Overview
Dr. Kevin Chen is a plastic surgeon who specializes in cleft lip, cleft palate and craniofacial surgery for pediatric patients. In addition, he offers general plastic surgery for adults, including facial reconstruction after traumatic injury, facial paralysis surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery. Dr. Chen's services include: cleft lip and cleft palate repair, skull and jaw repair, general pediatric plastic surgery, rhinoplasty (nose jobs), facelifts and blepharoplasty (eyelid lifts). He uses the latest advances in his practice, such as distraction osteogenesis - a bone lengthening technique - and incorporates novel materials into facial reconstruction procedures. His research interests include applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning for plastic surgery; 3D printing; novel imaging techniques to limit radiation; and novel biomaterials. Dr. Chen is assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He makes medical mission trips to offer pediatric plastic surgery to refugees.
His top areas of expertise are Bifid Nose and Autosomal Cleft Palate.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
301 Caledonia Parkway, Suite 220, O Fallon, MO 63368
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. Kevin Chen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin Chen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kevin Chen 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. Kevin Chen a top-rated expert for Bifid Nose?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin Chen is classified as an Experienced expert for Bifid Nose, 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. Kevin Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin Chen is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Bifid Nose, Autosomal Cleft Palate. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Kevin Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Chen has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bifid Nose. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin Chen 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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- Autosomal Cleft PalateDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Cleft Palate.
- Bifid NoseDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Bifid Nose.