Stephanie Sandberg is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Sandberg is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Meige Disease, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Sandberg is currently accepting new patients.

Sekhar Dharmarajan is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Dharmarajan is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

Morin Hanson is a General Surgeon in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Hanson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Dr. Craig Smith is a general surgeon who provides acute and critical care surgery for patients ages 18 and older. His services include general surgery; minimally invasive surgery; robotic surgery; peritoneal dialysis; and hernia surgery. Dr. Smith provides excellent surgical care to every patient, educating them on best care practices. He incorporates the highest quality surgical standards based on his extensive clinical training. Dr. Smith believes that knowing when not to operate is just as important as knowing when to operate - there's a fine line between operating too soon and operating too late. He is trusted and respected by his patients who appreciate how caring, informative, and reassuring he is with them, taking his time to explain the surgery and what to expect. Dr. Smith is a fellow with the American College of Surgeons and a member of International Surgical Missions, recently volunteering on a surgical mission trip to Honduras. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

Joshua S. Glaser, MD, is board certified in general surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City. Dr. Glaser has completed extensive training in Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, an advanced approach to removing breast cancer. He performs both Hidden Scar Lumpectomy/Partial Mastectomy and Hidden Scar Mastectomy procedures. During Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, the incision is made in the fold under the breast, around the edge of the nipple area or in the armpit, so the scar is less visible after breast surgery. Dr. Glaser is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Insufficiency, Intraductal Papilloma, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Thomas B. Charles, MD, is board certified in general and vascular surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He served his internship and residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center - Kansas City, and completed a fellowship at Truman Medical Center - Kansas City. Dr. Charles is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Arterial Insufficiency, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

"Jovita Oruwari, MD, FACS, is fellowship trained from Brown University Women and Infants Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, in breast diseases. Prior to that, she attended medical school at New Jersey University in Newark and completed her general surgery residency at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. Since 2001, Dr. Oruwari, a board-certified surgeon, has been practicing breast surgery. She has a special interest in treating young and minority women of all ages with breast cancer and breast disease. Before joining SSM Health, Dr. Oruwari practiced as a breast surgeon at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. She has received the Best Doctors honor from 2007 to 2016. She is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and Mound City medical forum, and an associate fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She is also on the Board of Directors for the St. Louis Crisis Nursery and Gateway to Hope. Dr. Oruwari has completed extensive training in Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, an advanced approach to removing breast cancer. She performs both Hidden Scar Lumpectomy/Partial Mastectomy and Hidden Scar Mastectomy procedures. During Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, the incision is made in the fold under the breast, around the edge of the nipple area or in the armpit, so the scar is less visible after breast surgery. Outside of work, Dr. Oruwari enjoys reading, running, cooking, traveling and writing. She is married to a psychiatrist and is a mother to two adult children. *""My philosophy is to treat every patient I see the way I would want my family members treated. My job is to make sure my patients not only understand the disease process, but also their treatment options. I see myself as an ally to my patients, many of whom I have long-term relationships with."" - Jovita Oruwari, MD, FACS*". Dr. Oruwari is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lymphadenectomy.

Meet Dr. Mario Morales, medical director and weight-loss surgeon for SSM Health Weight Management Services. His holistic approach to patient care ensures the best treatment for each individual patient. Dr. Morales and his team offer continuous support and encouragement for patients every step of their weight loss journey. Dr. Mario P. Morales is a board-certified general surgeon who has additional laparoscopic certification. A graduate of the University of California at San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Morales completed his residency in general surgery at the University of Missouri-Columbia. During his residency, he performed hundreds of bariatric surgeries and procedures under the direction of Dr. Roger de la Torre. He recently completed a fellowship in bariatric/minimally invasive surgery with the SSM Health Weight Management Services at SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis where he assisted Drs. Stephen Scott and Roger de la Torre in more than 200 cases. Dr. Morales regularly performs Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery, which is the fast recovery care standard in weight-loss surgery. As a mechanical engineer, Dr. Morales has contributed to the design of disposable laparoscopic devices and thorascopic instruments. As a program leader for Computer Motion Incorporated's laparoscopic New Product introduction group, he was responsible for all facets of the design and manufacture of disposable mechanical devices that interact with the ZEUS™ surgical robot. Dr. Morales has written a wide range of publications, from peer-reviewed journals to chapters in surgery textbooks. He has also been a guest lecturer at the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery National Meeting. Learn more about SSM Health Weight Management Services. Dr. Morales is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Bile Duct Stricture, Obesity in Children, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Michael Reynolds, MD, is a board certified general surgeon specializing in general and vascular surgery. He earned his medical degree at the University of Missouri - K.C. School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Truman Medical Center - Kansas City. Dr. Reynolds is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Gastrostomy.

Ryan Fields is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Fields is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

James Boyd is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Boyd is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tongue Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Ryan Neff is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Neff is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Pancreatic Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Neff is currently accepting new patients.

Julie Weber is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Weber is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, Venous Insufficiency, and Endoscopy. Dr. Weber is currently accepting new patients.

Matthew Mutch is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Mutch is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Cara Hahs is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hahs is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Hahs is currently accepting new patients.

Todd Howard is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Howard is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Tatiana Dominguez is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Dominguez is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Bowel Incontinence, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Bradley Ross is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ross is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Zuke is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zuke is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Zuke is currently accepting new patients.

Bharat Panuganti is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Panuganti is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

Alyssa Wait is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Wait is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

Steven Strasberg is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Strasberg is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

Dr. Eddy Hsueh performs complex cancer surgery for patients with melanoma, sarcoma, pancreatic cancer, metastatic colon cancer and gastric cancer. He uses the most current technology in his practice, including laparoscopic liver and pancreatic surgery, and sentinel lymph node biopsy. Dr. Hsueh is interested in research that investigates tumor immunology and tumor metabolism. His laboratory also studies the surgical treatment of melanoma and other advanced cancers and sarcomas. He is a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Hsueh heads surgical oncology for the division. Dr. Hsueh is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Mesenchymoma, Pancreatectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Schnepp completed her five-year general surgery residency at the University of Missouri - Kansas City where she was awarded the Surgery Resident of the Year honor for four years in a row. She earned her medical degree from Tulane School of Medicine. Dr. Schnepp began her general surgery practice at St. Mary's Health Center in 2008 and shortly thereafter was named Medical Director of SSM Health Breast Care at St. Mary's. Although Dr. Schnepp, a board certified surgeon, is trained to perform all general surgery including breast surgery, she has an interest in breast disease and is now practicing breast surgery only. Dr. Schnepp's capabilities include evaluation of breast diseases including new breast masses, nipple discharge, breast pain, breast cancer, abnormal mammograms and high-risk consultations with patients such as those with a family history of breast cancer or prior breast biopsies showing atypical findings. In addition, she is able to perform minimally invasive core needle biopsy procedures with ultrasound guidance or stereotactic (mammographic) guidance. Dr. Schnepp practices at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis and SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton. Dr. Schnepp has completed extensive training in Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, an advanced approach to removing breast cancer. She performs both Hidden Scar Lumpectomy/Partial Mastectomy and Hidden Scar Mastectomy procedures. During Hidden Scar® Breast Cancer Surgery, the incision is made in the fold under the breast, around the edge of the nipple area or in the armpit, so the scar is less visible after breast surgery. Dr. Schnepp is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Angiosarcoma, and Lymphadenectomy.

Tauqir Ahmed, MD, FACS, is board certified in general surgery. Dr. Ahmed has been in practice since 2001. He is a graduate of King Edward Medical College, Pakistan. He served his general surgery residency at Providence Hospital and Medical Centers, Michigan. He did his fellowship training in surgical critical care at Saint Louis University Hospital. Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gangrene, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.