Overview
Dr. Alshekhlee is board certified in neurology, vascular and interventional neurology, and clinical neurophysiology. He holds a bachelor's degree in medicine and surgery from the University of Baghdad, Iraq. He completed a residency in neurology and fellowship in neuromuscular diseases at University Hospitals of Cleveland, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio. He recently completed fellowship training in neurovascular and interventional neuroradiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, where he also serves as adjunct associate professor in the Department of Neurology and Psychiatry. He is published and has presented a number of papers.
Dr. Shekhlee is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Apoplexy, Stent Placement, and Thrombectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, Bridgeton, MO 63044
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. Amer A. Shekhlee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee by calling their office at 314-738-2770. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee is classified as an Elite expert for Stroke, 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. Amer A. Shekhlee specialize in?
While Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee is a Interventional Radiology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Stent Placement, and Brain Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Radiology.
Does Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee accept my insurance?
Dr. Amer A. Shekhlee accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-738-2770 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- StrokeDr. Shekhlee isElite. Learn about Stroke.
- Distinguished
- ApoplexyDr. Shekhlee isDistinguished. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Shekhlee isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Stent PlacementDr. Shekhlee isDistinguished. Learn about Stent Placement.
- Advanced
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Shekhlee isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- GastrostomyDr. Shekhlee isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Shekhlee isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- ThrombectomyDr. Shekhlee isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Shekhlee isAdvanced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Transmyocardial RevascularizationDr. Shekhlee isAdvanced. Learn about Transmyocardial Revascularization.
- Experienced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Shekhlee isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Shekhlee isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Shekhlee isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Shekhlee isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Shekhlee isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Shekhlee isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.