Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Cristian Popu

Internal Medicine
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
3635 Vista Ave, 
Saint Louis, MO 
Accepting New Patients
10 Years of Experience
Expertise in
3
conditions
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
3635 Vista Ave, 
Saint Louis, MO 

Overview

Cristian Popu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Dr. Popu is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty.

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

Graduate Year

2016

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MO

Hospital Affiliations

Ste Genevieve County Memorial Hospital
Mercy Hospital South
Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Home State Health
  • EPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
3635 Vista Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Other Locations
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
1400 US Highway 61, Festus, MO 63028

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

Lenalidomide-Associated Rhabdomyolysis Progressing to Bilateral Compartment Syndrome and Permanent Foot Drop.
Lenalidomide-Associated Rhabdomyolysis Progressing to Bilateral Compartment Syndrome and Permanent Foot Drop.
Journal: Case reports in oncological medicine
Published: March 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cristian Popu

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cristian Popu?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Cristian Popu by calling their office at 314-577-8762. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cristian Popu a top-rated expert for Cellulitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cristian Popu is classified as an Advanced expert for Cellulitis, 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. Cristian Popu specialize in?

While Dr. Cristian Popu is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Cellulitis, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Cristian Popu participate in research or clinical trials?

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

Does Dr. Cristian Popu accept my insurance?

Dr. Cristian Popu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-577-8762 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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