Overview
Jafar Kafaie is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Dr. Kafaie is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
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Locations
1201 S Grand Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63104
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 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jafar Kafaie
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jafar Kafaie?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jafar Kafaie by calling their office at 314-257-1490. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jafar Kafaie a top-rated expert for Peripheral Neuropathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jafar Kafaie is classified as an Advanced expert for Peripheral Neuropathy, 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. Jafar Kafaie specialize in?
While Dr. Jafar Kafaie is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Peripheral Neuropathy, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Jafar Kafaie participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jafar Kafaie has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy. You can view a list of Dr. Jafar Kafaie's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jafar Kafaie accept my insurance?
Dr. Jafar Kafaie accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-257-1490 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Kafaie isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Kafaie isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Kafaie isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- Experienced
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Kafaie isExperienced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Kafaie isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Kafaie isExperienced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Chronic PainDr. Kafaie isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis