The 20 Best Craniosynostosis Doctors Near Me in Missouri, US

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The 20 Best Craniosynostosis Doctors in Missouri, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Craniosynostosis near Missouri, US. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Arshad Muzaffar
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Hand Surgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Hand Surgery

    HQ Eyes LLC

    100 Medical Dr, 
    Hannibal, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arshad Muzaffar is a Hand Surgeon in Hannibal, Missouri. Dr. Muzaffar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Plagiocephaly, Metopic Ridge, Fasciotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 4S20, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Strahle is a Neurosurgery provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Strahle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Office

    9081 NE 81st Ter, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Virender Singhal is a Plastic Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Singhal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top area of expertise is Craniosynostosis.

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    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 4S20, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Mcevoy is a Neurosurgery provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Mcevoy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Syringomyelia, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Curators Of The University Of Missouri

    1 Hospital Dr, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tomoko Tanaka is a Neurosurgery provider in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Tanaka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Seizures, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Posterior Fossa Decompression.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Office

    3220 Bluff Creek Dr Ste 107, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leslie Shock is a Plastic Surgeon in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Shock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, and Abdominal Wall Surgery.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Curators Of The University Of Missouri

    1 Hospital Dr, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Huan Nguyen is a Plastic Surgeon in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Plagiocephaly, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Pierre Robin Sequence, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kamlesh Patel is a Plastic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Midline Cleft of Lower Lip, Micrognathia, Lambdoid Synostosis, and Baller-Gerold Syndrome.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Mosaic Life Care Plastic Surgery & Dermatology

    5204 N Belt Hwy, 
    Saint Joseph, MO 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Mcewan is a Plastic Surgeon in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Dr. Mcewan has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, and Plagiocephaly.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

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

    Alison Snyder is a Plastic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Snyder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Poland Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Huang is a Plastic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Hand Surgery

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste G, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Pet is a Hand Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Pet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Scaphoid Non-Union, Melanoma, Kienbock's Disease, Compartment Syndrome, and Nerve Decompression.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Washington University

    11125 Dunn Rd Ste 100, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kumar Vasudevan is a Neurosurgery provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Vasudevan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and Hydrocephalus.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    1229 E Seminole St Ste 220, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Luke Smith is a Neurosurgery provider in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Effusion, Cystic Hygroma, Hygroma Cervical, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 6G, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachel Anolik is a Plastic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Anolik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Hand Surgery

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jana Dengler is a Hand Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Dengler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Erb's Palsy, and Craniosynostosis.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

    The Curators Of The University Of Missouri

    404 N Keene St, Suite 101, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Sidlow is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Sidlow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome, Hypotonia, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, and Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome. Dr. Sidlow is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    General Surgery

    Curators Of The University Of Missouri

    1 Hospital Dr, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carolyn Quinsey is a General Surgeon in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Quinsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

    3635 Vista Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lauren Yarholar is a Plastic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Yarholar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Newborn Head Molding, Breast Enlargement In Males, Bifid Nose, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Craniosynostosis?

    Craniosynostosis is a birth defect in which one or more sutures on a baby's head closes earlier than usual.

    The skull of an infant or young child is made up of bony plates that are still growing. The borders at which these plates intersect are called sutures or suture lines. The sutures allow for growth of the skull. They normally close (fuse) by the time the child is 2 or 3 years old.

    Early closing of a suture causes the baby to have an abnormally shaped head. This may limit brain growth.

    When should I see a Craniosynostosis 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 a Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 a Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis 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 Craniosynostosis doctors in Missouri, US?

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

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