I chose primary care as my specialty because it's always been relationships that attracted me to medicine. That's the essence of primary care. You develop deep relationships with patients as you treat the variety of conditions they come in with, and those relationships become lifelong. Compassion and being a good listener are important skills, because patients come in with a... Read More about Annclaire Marie Dryer, PA

Dr. Craig Smith is a general surgeon who provides acute and critical care surgery for patients ages 18 and older. His services include general surgery; minimally invasive surgery; robotic surgery; peritoneal dialysis; and hernia surgery. Dr. Smith provides excellent surgical care to every patient, educating them on best care practices. Dr. Smith believes that knowing when not to operate is... Read More about Craig Smith, MD

I would consider myself to be a good listener. I think that just makes it easier to be passionate about caring for what people are going through or what problems they're facing. I think that's essential to primary care as well, just being able to listen, being in the other person shoes and having that compassion and empathy.

Kyle Christensen, DO, is a board eligible general surgeon. He graduated medical school from Rocky Vista University - College of Osteopathic Medicine in Parker, Colorado and completed his residency at Des Peres Hospital. Dr. Christensen practices general surgery for patients 18 years of age and older and has clinical interests in trauma and general surgical procedures. He is a member... Read More about Kyle Christensen, DO

Dr. Travis Cobb is a family medicine physician, who provides comprehensive primary care services for patients ages 12 and older. He offers general physical examinations, sports physicals, diagnosis and treatment of minor and acute illnesses, and monitoring and management of chronic diseases. He also coordinates with other specialists to provide additional guidance and support for his patients. As a dedicated... Read More about Travis Cobb, DO

Dr. Miller is Board-certified in family medicine and certified in obesity medicine. She uses telehealth services to conduct video office visits with current, established patients for: upper respiratory infection, sore throat, cough, seasonal allergies, skin rashes or lesions, mouth and cold sores, flu symptoms, conjunctivitis, UTI, gout, yeast infection and travel medication. A forward-facing camera and internet access are required,... Read More about Jessica Miller, MD

Erica Melrose, DO, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. She received her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. She completed her residency at Summa Health System - Akron City Hospital in Akron, Ohio. Dr. Melrose provides evidence-based prenatal care at every stage of pregnancy and enjoys continuity of care as the delivering physician in her... Read More about Erica Melrose, DO

Allison Haungs, MD is a board-certified family medicine physician. She graduated from the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine. Dr. Haungs completed her residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Haungs provides primary care to adults, ages 0 and up, with an interest in preventative medicine, women’s health, pediatrics and LGBT medicine.

Chizoba Ezepue, MD, is a board-certified vascular neurologist and completed a fellowship in neurointerventional surgery at Saint Louis University Hospital where he also served as a vascular neurology attending and adjunct assistant professor. Dr. Ezepue specializes in minimally invasive stroke management including; acute ischemic stroke, acute hemorrhagic stroke, arteriovenous malformations of the brain and spinal cord, venous sinus thrombosis, aneurysmal... Read More about Chizoba Ezepue, MD

Dr. Sturm is board certified in family medicine and a member of both the American Osteopathic Association and the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons. She received her medical degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Richmond Height Medical Center. Dr. Sturm treats patients of all ages from birth to seniors.

Dr. Jennings is board certified in family medicine. He completed his internship at Normandy Osteopathic Hospital – St. Louis. He completed his residency at Normandy Osteopathic Hospsital and earned his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has been in practice for more than 20 years.

Meet Dr. Mario Morales, medical director and weight-loss surgeon for SSM Health Weight Management Services. His holistic approach to patient care ensures the best treatment for each individual patient. Dr. Morales and his team offer continuous support and encouragement for patients every step of their weight loss journey. Dr. Mario P. Morales is a board-certified general surgeon who has additional... Read More about Mario Morales, MD

Seth Hepner is a board-eligible neurologist with special interests in neuro-immune conditions, movement disorders, headaches, epilepsy, stroke and concussions. Dr. Hepner received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and then completed his internship and residency in neurology from Barnes-Jewish Hospital. He has been in practice since 2013. In his spare time, Dr. Hepner enjoys cooking,... Read More about Seth Hepner, MD

Dr. Mattson is board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine training at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital - St. Louis. He completed his neurology residency at Harvard Medical School at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and The Children’s Hospital in... Read More about Daniel Mattson, MD

Rebecca Buwalda, FNP has a Master’s of Nursing from University of Missouri St. Louis and a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Maryville University in St. Louis, MO. She has a special interest in general family medical care of routine and acute problems. Rebecca sees patients 1.5 years of age and older.

A board-certified neurologist, Dr. Kaul attended medical school at A.C.P.M. Medical College in India and completed his residency training at Southern Illinois University, Department of Neurology, in Springfield. He has a PhD in neuroscience and has conducted extensive research in the field of Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders. Dr. Kaul’s experience includes treating stroke, neuropathy, epilepsy, infectious meningitis, migraines and... Read More about Siddharth Kaul, MD, PhD

Jacob Jackson, DO, MBA, is a board-certified general surgeon. He received his medical degree from A.T. Still University-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and his Master of Business Administration from Anderson University. He completed his general surgery residency at Des Peres Hospital. Dr. Jackson provides care to patients ages 18 and older and speaks competently in Spanish. His special interests include... Read More about Jacob Jackson, DO

Dr. Alshekhlee is board certified in neurology, vascular and interventional neurology, and clinical neurophysiology. He holds a bachelor's degree in medicine and surgery from the University of Baghdad, Iraq. He completed a residency in neurology and fellowship in neuromuscular diseases at University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio. He recently completed fellowship training in... Read More about Amer Alshekhlee, MD

Dr. Steven Drake is board certified in family medicine and sees patients from age 16 and up. Dr. Drake says he was "blessed to be born in Cardinal Nation" and is happy to be returning to his native St. Louis after a wonderful residency experience at Mercy Medical Center –North Iowa in Mason City. Dr. Drake’s medical degree is from... Read More about Steven Drake, MD

Joshua S. Glaser, MD, is board certified in general surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City. Dr. Glaser has completed extensive training in Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, an advanced approach to removing breast cancer. He performs... Read More about Joshua S. Glaser, MD