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Dr. John Hoelscher, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 69
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Dr. John Hoelscher, MD is an Internist in Alton, IL.
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Dr. John Hoelscher, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 69
Alton, IL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
Dr. John Hoelscher, MD is an Internist in Alton, IL.

About

Dr. Hoelscher graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine. Dr. John Hoelscher, MD is an Internist in Alton, IL and has 43 years experience. Dr. Hoelscher currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Alton Memorial Hospital, Christian Hospital, Jersey Community Hospital and OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center. Dr. Hoelscher has experience treating conditions like Secondary Renovascular Hypertension and Tobacco Use Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hoelscher received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Hoelscher's office accepts new patients. Dr. Hoelscher is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Wellness Examination
Tobacco Use Disorder
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Wellness Examination
Tobacco Use Disorder
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Wellness Examination
Tobacco Use Disorder
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Secondary Hypertension
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Immunization Administration
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Urinary Incontinence
Administrative Physical
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Cluster Headache
Constipation
Dehydration
Fever
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Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acidosis
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Acne
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chondromalacia
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Common Cold
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hip Pointer
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Interstitial Cystitis
Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Orchitis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Yeast Infections
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Pap Smear
Smoking Cessation Counseling

Insurance Accepted

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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • Aetna
  • Blue Access Choice (St Louis) (Select Network)-IL
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Locations

  1. 1 BJC Medical Group Primary Care at Alton
    2 Memorial Dr Ste 220, Alton, IL 62002
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (314) 439-1292
  2. 2 Office
    1 Memorial Dr Ste 220, Alton, IL 62002
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (618) 463-7503

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hoelscher
4.8
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (17)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Aug 30, 2022
Our family has been with Dr. John Hoelscher for decades. He is the best Family Doctor we have ever had in our lives-we are senior citizens. Dr Hoelscher is intelligent, diligent, empathetic, caring, and listens to his patient. Dr. has made many grand contributions to our community. Thank you for making a great impact on all our lives Davis Family
Davis — Aug 30, 2022
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Missouri School of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Mo-Columbia Health Scis Center
    1982
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Hoelscher, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hoelscher's profile.

Dr. Hoelscher frequently treats the following conditions: Secondary Renovascular Hypertension and Tobacco Use Disorder. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Hoelscher, MD is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Alton Memorial Hospital, Christian Hospital, Jersey Community Hospital and OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center.

Yes, Dr. John Hoelscher, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO

  • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3015 N Ballas Rd, Saint Louis, MO

  • Alton Memorial Hospital

    1 Memorial Dr, Alton, IL

  • Christian Hospital

    11133 Dunn Rd, Saint Louis, MO

  • Jersey Community Hospital

    400 Maple Summit Rd, Jerseyville, IL

  • OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center

    1 Saint Anthonys Way, Alton, IL