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Dr. Steven Kurzweil, MD

Dr. Steven Kurzweil, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Kurzweil, MD is a general surgeon in Festus, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Barnes Jewish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1471 US Highway 61 Festus, MO 63028

Make an Appointment

(636) 344-2101

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kurzweil is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kurzweil specializes in the areas of General Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kurzweil's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kurzweil

4.3

18 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Richard Ferrell – Feb 10, 2022
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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
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don amelung – Sep 04, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Erianne – Jun 26, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
doris bayer in festus mo. – Jan 25, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Kurzweil is committed to providing exemplary patient care. The entire staff is at your service to answer your questions and serve your health care needs.

biography

Dr. Steven Kurzweil received his B.S. and M.D. degree from Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Kurzweil completed a surgery residency at St. Louis University Hospital.  Dr. Kurzweil specializes in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery/Minimally...read more

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • American Board Of Surgery

    1997

  • Fellow Of The American College Of Surgeons

    1997

  • Society Of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons

    1995

  • St Louis University School Of Med

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Advanced Trauma Life Support Certified

    1990

  • American College Of Surgeons

    1990

  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990

  • Creighton University

    Internship Hospital, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

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

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    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

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    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

  • Parkland Health Center

    1101 W Liberty St
    Farmington, MO 63640
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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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