About
Dr. Casey Pickerill brings more than 25 years of family medicine experience to his Lafayette practice. He earned his BS from Purdue University, graduating Summa Cum Laude and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He went on to earn his MD from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Luke's Family Medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The American Board of Family Medicine has board certified him continuously since 1997, with recertifications in 2003, 2013, and 2025.
After residency, Dr. Pickerill joined his father, Dr. James Pickerill, a well-respected Lafayette family physician. They practiced side by side for five years, and Dr. Pickerill credits that time with shaping his understanding of medicine as a personal art. He served as President of the Medical Staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital and as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Franciscan Alliance, Western Indiana Region. He also taught first-year medical students through Indiana University School of Medicine's job shadowing program at Purdue from 2004 to 2010. His passion centers on risk reduction and helping patients achieve a high quality of life with fewer disruptive health events. Outside the practice, he volunteers with the American Heart Association and provides medical care for high school athletes. He and his wife Kathe have three sons: Nolan, Cal, and Kipp. He coaches his son's baseball games and enjoys exercising and woodworking in his spare time.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
BS, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana (Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
Medical School
MD, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana
Residency
St. Luke's Family Medicine, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Pickerill right for?
Dr. Pickerill is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a primary care physician. Patients focused on prevention, risk reduction, and maintaining quality of life will connect with his approach. He works especially well with those who value direct access and unhurried appointments. Adults managing chronic conditions or seeking proactive wellness planning benefit from his comprehensive annual evaluations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Pickerill specializes in family medicine and preventive medicine. His clinical focus centers on risk reduction, helping patients avoid disruptive health events through proactive care. He addresses fitness, nutrition, emotional well-being, and chronic disease prevention as part of each patient relationship.
Dr. Pickerill has practiced family medicine for more than 25 years. He earned his board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine in 1997 and has maintained it continuously, with recertifications in 2003, 2013, and 2025.
Dr. Pickerill earned his MD from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. He completed his residency at St. Luke's Family Medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Before medical school, he earned his BS from Purdue University, graduating Summa Cum Laude and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Yes, Dr. Pickerill holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He first received his certification in 1997 and has recertified in 2003, 2013, and 2025, reflecting a continuous commitment to current clinical standards.
Dr. Pickerill views medicine as a personal art built on science. He listens carefully to each patient's history and builds care decisions around what patients share with him. His focus on prevention means he works with patients to reduce health risks before problems arise.
Dr. Pickerill has served in several leadership roles. He was President of the Medical Staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital and Chairman of the Board of Directors for Franciscan Alliance, Western Indiana Region. From 2004 to 2010, he taught first-year medical students through Indiana University School of Medicine's job shadowing program at Purdue.
Dr. Pickerill sees adult patients seeking comprehensive primary and preventive care. He works well with patients managing chronic conditions, those focused on long-term wellness, and individuals who want a physician they can reach directly when urgent needs arise.
Dr. Pickerill has deep roots in Lafayette. After his residency, he joined his father, Dr. James Pickerill, a well-respected local family physician, and they practiced together for five years. He volunteers with the American Heart Association and provides medical care for local high school athletes.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026