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

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The 20 Best Opisthotonos Doctors near St. Louis, MO

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Opisthotonos near St. Louis, MO. Of these, 26 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Pratap Chand
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Experienced in Opisthotonos

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., First Level, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pratap Chand specializes in movement disorders, deep brain stimulation, and botulinum toxin therapy. He uses electromyography guidance for botulinum toxin injection. His research interests include microelectrode recording during deep brain stimulation, and improving methods of programming deep brain stimulation. Dr. Chand is a professor in the Department of Neurology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Chand has worked as a neurologist in India, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Oman. He has presented his research work at international conferences, has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and has written several book chapters. Dr. Chand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Opisthotonos
    Advanced in Opisthotonos

    Washington University

    4455 Duncan Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Lithuanian, Romanian, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Neringa Juknis is a Physiatrist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Juknis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Spasticity. Dr. Juknis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Opisthotonos
    Advanced in Opisthotonos

    Washington University

    4455 Duncan Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Rimma Ruvinskaya is a Physiatrist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ruvinskaya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Ruvinskaya is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    915 N Grand Blvd # B719, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Audrey Leung is a Physiatrist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Neurogenic Bowel, Paraplegia, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Autonomic Dysreflexia. Dr. Leung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1315 Aubert Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Liebmann is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Liebmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess, Familial Hyperaldosteronism, and Hyperaldosteronism.

    Vikas Kumar
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Neurology
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Neurology

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Vikas Kumar, MD, PhD, is a neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist who is board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology. Dr. Kumar holds a bachelor's degree in medicine and surgery from Darbhanga Medical College, India and a medical degree in physiology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi and a PhD in molecular physiology and biophysics from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. He completed his residency in neurology and a fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology (EMG) at Saint Louis University School of Medicine where he also served as chief resident. In addition, he has research interest in molecular neurosciences. Besides practicing general neurology, he specializes in the treatment of ALS, myasthenia gravis, neuropathy, neuromuscular disorders and has special interest in Parkinson's disease, normal pressure hydrocephalus, headache, dementia. ""The challenges of complex neurological diseases and the specialty known for 'deductive reasoning' along with advancement in neurodiagnostic tools, therapy and collaborative approach, drive me each and every day to achieve compassionate patient care.""- Vikas Kumar, MD, PhD". Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Shingles, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Jennifer Bickhaus
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | General Surgery

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1031 Bellevue Ave., Suite 200, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jennifer Bickhaus is a gynecologic surgeon offering treatment of pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence and pelvic cysts. Her expertise includes sacral nerve stimulator implantation for treatment of incontinence, removal of vaginal mesh, intradetrusor Botox injections for treatment of overactive bladder, cystoscopy and urodynamic testing. She is experienced in robotic surgery techniques. Dr. Bickhaus's research interests include pelvic organ prolapse, complications from prolapse mesh, biomaterials for pelvic organ prolapse repair, urinary incontinence and urinary tract infections. Dr. Bickhaus is an assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women's Health, Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the American Urogynecologic Society and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Dr. Bickhaus enjoys hiking and exploring new places with her family. Dr. Bickhaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Uterine Prolapse, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, Oophorectomy, and Hysterectomy.

    Advanced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine

    Rick Hummel MD PC

    11155 Dunn Rd Ste 201N, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rick Hummel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hummel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Tomaculous Neuropathy, Septic Arthritis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, and Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine

    Delmar Primary Care Associates LLC

    5621 Delmar Blvd Ste 108, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dannie Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Williams has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pericarditis, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine

    Interventional Center For Pain

    5203 Chippewa St Ste 301, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Catanzaro is an Internal Medicine provider in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Catanzaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine

    Total Access Urgent Care PC

    6900 Chippewa St, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lundy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lundy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Viral Pharyngitis, Cellulitis, Tracheitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine

    Dedicated Missouri Holding LLC

    10990 New Halls Ferry Rd Ste 1, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Troy Dowers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Dowers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, Hepatitis, and Viral Pharyngitis.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine

    Total Access Urgent Care P.C.

    9556 Manchester Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mollie Spire is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Spire is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    3878 Pershall Road, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Cornish is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Cornish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, and Viral Pharyngitis.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine

    Better Hearing Clinic LLC

    30 Ronnies Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maung Kyaw is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kyaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Physiatry

    Florissant Medical Rehab. Group LLC

    1025 Dunn Rd, 
    Florissant, MO 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmed Ali is a Physiatrist in Florissant, Missouri. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Coccydynia, Cervical Spondylosis, and Fibromyalgia.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Family Medicine

    Office

    10700 Manchester Rd Ste E, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandhya Kurian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kurian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Viral Pharyngitis, Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, and Tracheitis.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Physiatry
    11365 Dorsett Road, 
    Maryland Heights, MO 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eugene Evra is a Physiatrist in Maryland Heights, Missouri. Dr. Evra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, and Liver Failure.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Pediatrics | Physiatry
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Pediatrics | Physiatry
    11365 Dorsett Road, 
    Maryland Heights, MO 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Zimmermann is a Physiatrist and a Pediatrics provider in Maryland Heights, Missouri. Dr. Zimmermann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. Her top areas of expertise are Focal Dystonia, Cerebral Palsy, Agyria Pachygyria Polymicrogyria, and Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria.

    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Opisthotonos
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Primary Care-Des Peres Road Suite 310

    1000 Des Peres Rd Ste 310, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Hilgeman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hilgeman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Opisthotonos. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Opisthotonos?

    Opisthotonos is a condition in which a person holds their body in an abnormal position. The person is usually rigid and arches their back, with their head thrown backward. If a person with opisthotonos lies on their back, only the back of their head and heels touch the surface they are on.

    When should I see an Opisthotonos doctor near 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 an Opisthotonos doctor near 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 Opisthotonos doctors near 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 Opisthotonos doctors near 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 an Opisthotonos doctor near 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 Opisthotonos doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Opisthotonos 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 Opisthotonos doctor near 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 Opisthotonos 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 Opisthotonos 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 Opisthotonos doctors near St. Louis, MO?

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

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