Overview
Dr. Ghassan Kamel specializes in acute and chronic pulmonary disorders, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and emphysema. He offers the latest in COPD and asthma treatment options, such as biologic therapies at the SLUCare Airway and Breathing Clinic. In addition, he provides care for critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). Dr. Kamel's research interests include asthma and COPD therapies, palliative care in the ICU, medical education and physician burnout and wellness. Dr. Kamel is an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is the director of the medical intensive care unit at SSM Health Saint Louis University hospital. He is a member of the American Thoracic Society and a fellow of American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Kamel is fluent in English, French and Arabic.
His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Simple Pulmonary Eosinophilia, Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Kamel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kamel 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.
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. Ghassan Kamel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ghassan Kamel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ghassan Kamel by calling their office at 314-617-2617. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ghassan Kamel a top-rated expert for Cystic Fibrosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ghassan Kamel is classified as an Experienced expert for Cystic Fibrosis, 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. Ghassan Kamel specialize in?
While Dr. Ghassan Kamel is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Cystic Fibrosis, Gastrostomy, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Ghassan Kamel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ghassan Kamel has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cystic Fibrosis. You can view a list of Dr. Ghassan Kamel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ghassan Kamel accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghassan Kamel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-2617 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AsthmaDr. Kamel isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Chronic Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Kamel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- COVID-19Dr. Kamel isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- Cystic FibrosisDr. Kamel isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Fibrosis.
- Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Kamel isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Pneumonia.