Overview
Dr. Charles Huddleston performs surgery on children with acquired and congenital heart and lung diseases. He specializes in pediatric heart and lung transplantation, congenital heart surgery, and chest wall deformities, and uses innovative methods that include the Ross procedure and arrhythmia surgery. Dr. Huddleston is interested in research that investigates heart rhythm abnormalities in children with congenital heart disease, and quality performance. He is a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Huddleston is a member of the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. As part of his commitment to medical mission work, he developed a congenital heart surgery program in Panama. He has served as a captain in the United States Navy Reserves for over 20 years.
His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Tetralogy of Fallot, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant.
Dr. Huddleston is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery , American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Congenital Cardiac Surgery , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 48 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Huddleston is currently accepting new patients.
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- HMO
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
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Locations
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charles B. Huddleston
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charles B. Huddleston?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charles B. Huddleston by calling their office at 314-577-5674. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charles B. Huddleston a top-rated expert for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charles B. Huddleston is classified as an Experienced expert for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), 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. Charles B. Huddleston specialize in?
While Dr. Charles B. Huddleston is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Charles B. Huddleston participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Charles B. Huddleston has published 48 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). You can view a list of Dr. Charles B. Huddleston's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Charles B. Huddleston accept my insurance?
Dr. Charles B. Huddleston accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-577-5674 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Heart TransplantDr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)Dr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
- Immune Defect due to Absence of ThymusDr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Immune Defect due to Absence of Thymus.
- Lung TransplantDr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Lung Transplant.
- Tetralogy of FallotDr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Tetralogy of Fallot.
- ThymectomyDr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.
- Tricuspid RegurgitationDr. Huddleston isExperienced. Learn about Tricuspid Regurgitation.