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Dr. Gregory Zipfel, MD

Dr. Gregory Zipfel, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Gregory Zipfel, MD is a neurosurgeon in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Zipfel has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms and Neurocritical Care Disorders. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital and Missouri Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

4921 Parkview Pl Saint Louis, MO 63110

Make an Appointment

(314) 362-3577

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Zipfel is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital Creve Coeur, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Zipfel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Zipfel specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Zipfel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zipfel

4.2

12 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Scherrer in Harrisburg, IL – Nov 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Beth P in Marion, IL – May 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
larry hackethal in cobden, ill 62920 – Feb 14, 2016
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About Me

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care philosophy

I strive to provide leading-edge surgical care to my patients, while also assuring that they and their families feel supported and individually cared for throughout. 

biography

Gregory J. Zipfel, MD, is the Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at the Washington University School of Medicine. He is the Ralph G. Dacey Distinguished Professor of Neurosurgery and Neurosurgeon-in-Chief at  Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. 

  • Neurosurgery

  • Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Zipfel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Washington University School of Medicine4921 Parkview Pl Saint Louis, MO 63110
    1
    Washington University660 S Euclid Ave Saint Louis, MO 63110
    2
    Office3009 N Ballas Rd Ste 142A Saint Louis, MO 63131
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

      12634 Olive Blvd
      Creve Coeur, MO 63141
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

      3015 N Ballas Rd
      Saint Louis, MO 63131
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Barnes Jewish Hospital

      1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
      Saint Louis, MO 63110
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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