Jennifer Z. Yeast, DO

Dr. Yeast became a physician for two key reasons: “I like working with people,” she says, “and I want to help everyone have access to good, quality health care.” As a bonus, working in medicine also allows her to continue her lifelong love of learning.

Passing on learning is part of her practice style, as well. “I strive to provide patients with the information they need to make informed decisions about their health,” she says. “I enjoy establishing relationships with my patients and supporting them in becoming as healthy as they can be.”

While her board certification is in internal medicine, Dr. Yeast specializes in both adult and pediatric medicine and enjoys seeing patients of all ages. After earning a master’s degree in medical science at Drexel University in Philadelphia, she attended medical school at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. She completed her residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria.

Outside of work, Dr. Yeast can be found spending time with her twins. Most often, that involves soccer, whether it’s coaching, watching or driving everyone to a game.