Summary

Dr. Joseph Platz treats pleural effusion, atrial fibrillation, and hiatal hernia, and performs myotomy. He practices surgery and thoracic surgery with 15 years of experience. Dr. Platz is affiliated with SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, SSM Health Saint Mary's Hospital Saint Louis, SSM Health Saint Mary's Hospital Centralia, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, and SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital Mount Vernon. He completed his medical education at the Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and sees patients in Mount Vernon, Illinois, and Saint Louis, Missouri.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph John Platz has 7 locations

Ssm Health Medical Group

2 Good Samaritan Way Ste 220Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ssm Health Medical Group

1035 Bellevue Ave Ste 500Richmond Heights, MO 63117
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Slucare General Surgery

3655 Vista AveSaint Louis, MO 63110
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

Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital

1201 S Grand BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63104

Saint Louis University Division Of Cardiology

1008 S Spring Ave Ste 2100Saint Louis, MO 63110
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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Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: University of Illinois at Chicago Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph John Platz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph John Platz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph John Platz has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph John Platz holds an expired medical license in the states of Illinois and Missouri.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Platz's NPI number is 1699074336.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Platz affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Platz is affiliated with Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital, Ssm Health Saint Marys Hospital Saint Louis, Ssm Health Saint Marys Hospital Centralia, Ssm Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, and SSM HEALTH GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MOUNT VERNON.
Where is Dr. Joseph Platz's office located?
Dr. Joseph Platz's office is located at 2 Good Samaritan Way Ste 220, Mount Vernon, IL, 62864.
Does Dr. Joseph Platz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Platz accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Joseph Platz accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Platz?
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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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