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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Mediastinitis near Saint Louis, MO. Of these, 17 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    19 providers found
      Grant V. Bochicchio
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      General Surgery

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      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 Mediastinitis. 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.

      Advanced in Mediastinitis
      Advanced in Mediastinitis

      Washington University

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

      Sanjeev Bhalla is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Bhalla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Myocardial Contusion, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Bhalla is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Mediastinitis
      Advanced in Mediastinitis

      Washington University

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

      Demetrios Raptis is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Raptis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Myocardial Contusion, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Mediastinitis. Dr. Raptis is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Pastuszko is a Thoracic Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Pastuszko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Double Aortic Arch, Vascular Ring, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Ventricular Septal Defects.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Experienced in Mediastinitis

      Ssm Health Care Group

      1201 S Grand Blvd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ramy Shoela is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Shoela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency, SVC Obstruction, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, and Caffey Disease. Dr. Shoela is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery

      Washington University

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

      Amit Pawale is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Pawale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Pawale is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Washington University

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

      George Patterson is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Radiology
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Radiology
      1 Barnes Jew Hosp Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gary Yu is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top area of expertise is Mediastinitis.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Japanese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tsuyoshi Kaneko is a Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kaneko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Kaneko is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Washington University

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

      Muhammad Masood is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Masood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Endocarditis, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Masood is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      General Surgery

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mark Hoofnagle is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hoofnagle has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hoofnagle is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Infectious Disease

      Washington University

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients

      Ige George is an Infectious Disease provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. George is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Cryptococcosis, Osteomyelitis, Sepsis, and Meningitis. Dr. George is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Experienced in Mediastinitis

      Washington University

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

      Adam Naylor is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Naylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Mediastinitis and Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation. Dr. Naylor is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Experienced in Mediastinitis

      Washington University

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

      Ryan Short is a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Short is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Short is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery

      Washington University

      St Louis, MO 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Ralph Damiano is a Thoracic Surgeon in St Louis, Missouri. Dr. Damiano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Damiano is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Washington University

      11133 Dunn Rd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (10.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kunal Kotkar is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kotkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Kotkar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

      Washington University

      3015 N Ballas Rd, 550 Digestive Disease Ctr, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Justin Vader is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Vader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Vader is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Infectious Disease
      3009 N Ballas Rd, Suite 130a, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Gutwein is an Infectious Disease provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gutwein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Cryptococcosis, and Lymphangitis.

      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Mediastinitis
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Washington University

      12634 Olive Blvd, 
      Saint Louis, MO 
       (14.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Daniel Picus is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Picus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Mediastinitis. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt, Arteriovenous Malformation, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Picus is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Mediastinitis?

      Mediastinitis is swelling and irritation (inflammation) of the chest area between the lungs (mediastinum). This area contains the heart, large blood vessels, windpipe (trachea), food tube (esophagus), thymus gland, lymph nodes, and connective tissue.

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

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

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

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