The 20 Best Tracheoesophageal Fistula Doctors Near Me in Missouri, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Tracheoesophageal Fistula near Missouri, US. Of these, 12 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shawn St Peter is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. St Peter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahab Abdessalam is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Abdessalam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Pulmonary Sequestration, Choledocholithiasis, and Gastrointestinal Fistula.

    Advanced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 6110, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Augusto Zani is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics

    Medical Genetics At SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

    1465 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Stephen Braddock provides genetic evaluations, diagnoses, and counseling for patients of all ages. This includes services not exclusive to pediatric patients, but also prenatal counseling, cancer counseling, and adult genetic disorders. He specializes in delineation of new multiple malformation syndromes, dysmorphology, prevalence and variation of prenatal teratogen exposures and birth defects, and fetal alcohol syndrome. His research interests include teratology, fetal alcohol syndrome, and dysmorphology/syndrome delineation. Dr. Braddock is director of medical genetics and a professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Medical Genetics, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is a member of the American Society of Human Genetics, the Teratology Society, and the Organization of Teratogen Information Services. Dr. Braddock is a sports history/trivia buff, particularly baseball history. He owns two Babe Ruth baseball cards. Dr. Braddock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 20 Trisomy, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Coloboma, and CHARGE Syndrome. Dr. Braddock is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics & Genomics , American Board Of Pediatrics , Drug Enforcement Administration , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Dorothy And Larry Dallas Heart Center At SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

    1465 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Pastuszko, MD, is a pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in congenital heart surgery for patients of all ages. With over twenty years of experience, Dr. Pastuszko brings a deep commitment to precision, compassion, and long-term outcomes, while supporting families during some of the most vulnerable moments in their child's life. He performs surgical repairs for a wide range of congenital heart defects, including complex neonatal procedures such as the Ross operation, Norwood operation, arterial switch operation, and Ebstein's defect repair. His clinical focus includes brain protection strategies for newborns undergoing heart surgery, always keeping the child's future development and quality of life at the center of his care. He is a clinical professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. His research interests include neonatal and adult congenital heart surgery, with a particular focus on brain protection in children undergoing cardiac procedures. Dr. Pastuszko is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society, the Western Thoracic Surgical Association, the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association, and the American Heart Association. He also participates in Project Little Hearts, an annual mission trip to India providing heart surgeries for underprivileged children. When not practicing medicine, Dr. Pastuszko enjoys spending time with his daughters and his beloved dogs. Dr. Pastuszko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Ring, Double Aortic Arch, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Ventricular Septal Defects. Dr. Pastuszko is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery , American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Congenital Cardiac Surgery , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Plastic Surgery

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, 
    St. Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Brian Mailey is a plastic surgeon who uses the latest advances in care to treat both pediatric and adult patients. He performs surgical repair of cleft lip and cleft palate, as well as craniofacial reconstructive surgery for traumatic injuries. He specializes in hand surgery, as well as surgeries for problems of the upper extremities, such as lymphedema and brachial plexus injuries. One of Dr. Mailey's primary areas of interest is migraine surgery - a procedure that releases and decompresses nerves to alleviate migraine pain. Surgery may offer relief for long-time migraine patients who have tried other therapies without success. Dr. Mailey is an associate professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, where he also serves as division chief. Dr. Mailey offers cleft lip and cleft palate repair as a medical volunteer with the global nonprofit Operation Smile. Dr. Mailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Fasciitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Necrosis, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mailey is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery , American Board Of Surgery/Hand Surgery , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Thoracic Surgery

    Center For Cardiothoracic Surgery Inc

    10004 Kennerly Rd Ste 165B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hon Chi Suen is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Chi Suen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 6110, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elke Zani is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    General Surgery

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

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

    David Leonard is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Leonard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Rentea is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Rentea is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Bowel Incontinence, Imperforate Anus, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    General Surgery

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katharine Caldwell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Caldwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Synovial Sarcoma, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    General Surgery

    Office

    1965 S Fremont Ave Ste 230, 
    Springfield, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Beam is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Beam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Wandering Spleen, Post-Splenectomy Syndrome, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Hendrickson is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hendrickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Atresia of Small Intestine, Gastrostomy, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
    1020 Hitt St, 
    Columbia, MO 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yousef El-Gohary is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. El-Gohary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tracheoesophageal Fistula. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Hypoplasia, Biliary Atresia, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Splenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. El-Gohary is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Tracheoesophageal Fistula?

    A congenital abnormality of the esophagus in which the upper esophagus ends as a blind pouch and does not connect with the lower esophagus; it is often accompanied by a tracheoesophageal fistula. Signs and symptoms in a newborn with this abnormality include excessive salivation, choking, coughing, and the development of cyanosis and respiratory distress when fed.

    When should I see a Tracheoesophageal Fistula 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 Tracheoesophageal Fistula 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 Tracheoesophageal Fistula 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 Tracheoesophageal Fistula 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 Tracheoesophageal Fistula 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 Tracheoesophageal Fistula doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tracheoesophageal Fistula 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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