Summary

Dr. Benjamin Root is an internal medicine physician specializing in gastroenterology with 11 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and completed his internal medicine residency at New York University in 2018. Dr. Root furthered his expertise through a gastroenterology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, finishing in 2021. He provides care in English.

Dr. Root practices at several locations throughout Saint Louis, Missouri, and maintains affiliations with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital, NYU Tisch Hospital, and Barnes Jewish West County Hospital. He focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing lower GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and pathology tests to help diagnose and manage digestive health concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 11 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Department of Gastroenterology
  • 63 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Benjamin Zimmerman Root has 3 locations

Specialists In Gastroenterology

11525 Olde Cabin RdSaint Louis, MO 63141
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Missouri Baptist Medical Center

3015 N Ballas RdSaint Louis, MO 63131

Specialist In Gastroenterology

3844 S Lindbergh Blvd Ste 125Saint Louis, MO 63127
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Saint Louis , MOFLORISSANT , MOLyons , COLANSING , KS
Med School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Benjamin Zimmerman Root

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Benjamin Zimmerman Root has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Benjamin Zimmerman Root has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Gastroenterology
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Benjamin Zimmerman Root holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Department of Gastroenterology in 2021.

Residency

Completed their residency at New York University | Department of Internal Medicine in 2018.

Medical School

Graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Root's NPI number is 1619355765.

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Dr. Benjamin Root's office is located at 11525 Olde Cabin Rd, Saint Louis, MO, 63141.

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