Summary

Dr. John Edwards treats patients with kidney disease, specializing in acute and chronic kidney injuries, fluid and electrolyte disorders, kidney stones, and hypertension.

His research is focused on the transport of chloride by kidney cells and the role of this process in progression of chronic kidney disease.

Dr. Edwards is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is the director of the division.

He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the American Society of Nephrology and the American Society for Clinical Investigation.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

SLUCare Physician Group

1225 S Grand BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63104
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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41 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
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Saint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MO
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Edwards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Dean Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Health Alliance
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

John Edwards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John Edwards has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Nephrologist
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

John Edwards 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

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

John Edwards' NPI number is 1972531861.

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Where is John Edwards's office located?
John Edwards's office is located at 1225 S Grand Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63104.
Which hospitals is John Edwards affiliated with?
John Edwards is affiliated with Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
Does John Edwards accept my insurance?
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