heroes of this pandemic as they performed hours upon hours of contact tracing, daily data reporting to multiple agencies, fielding hotline calls, vaccination efforts, and working and communicating with other county and state agencies and industries on a weekly, if not daily, basis on top of their regular duties.
The Board is thankful for the continued dedication of the staff at ECPHD, and we would like to recognize their hard work and achievements this past year. Our success is directly correlated to their service. On behalf of the Board and the staff, we look forward to continuing to serve the needs of our communities.
The Edgar County Public Health Department (ECPHD) worked diligently during 2020 to continue our mission to prevent disease, promote health, and protect our community against health threats. This was a challenge in the face of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Our department had to focus our efforts on mitigating the risks associated with the Coronavirus. Many of our normal activities had to take a back seat as we adapted our emergency/disaster response plans to address the specific threat posed by COVID-19. ECPHD staff was frequently called upon to engage in activities that were outside the realm of their everyday duties and experience. Responding to the pandemic required long hours, working on weekends and holidays, and learning new skills in effort to protect our community against the spread of the virus.
As you review our annual report, it is impossible to miss the significance of COVID-19s impact on our normal day-to-day activities. To the extent possible, ECPHD programs were adapted and accomplished. These programs include Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, Family Case Management (FCM), the Edgar County Dental Clinic, Illinois Tobacco-Free Communities Programs, Environmental Health Programs, Emergency Preparedness, Health Education, the Lead Prevention Program, and the Chronic and Communicable Disease Program. In addition to these programs, we created a COVID-19 response team, who lead our efforts in COVID-19 case investigation, contact tracing, COVID-19 data reporting, hotlines, a large scaled mass vaccination program, infection control reviews and risk assessments for businesses and schools, and continuous adaptation of plans and guidelines in the face of the quickly changing circumstances.
On behalf of the staff at ECPHD, I wish to thank our community for their continued support and our Board of Health for their support and guidance. We remain committed to our public health mission and to the residents of Edgar County. We look forward to serving you in the coming year.
The Edgar County Dental Clinic Staff Dentist plays a crucial role in providing access to primary dental care to the underserved population of Edgar County and surrounding counties. The prime focus will be examining, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans for dental conditions, infections, and injuries of the teeth and mouth. The staff dentist is responsible for carrying out the treatment plan competently and efficiently, using a patient-centered approach. All services are rendered according to Edgar County Dental Clinic (ECDC) approved clinic protocols and guidelines.
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Rating 2.9 out of 5 based on 22 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestJennifer McCombs Smoot
2 years ago
The receptionist and dental receptionist were stellar. They were friendly and professional. I was also in contact with Macie and she was very professional and personable. Five stars for these ladies! What a pleasant experience!
laura seale
2 years ago
Would recommend for anyone. Was my 5 year old daughter's first time going to the dentist and they did a wonderful job at making her feel comfortable to be there.
Rischa Proffitt
2 years ago
There is a huge turnover here! They threaten to charge you if you do not cancel appointment 48 hours in advance then turn around and call you the morning of your appointment to cancel LOL they tell you they'll call to reschedule AND LEAVE YOU FOR DEAD LOL,,,, VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!
Nope No
2 years ago
Absolutely useless. The front receptionist forwards you with no notice- no idea who or why your being forwarded. You hear the phone click- you hear it answered and then hung up on reciever. Why?
M. C.
2 years ago
I have always been treated well here. Friendly people. Sometimes it takes a while to get an appointment, but with an almost total lack of Dentists who accept Medicaid that is very understandable. I would recommend.
Nope No
3 years ago
Absolutely useless. The front receptionist forwards you with no notice- no idea who or why your being forwarded. You hear the phone click- you hear it answered and then hung up on reciever. Why?
laura seale
3 years ago
Would recommend for anyone. Was my 5 year old daughter's first time going to the dentist and they did a wonderful job at making her feel comfortable to be there.
M. C.
3 years ago
I have always been treated well here. Friendly people. Sometimes it takes a while to get an appointment, but with an almost total lack of Dentists who accept Medicaid that is very understandable. I would recommend.
Jennifer McCombs Smoot
3 years ago
The receptionist and dental receptionist were stellar. They were friendly and professional. I was also in contact with Macie and she was very professional and personable. Five stars for these ladies! What a pleasant experience!
Rischa Proffitt
3 years ago
There is a huge turnover here! They threaten to charge you if you do not cancel appointment 48 hours in advance then turn around and call you the morning of your appointment to cancel LOL they tell you they'll call to reschedule AND LEAVE YOU FOR DEAD LOL,,,, VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!
James Locke
4 years ago
This place is made of nightmares...the dentist cusses as he removed wisdom teeth...then wrote prescription wrong so I couldn't get it filled...he is about as good as a dentist from 1812
James Locke
4 years ago
This place is made of nightmares...the dentist cusses as he removed wisdom teeth...then wrote prescription wrong so I couldn't get it filled...he is about as good as a dentist from 1812
Poison Moon
4 years ago
They are horrible people only the people in the front. I highly feel sorry for the people in the back. Yall are so close to going out of business because of your ignorant lies. Don't be mad when you lose your jobs. I would never recommend trash to anyone.
Christa Swinford
5 years ago
Had two molars removed. Felt like I was in a torture room. Never again!
Poison Moon
5 years ago
They are horrible people only the people in the front. I highly feel sorry for the people in the back. Yall are so close to going out of business because of your ignorant lies. Don't be mad when you lose your jobs. I would never recommend trash to anyone.
Amanda Scott
5 years ago
I only give them a 1 because google will not allow me to write this if I don't. I wouldn't go back here if they were the last place on earth and my life depended on it. I have NEVER had such issues with a place. The IRS is easier and more plesant. Their policies change everyday and are the biggest most ridiculous load of bs one can imagine. A service they offer when they make your apt probably won't be available after the 6 mos you wait and they won't bother to tell you until after the fact.
Christa Swinford
5 years ago
Had two molars removed. Felt like I was in a torture room. Never again!
Chris Hackett
5 years ago
The dentists were very nice and caring. However, after having my teeth removed they banished me from completing the process. Apparently they do not have to answer the phone. Their voicemail has been full and messages cannot be recorded. So good luck after they yank your teeth. If you complain they will banish you and its your problem WOW!
Kara Phelps
5 years ago
What's the point of giving ten minutes just to come in and get three of my teeth pulled and y'all take forever to call me back when I'm already In pain. Never coming there again.
Bobbie Johnston
5 years ago
Two stars because I really like the dentist and his assistant. They can have 5 stars. But, as for the clinic as a good choice to get help? I don't know exactly what's going on, but IT gets no stars from me. Idk if the Medicaid policy is to blame or the clinic....but before I got my extractions I called, knowing I needed an antibiotic. I was told they don't give antibiotic Rxs. I'd have to go to my doctor for that first. So I did. After I got the teeth pulled and my antibiotics gone, I ended up with a full blown infection and other related problems, that all are a result of the extractions, throughout my mouth. Went to my doctor again and it has been a real struggle. I was scheduled a 4 wk follow up appt at this clinic and being right when I had been to see my reg doc 3 times in 2 weeks I knew the appt here was coming. I'd mislaid the paper and called to get the date and time. Just so happens it was missed at the exact time of my call. I apologized, told them I have MAJOR issues and both me and my doc are anxious for the dentist to get a look. I was told I have FAILED TO KEEP AN APPT and have been barred from rescheduling for 3 MONTHES! Now my docs nurse and I are scrambling to find a dentist who will take me. I've been here ONE TIME. They pulled my teeth and knowing there was infection, gave me NO antibiotics, but DID give me an Rx for NARCOTICS upon ushering me out the door. My Medicaid covers antibiotics. WHY ARENT THEY GIVING THEM TO PATIENTS HERE?? This policy has caused me SERIOUS problems and I am not even allowed to see the dentist there for it. Having found one who will see me today, I needed them to send my x-rays to that dentist, so I called and asked they send them. They can't...because "the person who emails is on vacation"!???? I'm in great pain, entire mouth fully infected with multiple issues and I have to DRIVE TO PARIS then to a dentist in TH to pick up my own x-rays because nobody in the building can send an email. This has been, and STILL IS, a horrible experience for me. What a mistake I made in going to this clinic for my dental healthcare. I had issues with my teeth. Now I have NO TEETH and am in an acute situation, in great pain and real trouble, needing IMMEDIATE care from a dentist and I have been BANISHED.. for narrowly missing an appointment. THEY CAN'T EVEN BE BOTHERED TO FORWARD MY RECORDS TO ANOTHER DENTIST, where I CAN get the treatment I MUST get immediately.
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