The 20 Best Diaphragmatic Hernia Doctors Near Me in Saint Louis, MO

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The 20 Best Diaphragmatic Hernia Doctors near Saint Louis, MO

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Diaphragmatic Hernia near Saint Louis, MO. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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21 providers found
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 6110, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Barnes Hospital Washington University

    510 S Kingshighway Blvd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Herman is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Herman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Thanatophoric Dysplasia, Atresia of Small Intestine, Hernia, and Dandy-Walker Syndrome.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Barnes Hospital Washington University

    510 S Kingshighway Blvd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marilyn Siegel is a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Siegel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Cystic Fibrosis, and Atresia of Small Intestine.

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    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tsuyoshi Takahashi is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Takahashi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Cancer, Collapsed Lung, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beverly Brozanski is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Brozanski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, and High Blood Pressure in Infants.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tasnim Najaf is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Najaf is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Gerull is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gerull is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 6110, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine

    Saint Louis University

    3660 Vista Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Tsai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Block, Dextrocardia, Dextrocardia with Situs Inversus, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sujay Kulshrestha is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kulshrestha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Washington University

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Blatnik is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Blatnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Malabsorption, Achalasia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Blatnik is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Washington University

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mikhail Attaar is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Attaar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Attaar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    Washington University

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brendan Lovasik is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lovasik has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Lovasik is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Sloan is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sloan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janki Luther is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Luther is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma, Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Kozower is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kozower is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine

    Washington University Clinical Associates

    1110 Highlands Plaza Dr E Ste 375, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Groesch is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Groesch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Linear Nevus Sebaceous Syndrome, Phacomatosis Pigmentovascularis, Hypothalamic Hamartomas, and Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste A, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Vrecenak is a Pediatric Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Vrecenak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, DICER1 Syndrome, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Mercy Labs South LLC

    10010 Kennerly Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Judd is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Judd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Pleurisy, and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Internal Medicine
    3009 N Ballas Rd, Suite 387c, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Ban is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ban is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Multiple Myeloma, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ban is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Diaphragmatic Hernia?

    A diaphragmatic hernia is a birth defect in which there is an abnormal opening in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is the muscle between the chest and abdomen that helps you breathe. The abnormal opening allows part of the organs from the belly to move into the chest cavity near the lungs.

    When should I see a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Saint 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Saint 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Saint 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Saint 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Saint 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Saint 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diaphragmatic Hernia 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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