Dr. Joanne McManaman, MD, EMBA

Dr. Joanne McManaman is a highly experienced hematologist with more than three decades of experience in healthcare. In her role as a hospitalist, Dr. McManaman collaborates closely with central Illinois hospitals to ensure patients with bleeding, blood clotting, or other blood disorders receive expert, coordinated care during hospitalizations, procedure, and acute medical situations. 

Dr. McManaman brings a distinguished background in hematology, including 21 years of service in the United States Navy, where she led and supported programs in hemophilia, sickle cell disease, and complex bone marrow disorders. Throughout her career, Dr. McManaman has been recognized for her ability to manage challenging cases and provide guidance on advanced treatment approaches. 

Dr. McManaman’s career includes clinical and research roles at leading institutions such as the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, the Naval Medical Center San Diego, and the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital affiliate clinic in Charlotte, North Carolina, plus a role as Command Surgeon with the Joint Task Force Civil Support. She has served as a principal investigator for national clinical trials and has extensive experience helping families navigate complex diagnoses and treatment plans. 

In her free time, Dr. McManaman enjoys spending time with her family, staying active outdoors, and cooking. She frequently travels to visit her adult children and enjoys hiking and exploring new landscapes. Joanne’s newest hobby is locating Dambo Trolls- unique pieces of reclaimed wood turned into major artwork- around the world!