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Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
4.9 (11)
Map Pin Small Saint Louis, MO
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD

Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Saint Louis, MO. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 27 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital, Barnes-jewish West County Hospital and Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Kozower an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Kozower works at Washington University Physicians in Saint Louis, MO. They frequently treat conditions like Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kozower's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Washington University
    4921 Parkview Pl Ste B, Saint Louis, MO 63110 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (314) 362-7260
  2. 2
    Barnes-jewish Hospital
    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 63110 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (314) 362-8089

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  • Barnes Jewish Hospital
  • Barnes-jewish West County Hospital
  • Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital

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Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Pleural Effusion
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Partial Lobectomy
Abdominal Pain
Atrial Fibrillation
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Open Lobectomy
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Arrhythmias
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Tract Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Emphysema
Empyema
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Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Excessive Sweating
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Ileus
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mesothelioma
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neurofibrosarcoma
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Pelvic Abscess
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Pyloric Stenosis
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Acid Reflux Surgery
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Colectomy
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lung Surgery
Lung Transplant
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mitral Valve Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lung Removal
Open Segmentectomy
Open Thymectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Pyloromyotomy
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 27 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1548283450
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Washington University School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • University of Connecticut
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Connecticut School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Rochester
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
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    Dr. Kozower works at Washington University Physicians in Saint Louis, MO. View the full address on Dr. Kozower’s profile.

    Dr. Kozower has seen patients for Lung Cancer and Esophageal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kozower on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Kozower. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kozower.

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