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    MediFind found 78 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near Missouri, US. Of these, 64 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    78 providers found
      Elite in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shawn St. Peter is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. St. Peter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. St. Peter is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Distinguished in Appendicitis

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vincent Mellnick is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Mellnick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Aneurysm Repair, and Splenectomy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery
      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Snyder is a Pediatric Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Snyder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Snyder is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Juang is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Juang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pneumothorax, Appendicitis, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Juang is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Pablo Aguayo is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Aguayo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Atresia of Small Intestine, Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Aguayo is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | Pediatrics

      Washington University

      1 Childrens Pl, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Augusto Zani is a Pediatric Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Heartland Regional Medical Center

      802 N Riverside Rd, G50 Mosaic Life Care, 
      St Joseph, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Khang Le is a General Surgeon in St Joseph, Missouri. Dr. Le is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Appendicitis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Le is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      404 N Keene St, 
      Columbia, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Ashwin Pimpalwar is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Pimpalwar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Umbilical Hernia, Omphalocele, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pimpalwar is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      1465 S Grand Blvd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Gustavo Villalona is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Villalona is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Villalona is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | Pediatrics | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | Pediatrics | General Surgery
      1465 S Grand Blvd, Pediatric Surgery, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Colleen Fitzpatrick is a Pediatric Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Fitzpatrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Necrotizing Granuloma, Viral Gastroenteritis, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Fraser is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Fraser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Fraser is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery | Pediatrics
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery | Pediatrics
      One Hospital Dr, 
      Columbia, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Melvyn Karp is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Karp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly. Dr. Karp is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery

      The Childrens Mercy Hospital

      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Hendrickson is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hendrickson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Atresia of Small Intestine, Gastrostomy, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Hendrickson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc

      601 S 169 Hwy, 
      Smithville, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Leo Benedict is a General Surgeon in Smithville, Missouri. Dr. Benedict is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Appendectomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Benedict is currently accepting new patients.

      Isaiah R. Turnbull
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery | Anesthesiology
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery | Anesthesiology

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Isaiah Turnbull is a General Surgeon and an Anesthesiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Turnbull is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Hernia Surgery, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Turnbull is currently accepting new patients.

      Siddharth K. Jain
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Practice
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Practice
      619 N Providence Rd, 
      Columbia, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Siddharth Jain is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Jain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Angioedema, Hereditary Angioedema, Hives, and Appendicitis.

      Grant V. Bochicchio
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Grant Bochicchio is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Bochicchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Bochicchio is currently accepting new patients.

      John E. Mazuski
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery
      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Div Surg Accs, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Mazuski is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Mazuski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Appendectomy.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Radiology | Neuroradiology
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      Radiology | Neuroradiology

      Ernst Radiology Clinic Inc

      12303 Depaul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Mattingly is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Mattingly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Stroke, Premature Ovarian Failure, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Appendicitis
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      Heartland Regional Medical Center

      802 N Riverside Rd, G50 Mosaic Life Care, 
      St Joseph, MO 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Scott Wade is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in St Joseph, Missouri. Dr. Wade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Wade is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Appendicitis?

      Appendicitis is a condition in which your appendix gets inflamed. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the end of the large intestine.

      When should I see an Appendicitis doctor in Missouri, US?

      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 an Appendicitis doctor in Missouri, US?

      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 Appendicitis doctors in Missouri, US?

      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 Appendicitis doctors in Missouri, US?

      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 an Appendicitis doctor in Missouri, US?

      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 Appendicitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendicitis 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 an Appendicitis doctor in Missouri, US?

      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 Appendicitis 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 Appendicitis 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 Appendicitis doctors in Missouri, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis 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 an Appendicitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendicitis 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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