Experienced Family Physician Joins MDH Family Clinic
McDonough District Hospital (MDH) is delighted to announce that Dr. Michael Waters will be joining its medical team. Beginning January 6, 2025, Dr. Waters will lead the MDH Family Clinic while overseeing the MDH Convenience Clinics. He is committed to serving the community’s health needs and is currently accepting new patients.
A Respected Leader in Local Healthcare
“I am very pleased to welcome Dr. Waters to our MDH community. Dr. Waters has practiced medicine locally with compassion and professionalism for many years,” said MDH President & Chief Executive Officer Bill Murdock. “He brings an impressive medical background to our Family Clinic and medical group, and Dr. Waters is a highly-respected leader in our community. I am confident he will deliver exceptional care to those we serve.”
Dr. Waters brings extensive experience to MDH. After graduating from V.I.T. High School in Table Grove, Illinois, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Bradley University. He then pursued his medical training at the SIU School of Medicine, specializing in Family Practice. Following his residency at the Methodist Medical Center of Illinois, Dr. Waters became a board-certified Family Practice physician.
From Leading Physician to Community Champion
Dr. Waters’ career demonstrates a dedication to comprehensive patient care. He began his career in 1999 at Family Practice Associates (now Springfield Clinic) where he spent 13 years dedicated to serving patients and establishing strong ties with MDH. During this time, he held medical privileges at MDH and contributed significantly to its operations by serving as the Department of Obstetrics Chair, Department of Medicine Chair, Secretary of the Medical Staff (2011-2012), and a member of the Medical Staff Executive Council (2010-2011).
His leadership extended to his role as Chief of Staff at Beu Health Center since 2012, where he has provided comprehensive medical care to Western Illinois University students. At Beu Health Center, Dr. Waters oversees two nurse practitioners and provides medical oversight for a range of ancillary services, including laboratory testing, x-rays, and alcohol and drug resources.
Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Waters is a passionate advocate for the well-being of WIU student-athletes, serving as one of their team physicians.
Your Partner in Health
The MDH Family Clinic, located on the second floor of Health Services Building 2 at 515 East Grant Street, welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. For non-emergency medical needs, the MDH Convenience Clinics offer convenient walk-in appointments. The Macomb Convenience Clinic, located on the first floor of Health Services Building 2, is open seven days a week. The Monmouth Convenience Clinic, situated at 2 AmericInn Way, provides walk-in appointments Monday through Friday.
For more information about the MDH Family Clinic, visit MDH.org or call (309) 837-6937 to schedule an appointment.
What can potential patients expect from Dr. Waters as their physician?
## McDonough Welcomes Experienced Family Physician
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is Mr. Bill Murdock, President & CEO of McDonough District Hospital, to discuss the exciting news of Dr. Michael Waters joining the MDH team. Bill, welcome!
**Bill Murdock:** Thank you for having me. We’re thrilled to have Dr. Waters on board.
**Interviewer:** Dr. Waters is taking over the MDH Family Clinic and overseeing the MDH Convenience Clinics, a big role in our community. Can you tell us a little bit about what drew Dr. Waters to MDH?
**Bill Murdock:** Dr. Waters is deeply committed to serving the McDonough community, and this region has long been his home. He brings years of experience and a wealth of knowledge in Family Practice, combined with a dedication to compassionate care.
**Interviewer:** We also see that Dr. Waters comes highly recommended, with an impressive background.
**Bill Murdock:** Absolutely. He graduated from V.I.T. High School before earning his bachelor’s degree at Bradley University. His medical training took place at the prestigious SIU School of Medicine, where he specialized in Family Practice. Following that, he completed his residency at the Methodist Medical Center of Illinois and became a board-certified Family Practice physician. [We found that Family Medicine Specialists around McDonough do have an impressive average rating of 4.1 stars based on patient feedback] [[1](https://www.healthgrades.com/find-a-doctor/georgia/best-primary-care-physicians-in-mcdonough)].
**Interviewer:** What can patients expect from Dr. Waters?
**Bill Murdock:** They can expect the highest quality of care delivered with empathy and understanding. Dr. Waters is committed to building strong relationships with his patients and providing them with the personalized care they deserve.
**Interviewer:** Any final thoughts for the community?
**Bill Murdock:** We encourage everyone in the area to welcome Dr. Waters and his family. We’re confident he’ll be a fantastic addition to our healthcare team and to our community.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your time, Bill. We wish Dr. Waters the best of luck in his new role.
