Dr. Stephen J. Nester, MD | Saint Louis, MO | Family Physician

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Dr. Stephen Nester specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Johns Medical Center. With over four decades of medical practice, Dr. Nester brings extensive experience to his patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Nester practices at Southside Family Practice in Saint Louis, Missouri, and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Marys Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating hyperlipidemia, and addressing obesity and weight management concerns. He performs complete blood count testing and other general blood work to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Nester an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

22 Ratings
41 years of experience
44 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
St Johns Medical Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Nester's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

22 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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I think dr nester has it right! I told him (already) that I don't like his hospitalist.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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July 24th, 2017

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Great dr. , great guy, I travel out of my area to See him. Very comfortable with him as my dr.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 13th, 2016

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Basically, he diagnosed and saved my husbands life!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 7th, 2015

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I have been a patient of his for over 10 years. And he was always wonderful. But, I think when they were on Watson Road, they were more personal. Now when you call to see Dr. Nester you may or may not get to see him - they ask if you would agree to see someone else - usually Dr. Gakes - who is fantastic. She is so nice and really takes her time. While I am glad that Southside Family Practice has been successful - I think they have gotten too big. The staff is very helpful, professional and very nice. But for goodness sake - I WISH THEY WOULD FIX THE COMPUTER SYSTEM!! It has crashed the last three times I have been there.

July 26th, 2012

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Several members of my family and I have been patients of Dr. Nester's for over 20 yrs. He has always been professional, thorough and pleasant. I have never requested anything from him or his staff that it hasn't been tended to courteously and promptly. His diagnostice skills are excellent. I would highly recommend him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 22nd, 2011

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Dr. Nester is very personable, takes the time to get to know his patients and takes a personal interest in their health and well being. I had almost started to take this level of care and service for granted, before I moved out of state and had to find a new doctor. Now, I'm going to try to talk him into moving!!!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 3rd, 2009

Southside Family Practice

1031 Bellevue Ave Ste 300Saint Louis, MO 63117

Tel: (314) 647-9444

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm

SunClosed


Dr. Stephen Joseph Nester, MD	Helix Virtual Care	Karina Guffey, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC	Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience			8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks English
Saint Louis , MO	Boca Raton , FL	Springfield , MO	Orlando , FL
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Family Planning
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Johns Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Nester's NPI number is 1871574582.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Nester affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Nester is affiliated with Saint Marys Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Stephen Nester's office located?: Dr. Stephen Nester's office is located at 1031 Bellevue Ave Ste 300, Saint Louis, MO, 63117.
Does Dr. Stephen Nester accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Stephen Nester accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Nester speak?: Dr. Stephen Nester speaks English and Spanish.

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