Overview
Dr. Alex Befeler treats patients for autoimmune liver disease, liver cancer, complications of cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. He sees patients before and after liver transplantation and serves as the medical director of liver transplantation. In his practice, he uses the latest treatment options, including sorafenib therapy for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma. His research interests include liver cancer markers and treatment, and hepatitis C treatment before and after liver transplantation. Dr. Befeler is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
Dr. Befeler is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.
Dr. Befeler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Transplant Hepatology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Befeler is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Befeler has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
2 Clinical Trials
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Washington University
Chandra Gyawali is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gyawali is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Gyawali is currently accepting new patients.
Washington University
Vladimir Kushnir is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kushnir is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Bile Duct Obstruction, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kushnir is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alex S. Befeler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alex S. Befeler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alex S. Befeler by calling their office at 314-257-3760. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alex S. Befeler a top-rated expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex S. Befeler is classified as an Distinguished expert for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), 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. Alex S. Befeler specialize in?
While Dr. Alex S. Befeler is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Hepatitis, and Visceromegaly. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Alex S. Befeler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alex S. Befeler has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). You can view a list of Dr. Alex S. Befeler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alex S. Befeler accept my insurance?
Dr. Alex S. Befeler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-3760 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AscitesDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Ascites.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- HepatitisDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hepatorenal SyndromeDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatorenal Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- VisceromegalyDr. Befeler isDistinguished. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Advanced
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- CholangitisDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- JaundiceDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver CancerDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Spontaneous Bacterial PeritonitisDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Befeler isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Budd-Chiari SyndromeDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Budd-Chiari Syndrome.
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholestasisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.
- EndoscopyDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- HemochromatosisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Hemochromatosis.
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- Hepatitis BDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis B.
- HepatoblastomaDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Hepatoblastoma.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Liver TransplantDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- ObesityDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Polycystic Kidney DiseaseDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Kidney Disease.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Small Bowel Bacterial OvergrowthDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Befeler isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.