Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dr. Michael A. Ahearn is a dedicated general medicine physician and the founder of Ahearn & Associates Medical Center, serving the Kewanee community for over 30 years. He holds Board Certifications in Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, and Integrative & Holistic Medicine.
Education & Training
Born and raised in Mexico, Dr. Ahearn earned his Physician-Surgeon degree with highest honors from the University of La Salle, Mexico City, in 1982. He completed his family practice residency at St. Luke's and Mercy Hospitals in Davenport, Iowa, in 1987 and furthered his education with a certification in acupuncture from Harvard Medical School in 2010.
Professional Experience
Since opening Ahearn & Associates in 2003, Dr. Ahearn has built a trusted practice, while also serving as Medical Director for numerous nursing homes across Illinois. In addition, he continues to work as an emergency room physician at OSF Saint Luke Medical Center. His passion for medicine extends beyond borders, having volunteered his expertise in Guatemala, Kenya, and South Africa, bringing care to underserved communities.
Volunteer Work & Global Outreach
Dr. Ahearn’s global medical missions include service trips to:
Hospital De La Familia in Guatemala (2007, 2009, and 2017)
The Matibabu Health Clinic in Kenya (2012)
“2015 Living Hope Mission Trip” with Living of Hope to Cape Town, South Africa
These experiences have profoundly shaped his approach to medicine, fostering a deep understanding of different cultures and a focus on resourceful, compassionate care.
Awards & Recognitions
Physician of the Year by the Illinois American Academy of Family Practice (1998, 1999)
National Leadership Award for Health Care Reform (2003)
Physician of the Year by the NRCC Physician’s Advisory Board (2004, 2005)
Most Valuable Physician Award by Emergency Physicians Staffing Solutions (2015, 2019)
Grateful Patient Program Certificate by OSF Healthcare (April 2023)
In 2012, he was honored by the American Association of Family Practice for his contributions to the field and his commitment to quality patient care.
Research & Community Involvement
Dr. Ahearn has played a significant role in advancing medical research and participating in trials for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and chronic kidney failure treatments. He also served as a principal investigator on numerous medical protocols. In 2013, he led the First Community Walk to Stop Diabetes in the Kewanee area, which became a top fundraiser nationwide.
Personal Life
When he's not at the clinic or on a medical mission, Dr. Ahearn cherishes moments with his wife Rebecca, stepson Austin, Bella, and family, as well as indulging in his love for reading, music, and movies.
Being a staff nurse for 11 years prior to becoming a family nurse practitioner taught me a lot about caring for the patient & family in a holistic manner. Caring for a person's emotional & mental health directly effects their physical health. As an integrative medicine practitioner I strive to look at the whole person to improve their health & do that through counseling, diet, lifestyle changes, use of supplements/herbs/vitamins, referrals if needed, specialized testing, food sensitivities, etc. I want every patient to feel comfortable telling me about any problem or symptom. No matter how many times the patient has been told by other providers that "all of your labs are normal" or "you are fine" or "its in your head" I am here to tell you that is false & that is not the way that I practice. I will believe you & help you. If I cannot help you, I can & will refer you to others who may be able to help. I collaborate with many providers in the area. Bottom line I am here to help
Kendra Poole received her Bachelors In Nursing from Methodist College of Nursing in Peoria, Il in 2014.
She later attended Bradley University where she received her Masters in Nursing specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner in 2020. She is a board-certified family nurse practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Her nursing background includes medical/surgical nursing and obstetrics. She recently worked as an inpatient hospitalist nurse practitioner in the Quad Cities and left that position to focus on growing her private medical practice in the Illinois Valley.
