Overview

Dr. Thomas Sanford's clinical expertise is in general and pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat conditions), and sinus and nasal surgery. He conducts allergy testing in his SLUCare practice to diagnose inhalant allergies such as pollen, mold, and dust, and prescribes the appropriate treatment plans. Dr. Sanford's research interests include the role of inflammation in chronic head and neck disease. He serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Otolaryngic Allergy and Immunology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Sanford is a member of the American Board of Otolaryngology.

His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Infant Hearing Loss, Allergic Rhinitis, and Myringotomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Kansas University Medical Ctr School Of Medicine | University Of Kansas Medical Center

Residency

University of Kansas Medical Center - Kansas City

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in MO

Board Certifications

American Board Of Otolaryngology
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board Of Registration

Hospital Affiliations

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Home State Health
  • EPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Pediatrics Specialty Services - Grand Boulevard
1465 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Sanford 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.

Allergic Rhinitis
Chondrosarcoma
Adenoidectomy
Endoscopy
Tinnitus
Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis

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. Thomas Sanford

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Sanford?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas Sanford 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. Thomas Sanford a top-rated expert for Sinusitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas Sanford is classified as an Experienced expert for Sinusitis, 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. Thomas Sanford specialize in?

While Dr. Thomas Sanford is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Sinusitis, Empyema, and Infant Hearing Loss. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Thomas Sanford participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Thomas Sanford has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sinusitis. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas Sanford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Thomas Sanford accept my insurance?

Dr. Thomas Sanford 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

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