Overview
Dr. Henry Ideker is an otolaryngologist in St. Louis with fellowship training in sleep medicine and sleep surgery. He provides comprehensive ear, nose, and throat care for both adult and pediatric patients, with a clinical focus on the surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea, especially in individuals who are intolerant to CPAP therapy. Dr. Ideker utilizes advanced techniques including nasal, oropharyngeal, and hypopharyngeal surgeries, and neurostimulation therapies to help patients achieve better sleep and improved quality of life. His research interests center on clinical outcomes and optimizing patient selection for surgical treatment of sleep apnea. Dr. Ideker is an assistant professor with the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the International Surgical Sleep Society. Outside of medicine, Dr. Ideker enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, hiking, and staying active.
His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Ideker is board certified in 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 9 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
555 N. New Ballas Road, Suite 260, St. Louis, MO 63141
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ideker 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. Henry Ideker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Henry Ideker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Henry Ideker by calling their office at 314-617-2500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Henry Ideker a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Henry Ideker is classified as an Experienced expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, 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. Henry Ideker specialize in?
While Dr. Henry Ideker is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Throat Cancer, and Laryngeal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Henry Ideker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Henry Ideker has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Henry Ideker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Henry Ideker accept my insurance?
Dr. Henry Ideker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-2500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- EndoscopyDr. Ideker isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Ideker isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Ideker isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- Throat CancerDr. Ideker isExperienced. Learn about Throat Cancer.