Overview
Dr. Kimberly Spence provides care for premature and extremely premature infants, normal and sick newborns, babies in Level II-IV neonatal intensive care, and offers consultation services for expectant mothers. She also treats babies who receive outpatient care in the high-risk nursery clinic. Dr. Spence is involved in palliative care, with particular interest in ethical issues related to end-of-life care. She specializes in quality improvement initiatives and neonatal abstinence syndrome. Her research interests include the improvement of care to the families of infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome. Dr. Spence is an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
Dr. Spence is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Chromosome 13q Duplication, Trisomy 13, and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kimberly Spence
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Spence?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Spence by calling their office at 314-577-5663. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kimberly Spence a top-rated expert for Chromosome 13q Duplication?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kimberly Spence is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chromosome 13q Duplication, 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. Kimberly Spence specialize in?
While Dr. Kimberly Spence is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Chromosome 13q Duplication, Trisomy 13, and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Kimberly Spence participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kimberly Spence has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chromosome 13q Duplication. You can view a list of Dr. Kimberly Spence's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kimberly Spence accept my insurance?
Dr. Kimberly Spence accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Health Alliance. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-577-5663 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Chromosome 13q DuplicationDr. Spence isDistinguished. Learn about Chromosome 13q Duplication.
- Trisomy 13Dr. Spence isDistinguished. Learn about Trisomy 13.
- Advanced
- Neonatal Abstinence SyndromeDr. Spence isAdvanced. Learn about Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.