Dr. Richard D. Brasington, MD | Des Peres, MO | Rheumatology

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Dr. Richard Brasington is a rheumatologist who graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. With 46 years of experience in rheumatology, he has dedicated his career to treating conditions that affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues. Dr. Brasington is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Brasington practices at West County Rheumatology in Des Peres, Missouri, and is affiliated with Barnes Jewish West County Hospital. He treats patients with peripheral artery disease, atherosclerosis, and foot pain. His practice offers specialized procedures including neuroma or plantar callus surgery and surgical nail removal, along with infusion clinic services for patients requiring ongoing treatment. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
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12 Ratings
46 years of experience
6 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
6 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Went to six different doctors over period of approx. 9 months. Told all that arthritis was in my family for generations. None could diagnosis the swelling of fingers and wrists. Took Dr. Brazington approx. 5 minutes and he had me figured out. Also saved me from foot surgery when all it took was time and different shoes. HE IS THE MAN!

June 6th, 2018

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He is unresponsive and not proactive in preventing worsening conditions. It seems he does not understand what the patient is experiencing and does not seem to care about the patient's quality of life. Unsympathetic. He is also forgetful in submitting prescriptions to the pharmacy. I would recommend a doctor whom has more time for his patients and a doctor that treats conditions aggressively.

January 14th, 2015

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Will Not Call With Results From Tests That He Had Me Do Over 2 Weeks Ago.Will Not Return Calls.You Spend Much More Time With A Doctor In Training Than Him.

March 7th, 2012

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Dr. Brasington was able to take care of my sarcoid problem when no other doctor knew what to do. He is kind and caring. I am able to talk with him anytime I need. Usually if I call with a problem, he returns the call personally. I live in another state and am very willing to make the trip to see him. He sits down and talks with me and is never in a hurry.

August 16th, 2011

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He is always polite, never rushes you, and always returns calls!

July 16th, 2009

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Dr. Brasington is the greatest doctor I have ever been to. He returns all of my calls himself. If I have a problem that he is confused about, he does not hesitate to tell me that he is confused...but he does everything possible to find the answer. I drive five hours round trip for my appointments with him, and if I ever move farther away I will continue to go to Dr. Brasington.

February 16th, 2009

West County Rheumatology Llc

13100 Manchester Rd Ste 70Des Peres, MO 63131

Tel: (314) 492-2323

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Richard Douglas Brasington, MD	Dr. Marwa Mustafa Mohammed Ahmed	Dr. Hirva Dharmesh Joshi	Claire Elizabeth Seper
Rheumatology	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (12 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Des Peres , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Khartoum Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Rheumatology

Gout
Hip Osteoarthritis
Lupus
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tendinitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Medical School

Duke University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Brasington affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Brasington is affiliated with Barnes Jewish West County Hospital.
Does Dr. Richard Brasington accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Richard Brasington has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Where is Dr. Richard Brasington's office located?: Dr. Richard Brasington's office is located at 13100 Manchester Rd Ste 70, Des Peres, MO, 63131.

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