Overview
Dr. Joshua Sappington specializes in diseases of the ear, treating both children and adults. He performs lateral skull base surgery and ear surgery, and treats facial nerve disorders, hearing loss, acoustic neuromas, sensorineural hearing loss, and specializes in cochlear implants and bone-anchored hearing aids. His services include: surgery for deafness; surgery for facial paralysis; head and neck tumors; and Meniere's disease. Research interests include: hearing outcomes in chronic ear surgery; outcomes of skull base surgery; management of skull base lesions; and treatment of patients with facial nerve paralysis and paresis. Dr. Sappington is an assistant professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Otology and Neurotology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the North American Skull Base Society, and the American Neurotologic Society. His interests include fly fishing, cycling, reading, traveling and golf.
Dr. Sappington is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Facial Paralysis, and Jones Syndrome.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Sappington 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
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Craig Buchman is an Otolaryngologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Buchman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Acoustic Neuroma.
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Jacques Herzog is an Otolaryngologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Herzog is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Hearing Loss, Schwannoma, Infant Hearing Loss, and Mastoidectomy.
Washington University School Of Medicine
Patrik Pipkorn is an Otolaryngologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Pipkorn is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joshua Sappington
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Sappington?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua Sappington by calling their office at 314-268-4010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joshua Sappington a top-rated expert for Infant Hearing Loss?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joshua Sappington is classified as an Advanced expert for Infant Hearing Loss, 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. Joshua Sappington specialize in?
While Dr. Joshua Sappington is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Facial Paralysis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Joshua Sappington participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joshua Sappington has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Infant Hearing Loss. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua Sappington's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joshua Sappington accept my insurance?
Dr. Joshua Sappington accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-268-4010 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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- DFNB1Dr. Sappington isAdvanced. Learn about DFNB1.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Sappington isAdvanced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Sappington isAdvanced. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Jones SyndromeDr. Sappington isAdvanced. Learn about Jones Syndrome.
- OtitisDr. Sappington isAdvanced. Learn about Otitis.
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Sappington isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Allergic RhinitisDr. Sappington isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Sappington isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- CholesteatomaDr. Sappington isExperienced. Learn about Cholesteatoma.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Sappington isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- EmpyemaDr. Sappington isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.