Family medicine provides lots of opportunities to help patients, but it also gives me a chance to hear their stories. Primary care providers need lots of different skills, but above all compassion and knowing how to listen. One of the best parts of any patient encounter is getting to hear someone's story: where they're from, how they got to where... Read More about Jason Matthew Maddox, DO

Dr. Steffes' practice is centered around caring for athletic injuries of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle for all ages. He emphasizes a holistic approach to address injuries and forms an individualized treatment plan for each patient centered on their needs and goals. If a patient does require surgery, he utilizes the latest in arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques.... Read More about Matthew Jude Steffes, MD

Preventive care is really the name of the game here. A lot of things that we do now can help the patient down the road many years to come. So, it's very important to explain to the patient that eating appropriately, exercising appropriately and really taking care of their body now will serve them wonderfully many decades to come.

The best part of my job is interacting with patients - identifying their problem in the initial consultation and creating a guided treatment plan. Then, in the operating room, I can address the problem and typically achieve a great result for the patient. As a fellowship-trained surgeon, I specialize in head and neck cancer surgery and reconstruction as well as... Read More about James Richard Martin, MD

I want my patients to know that all their care will be individualized. They will have my attention and engagement and we will work together to find an agreeable outcome on their condition. I work hard to make sure my patients are well cared for, managed, and feel heard. I hope my patients walk away with a sense that they... Read More about Sara Renee Kootman, CNP

It's important to have a primary care doctor that you visit on a yearly basis. The physicians at BJC Medical Group Primary Care at Barnes West are available to make that yearly checkup a reality. These providers are known for their enthusiasm, expertise, and collaboration with their patients. As a primary care practice, the physicians are well-equipped to handle sick... Read More about BJC Medical Group Primary Care at Barnes West

Neil Bobenhouse, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who sees infants 1 year and older, adolescents and adult patients. He provides preventive care, including annual wellness exams and vaccinations. Dr. Bobenhouse treats a wide range of conditions, including cold and flu symptoms, minor illnesses and injuries, ADHD, anxiety, asthma, COPD, depression, diabetes, heart failure, high blood pressure and hyperlipidemia.... Read More about Neil A Bobenhouse, MD

Caitlynn (Listello) Murphy, FNP, is a board-certified family medicine nurse practitioner who sees patients of all ages, including newborns, teens and adults. She provides preventive care, such as annual wellness exams, well-woman visits and vaccinations and manages acute and chronic illnesses. She treats a wide range of conditions, including asthma, cold and flu, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, chronic obstructive... Read More about Caitlynn Listello Murphy, FNP

Chris Chappell, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who sees patients 18 years and older. He provides preventative care, including annual wellness exams and vaccinations. He treats a wide range of conditions, including cold and flu symptoms, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, lung disease, chronic kidney disease, heart failure, excessive alcohol use, tobacco use, obesity, diabetes and... Read More about Christopher Chappell, DO

Dr. John Mays is an Internal Medicine physician, treating patients ages 18 and above. Dr. Mays earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He then went on to complete his internship and residency with Washington University School of Medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Patients can visit Dr. Mays for all primary care needs.

Kelsie Watson, FNP, chose the family medicine specialty after practicing in the acute care setting and caring for patients with chronic conditions. 'I was inspired to pursue an advanced practice nursing degree to help my patients manage chronic conditions and prevent progression to advanced disease,' Kelsie says. 'It's important for me to get to know my patients and their families... Read More about Kelsie A Watson, FNP