Overview
The Society of Hospital Medicine defines a hospitalist as a physician who delivers comprehensive medical care to acutely ill, hospitalized patients. Dr. Joseph Wheeler is a hospitalist who treats adult patients at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. He has a special interest in biochemistry research. Dr. Wheeler is an associate professor of internal medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He remains actively involved in the medical fraternity Phi Rho Sigma, serving in national-level leadership for the organization. Dr. Wheeler is a runner who has completed his first half-marathon.
His clinical expertise encompasses Staphylococcal Meningitis, Sepsis, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.
Dr. Wheeler is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.
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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. Joseph R. Wheeler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler by calling their office at 314-617-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler a top-rated expert for Staphylococcal Meningitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler is classified as an Experienced expert for Staphylococcal Meningitis, 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. Joseph R. Wheeler specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Staphylococcal Meningitis, Sepsis, and Necrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Staphylococcal Meningitis. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph R. Wheeler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- ApoplexyDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- ChickenpoxDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Chickenpox.
- EndoscopyDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrostomyDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- NecrosisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Neurotoxicity SyndromesDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Neurotoxicity Syndromes.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- SepsisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Sepsis.
- Staphylococcal MeningitisDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Staphylococcal Meningitis.
- StrokeDr. Wheeler isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.