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Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD
4.9 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Saint Louis, MO
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO.

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Dr. Kozower graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD is a General Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has 27 years experience. Dr. Kozower currently practices at Washington University Physicians and are affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. Dr. Kozower has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) and Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kozower received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Kozower's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kozower is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lung Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Partial Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Abdominal Pain
Atrial Fibrillation
Bone Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Gallstones
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
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
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aneurysm
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Aneurysm of Heart
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Arrhythmias
Ascites
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Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bladder Diverticulum
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Emphysema
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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Inguinal Hernia
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
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
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
Pneumonitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aortic Repair
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
Colectomy
Endoscopic Biopsy Bronchus Robotic Assist
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
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
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Lung Removal
Open Segmentectomy
Open Thymectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Partial Lobectomy with Robotic Assist
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
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Washington University
    4921 Parkview Pl Ste Bste, 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
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4.9
Based on 11 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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Jun 19, 2023
Stellar surgeon. I would highly recommend.
Deb — Jun 19, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Connecticut School of Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Connecticut
    1998
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Washington University School of Medicine
    2002
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kozower's profile.

Dr. Kozower frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) and Lung Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kozower, MD holds board certification in General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO

  • Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

    12634 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO