Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary

Neurology
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
Saint Louis, MO 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
9
conditions
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
Saint Louis, MO 

Overview

Arun Varadhachary is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Dr. Varadhachary is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Varadhachary is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in MO

Hospital Affiliations

Barnes-Jewish St Peters Hospital
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
Barnes Jewish Hospital
Memorial Hospital
Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Essence Healthcare
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Locations

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 63110

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.

3 Clinical Trials

Open-Label Extension of the HOPE-2 Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Trial
Open-Label Extension of the HOPE-2 Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: November 03, 2025
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Drug: CAP-1002 Allogeneic Cardiosphere-Derived Cells
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 2, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Intravenous Delivery of Allogeneic Cardiosphere-Derived Cells in Subjects With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
A Phase 2, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Intravenous Delivery of Allogeneic Cardiosphere-Derived Cells in Subjects With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 28, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 1, Open-label, Dose Escalation Study to Evaluate the Safety and Preliminary Efficacy of Orally Administered (+)-Epicatechin in Patients With Becker or Becker-like Muscular Dystrophy With Continued Ambulation Past 16 Years of Age
A Phase 1, Open-label, Dose Escalation Study to Evaluate the Safety and Preliminary Efficacy of Orally Administered (+)-Epicatechin in Patients With Becker or Becker-like Muscular Dystrophy With Continued Ambulation Past 16 Years of Age
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 23, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: (+)-Epicatechin
Study Phase: Phase 1
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16 Total Publications

Deramiocel heart-derived cellular therapy in advanced Duchenne muscular dystrophy (HOPE-3): a phase 3, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Deramiocel heart-derived cellular therapy in advanced Duchenne muscular dystrophy (HOPE-3): a phase 3, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Journal: Lancet (London, England)
Published: March 26, 2026
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What conditions does Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary specialize in?

While Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Primary Lateral Sclerosis. You can view a list of Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Arun S. Varadhachary accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-362-5130 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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