The 20 Best Stroke Doctors Near Me in Lake St. Louis, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Stroke near Lake St. Louis, MO. Of these, 25 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke
    100 Medical Plaza, Department Of Radiology, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Lewis Halverson is a radiologist with Radiologic Imaging Consultants. Dr. Halverson is a board-certified radiologist. He graduated from Washington University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Jewish Hospital of St. Louis. Dr. Halverson served as Radiology Department Chairman. His clinical interest is interventional radiology. Dr. Halverson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Halverson is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Pain Medicine | Physiatry
    Advanced in Stroke
    Pain Medicine | Physiatry
    100 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Gasper is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Gasper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Stroke, Rhabdomyolysis, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Gasper is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine | Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine | Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, Hospitalists, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Hellenga is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hellenga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Sepsis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hellenga is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    100 Medical Plaza, Department Of Radiology, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Mahbubul Patwary is an interventional radiologist with Radiologic Imaging Consultants. Dr. Patwary completed his undergraduate studies at SUNY in Buffalo, New York. He subsequently obtained his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine. He completed a preliminary surgery internship at Harbor UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Patwary completed his diagnostic radiology residency at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, New York, an affiliate of Mount Sinai Hospital and School of Medicine. He graduated with a fellowship in vascular interventional radiology from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He performs all aspects of vascular and interventional procedures including treatment of solid organ tumors, prostate embolization for lower urinary symptoms, women's health interventions for fibroids and pelvic congestion, as well as palliative pain management. Dr. Patwary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Neuroendocrine Tumor, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft. Dr. Patwary is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Interventional Radiology & Diagnostic Radiology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    300 Medical Plaza, Suite 221, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prityi Rani, MD, is a board-eligible neurologist who sees patients 18 years of age and older. She obtained her medical degree from Sri Krishna Medical College in India, where she also completed her internship. She completed her residency in Neurology at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Dr. Rani is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, International Headache Society, and the Indian Medical Association. She has special medical interests in headaches and stroke. Dr. Rani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Memory Loss, Parkinson's Disease, Migraine, and Posterior Fossa Decompression. Dr. Rani is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 Medical Plaza, Suite 200, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Hinton, MD, is an internist and pediatrician who provides comprehensive primary care services on an outpatient basis for patients of all ages, from newborns to adults. He specializes in preventive care; diagnosing, treating, and managing common conditions; and identifying and addressing mental health issues. Dr. Hinton provides quality medical care for his patients, while empowering them to take better care of themselves. Utilizing current medical therapies and positive behavior, he encourages his patients to have the best mind, body, and spirit possible. His patients appreciate how compassionate, thorough, reliable, and friendly he is during their office visits, taking the time to listen to their concerns and answer questions accordingly. Dr. Hinton is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Board of Internal Medicine. Fun fact: Dr. Hinton never considered a career in medicine until he took his first biology class in college. Dr. Hinton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hinton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Pediatrics , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 Medical Plaza, Suite 200, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. VanGundy is board certified in family medicine. He completed his internship at Genesis Education Foundation-University of Iowa and then completed his residency at the Quad Cities Practice Program. Dr. VanGundy earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in Iowa City. He has been practicing in St. Charles County since 2001 and has been with SSM since 2003. Dr. VanGundy has a special medical interest in sports medicine and pediatrics. Dr. VanGundy 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, and a tablet or computer/laptop may be used. Telehealth appointments can be scheduled online through MyChart. Dr. Vangundy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Vangundy is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    1002 Peruque Crossing Court, Suite 101, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Weikart is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Weikart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Fainting, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Weikart is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    SSM St Charles Clinic Medical Group

    400 Medical Plz Ste 200, 
    Lake Saint Louis, MO 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Pyomyositis, Aortic Dissection, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Hypertension, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Experienced in Stroke
    Palliative Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Palliative Medicine | Internal Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, Hospitalists, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jingjuan Min is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Min is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Min is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Hospice & Palliative Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, Hospitalists, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Krishna Syamala is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Syamala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Sepsis, Apoplexy, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Syamala is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandhya Grandhi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Grandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Radiation Enteritis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Grandhi is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    10 Macleod Court, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmet Guler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Guler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Guler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration , and The National Board Of Physicians And Surgeons.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Family Medicine

    Office

    5551 Winghaven Blvd Ste 142, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nelson Usry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Usry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Idiopathic Edema.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Urology Of St. Louis

    Neurosurgery Of St Louis, 5301 Veterans Pkwy, Suite 105, 
    St. Peters, MO 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Purvines is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in St. Peters, Missouri. Dr. Purvines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Advanced Bone And Joint

    5200, Executive Centre Parkway, Ste 300, 
    St. Peters, MO 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zachary Fallon is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in St. Peters, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Fallon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Hemiplegia, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1475 Kisker Road, Suite 200, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Hu is board certified in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree at the University of Missouri-Columbia and completed his internship and residency there as well. Dr. Hu has been practicing in St. Charles since 1986 and has been with SSM Health since 1988. He has been very active in the community. Dr. Hu has a special interest in preventive medicine. Dr. Hu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Hu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1475 Kisker Road, Suite 200, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Tom Gutmann is board certified in internal medicine and sees patients from age 18 through the senior years. Dr. Gutmann has been in private practice since 1995. He earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Upon completing his training, Dr. Gutmann came back to the St. Louis area, where he practiced in Alton, IL for 12 years and then in St. Louis County for six years before joining SSM Medical Group in 2013. Dr. Gutmann's particular areas of interest include diabetes, sports and exercise. Outside of the office, he enjoys time with his family, and participates in triathlons, water sports and bicycling. Dr. Gutmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Congenital Hypothyroidism, and Newborn Jaundice. Dr. Gutmann is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    BJC Medical Group At St. Peters

    201 Bjc Saint Peters Dr Ste 200, 
    Saint Peters, MO 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Turpin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Peters, Missouri. Dr. Turpin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Ssm Health St. Joseph-Wentzville

    500 Medical Dr, 
    Wentzville, MO 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Turk is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wentzville, Missouri. Dr. Turk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Headache, Cardiac Arrest, Gout, and Bronchitis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Stroke?

    A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

    If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

    A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

    When should I see a Stroke doctor near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Stroke doctor near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Stroke doctors near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Stroke doctors near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Stroke doctor near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stroke doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Stroke doctor near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Stroke doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Stroke doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Stroke doctors near Lake St. Louis, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Stroke doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stroke doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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