Expertise in
23
conditions

Dr. Benjamin Z. Root

Gastroenterology
Specialist In Gastroenterology
11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
Saint Louis, MO 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
23
conditions
Specialist In Gastroenterology
11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
Saint Louis, MO 

Overview

Benjamin Root is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Dr. Root is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Root is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital
Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Specialist In Gastroenterology
11525 Olde Cabin Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63141

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Root 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.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

1 Total Publications

Efficacy and safety of therapeutic ERCP in patients with cirrhosis: a large multicenter study.
Efficacy and safety of therapeutic ERCP in patients with cirrhosis: a large multicenter study.
Journal: Gastrointestinal endoscopy
Published: January 29, 2015
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Specialist In Gastroenterology

11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
Saint Louis, MO 
 (0.1 miles away)
314-997-0554
Languages Spoken:
English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Benjamin Z. Root

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Z. Root?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Z. Root by calling their office at 314-997-0554. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Benjamin Z. Root a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Benjamin Z. Root is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, 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. Benjamin Z. Root specialize in?

While Dr. Benjamin Z. Root is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, and Turcot Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Benjamin Z. Root participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Benjamin Z. Root has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. You can view a list of Dr. Benjamin Z. Root's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Benjamin Z. Root accept my insurance?

Dr. Benjamin Z. Root accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-997-0554 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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