SSM Health Care - St. Louis Physicians' Organization (SSM PO) originated in 1994 when SSM Health Care began to partner with several long-established primary and specialty care physicians in communities throughout the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. Today, SSM Medical Group has over 250 physicians and 900+ employees in over 40 locations.
SSM PO physician partners were originally in one of three Medical Groups, based on geographic location:
- SSM DePaul Medical Group, with offices in north and northwest St. Louis County
- SSM St. Charles Clinic Medical Group, with offices throughout St. Charles County and in Troy and Warrenton
- SSM Medical Group, with offices in midtown, west, and southwest St. Louis County and in Illinois.
In 2011, the three groups transitioned to one name, SSM Medical Group. Last year alone, these physicians provided a wide array of primary and specialty care services during more than 700,000 office visits.
Mark Renken, Chief Administrative Officer of SSM Physicians’ Organization stated, “We are excited to be able to offer high-quality health care close to home for increasing numbers of Missouri and Illinois residents.
“While we continue to grow with our communities, we are very pleased that many of our physicians have deep roots in the area, some practicing here for many years. Our growth, coupled with this valuable longevity, creates a dynamic and solid health care environment for families and individuals.”