Morris Hospital Gastroenterology specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions affecting the digestive system including the bile ducts, esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Our team is committed to providing comprehensive care, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans to address a wide range of digestive health concerns — from common conditions like acid reflux, GERD, hemorrhoids, and irritable bowel syndrome, to more serious issues such as Crohn’s disease, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, hepatitis, ulcers, anemia, and gastrointestinal cancers.
Gastroenterologist Dr. Afreen Hyder and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Stephanie Mickley are excellent resources for individuals experiencing symptoms including:
- Abdominal pain and discomfort
- Heartburn
- Difficulty swallowing
- Acid Reflux
- Bloating or excess gas
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Blood in stool
- Irregular bowel movements
- Unexplained weight loss or gain
To make an appointment with Morris Hospital Gastroenterology, please call 815-941-9320.
Office Locations:
Morris
Address:
Morris Hospital Gastroenterology
151 W. High St.
Morris, IL 60450
Providers: Dr. Afreen Hyder, Stephanie Mickley, APRN
Phone: 815-941-9320
Ottawa
Address:
1300 Starfire Drive
Ottawa, IL 61350
(Morris Hospital Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists office)
Provider: Stephanie Mickley, APRN
Phone: 815-705-7341
Meet the Providers:
Afreen Hyder, M.D., Gastroenterologist
As a gastroenterologist, Dr. Afreen Hyder specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions affecting the digestive system. Dr. Hyder performs various GI procedures such as upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, and more.
A graduate of NTR University- Deccan College of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad, India, Dr. Hyder comes to Morris Hospital Gastroenterology with over 20 years of experience. She completed an internal medicine residency at Wayne State University in Detroit, where she also completed a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology.
A citizen of the United States, Dr. Hyder’s career spans both public and private healthcare systems in the United States and internationally. Throughout her career, she has practiced in several states including Illinois, Tennessee, and Wisconsin and has held positions at renowned institutions such as Mayo Clinic Health System. She is also a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American Gastroenterology Association.
Dr. Hyder believes that exceptional patient care is possible through open and honest communication with her patients and believes that positive healthcare outcomes are achieved through teamwork between the patient and provider.
Dr. Hyder sees patients age 18 and older. Her office is located at 151 W. High Street in Morris, across the street from Morris Hospital. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Hyder, call 815-941-9320.
Stephanie Mickley, APRN
Stephanie Mickley is a board-certified advanced practice registered nurse specializing in gastroenterology with Morris Hospital Gastroenterology.
As a gastroenterology nurse practitioner, Stephanie provides care for a wide range of digestive health concerns, including abdominal pain, heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, irregular bowel movements, hemorrhoids, and more. She specializes in treating complex diseases such as Barrett’s esophagus, Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, and lymphocytic colitis
Stephanie earned two Bachelor’s degrees, one in Nutrition from Dominican University in River Forest, and the other in Nursing from Rush University in Chicago. She has a Master’s Degree in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner from Loyola University in Chicago.
Stephanie sees patients in Morris and Ottawa. To schedule an appointment with Stephanie, call 815-941-9320.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What procedures does Dr. Hyder perform?
- Upper GI Endoscopy (EGD)
- Colonoscopy
- Polypectomy
- Hemorrhoidal banding
- Enteroscopy
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Esophageal dilation
- ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
How do I schedule an appointment?
How do I prepare for my appointment?
Before your appointment, please go to our forms center and download and complete our Healthcare Centers – General Patient Registration Form before coming in for your office visit.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your appointment time to complete registration and a health questionnaire. If you are a new patient, please arrive 30 minutes ahead of your scheduled appointment time.
When you come for your appointments, please remember to bring the following:
- Driver’s License or a valid ID
- Insurance information
- Referral Letter (if required)
- Medical records from previous hospitals and providers including lab results, X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, etc., along with any other relevant information about your medical history
- List of medications (if any)
We recognize that your time is valuable, and we make every effort to stay on schedule. Occasionally emergencies or patients require a little more time and may cause delays beyond our control. We apologize if we keep you waiting.
How do I cancel my appointment?
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Where can I get help with questions about billing?
Please visit our Pay My Bill page for information about ways to pay your bill, who to contact for billing questions, and financial assistance.
Is there anything special I should know as a Medicare beneficiary?
Your provider is committed to delivering the best possible coordination of your care by participating in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO). A care coordinator may get involved in your care to help improve communication between your healthcare providers. Please visit our Accountable Care Organization (ACO) webpage to learn more.
