SPARTA, IL – Sparta Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. Umar Daud, a board-certified rheumatology specialist, to the Specialty Clinic at North Campus Healthcare—expanding access to expert rheumatology care for patients in the region.
Dr. Daud will begin seeing patients two days per month mid-January, with plans to increase his time in April, helping meet the growing demand for specialty services close to home.
With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Daud specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, including arthritis, lupus, gout, and other rheumatic diseases. He treats patients 18 years and older and is known for his comprehensive, patient-centered approach that emphasizes accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and long-term disease management.
“Adding Dr. Daud to our Specialty Clinic team strengthens our ability to provide advanced, specialty care locally,” said Joann Emge, CEO of Sparta Community Hospital. “His experience and commitment to high-quality care reflect our promise to help patients Believe in Better—through access, expertise, and compassionate care.”
Dr. Daud completed his residency training in internal medicine and rheumatology at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, where he gained extensive experience caring for patients with complex rheumatologic conditions. Dr. Daud is currently affiliated with SSM Health and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Rheumatology.
Individuals interested in scheduling an appointment with Dr. Daud, should contact their primary provider for a referral. For more information about Dr. Daud and the visiting specialist team, individuals may contact Sparta Community Hospital’s Specialty Clinic at North Campus Healthcare at 618-443-1DOC (1362).