About Us

Administrative Staff

Robert Esker

Chief Operating Officer

Bob Esker

A native of Effingham, Bob has been a member of St. Anthony’s team for 25 years. In his role, Bob is responsible for day-to-day operations of most hospital outpatient services as well as Medical Staff administration. Bob received his Master of Arts in Health Administration from University of Illinois in Springfield, Illinois. He also has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology from Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.