Overview
Dr. Alejandro Mendez-Castillo is an interventional radiologist, a specialist in minimal invasive techniques using image guidance. His areas of expertise include endovascular therapies for peripheral arterial and venous diseases; interventional oncology procedures such as thermal ablation of either benign or malignant tumors in different organs including lung, liver, kidney and bone; chemoembolization and radioembolization of liver tumors; and treatment of spine compression fractures using vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty techniques. In his practice, Dr. Mendez-Castillo uses multiplanar CT guidance to target lesions anywhere in the body for therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures, reducing treatment time and increasing accuracy. Dr. Mendez-Castillo is an assistant professor in the Department of Radiology, section of Vascular and Interventional Radiology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1201 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alejandro Mendez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alejandro Mendez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alejandro Mendez by calling their office at 314-257-1658. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alejandro Mendez a top-rated expert for Fibrolamellar Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alejandro Mendez is classified as an Experienced expert for Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alejandro Mendez specialize in?
While Dr. Alejandro Mendez is a Interventional Radiology, they have specific expertise in Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, and Visceromegaly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Radiology.
Does Dr. Alejandro Mendez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alejandro Mendez has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fibrolamellar Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Alejandro Mendez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alejandro Mendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alejandro Mendez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-1658 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Mendez isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AscitesDr. Mendez isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- CirrhosisDr. Mendez isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Mendez isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Liver FailureDr. Mendez isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1