The 20 Best Heart Transplant Doctors near Saint Louis, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Heart Transplant near Saint Louis, MO. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Canter is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Canter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Pediatric Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Dorothy And Larry Dallas Heart Center At SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

    1465 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vernat Exil is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Exil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Muscle Atrophy, Heart Failure, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Exil is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 5S50, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pirooz Eghtesady is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Eghtesady is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Tetralogy of Fallot, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, and Heart Transplant.

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    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Joynt is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Joynt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Attack, COVID-19, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    Washington University School Of Medicine

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Pawale is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Pawale is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Cardiac Diverticulum, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janet Scheel is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Scheel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Neutropenia and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aecha Ybarra is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Ybarra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 8A, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Masood is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Masood is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Endocarditis, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alicia Kamsheh is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Kamsheh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tetralogy of Fallot, Pediatric Myocarditis, Myocarditis, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepa Mokshagundam is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Mokshagundam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Heart Failure, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Glatz is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Glatz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Ventricular Septum, Pulmonary Atresia, Tetralogy of Fallot, Stent Placement, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daisuke Kobayashi is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kobayashi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Artery Fistula, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Washington University

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nancy Sweitzer is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sweitzer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Transplant, and Angioplasty. Dr. Sweitzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Liu is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linda Peterson is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Gastric Bypass, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Office

    1 Childrens Pl Ste 2D, 
    Saint Louis,, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lakshmi Gokanapudy is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis,, Missouri. Dr. Gokanapudy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anh Le is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Le is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Dorothy And Larry Dallas Heart Center At SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

    1465 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Charles Huddleston performs surgery on children with acquired and congenital heart and lung diseases. He specializes in pediatric heart and lung transplantation, congenital heart surgery, and chest wall deformities, and uses innovative methods that include the Ross procedure and arrhythmia surgery. Dr. Huddleston is interested in research that investigates heart rhythm abnormalities in children with congenital heart disease, and quality performance. He is a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Huddleston is a member of the Southern Thoracic Surgical Association and the American Association for Thoracic Surgery. As part of his commitment to medical mission work, he developed a congenital heart surgery program in Panama. He has served as a captain in the United States Navy Reserves for over 20 years. Dr. Huddleston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Tetralogy of Fallot, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Heart Transplant, and Thymectomy. Dr. Huddleston is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery , American Board Of Thoracic Surgery-Congenital Cardiac Surgery , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    General Surgery

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Kreisel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kreisel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Washington University

    4921 Parkview Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sumanth Prabhu is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Prabhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Cardiomyopathy, Splenectomy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Prabhu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Transplant?

    A heart transplant is surgery to remove a damaged or diseased heart and replace it with a healthy donor heart.

    When should I see a Heart Transplant doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Heart Transplant doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Heart Transplant doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Heart Transplant doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Heart Transplant doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Transplant doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Heart Transplant doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Heart Transplant doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Heart Transplant doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Heart Transplant doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Heart Transplant doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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