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Summary
Dr. Vladimir Despotovic is a rheumatologist who also specializes in pulmonology and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and brings 22 years of experience to his practice. His extensive background allows him to treat complex conditions affecting the joints, lungs, and critically ill patients. Dr. Despotovic speaks English.
Dr. Despotovic practices at multiple locations throughout Saint Louis, Missouri, with affiliations at Barnes Jewish Hospital, Alton Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Belleville, Christian Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Barnes Jewish West County Hospital, and Memorial Hospital Shiloh. He treats patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, pulmonary hypertension, and circulatory shock. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia and central venous catheter placement to support critically ill patients.
Dr. Despotovic practices at multiple locations throughout Saint Louis, Missouri, with affiliations at Barnes Jewish Hospital, Alton Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Belleville, Christian Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Barnes Jewish West County Hospital, and Memorial Hospital Shiloh. He treats patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, pulmonary hypertension, and circulatory shock. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia and central venous catheter placement to support critically ill patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- speaks English
- Wayne State University School Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 7 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Vladimir Novak Despotovic has 6 locationsDivision Of Rheumatology At Washington University School Of Medicine
4921 Parkview Pl Ste 5CSaint Louis, MO 63110 Tel: (314) 286-2635
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Washington University School Of Medicine Rheumatology
10 Barnes West Dr Ste 200Saint Louis, MO 63141 Tel: (314) 286-2635
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Vladimir Novak Despotovic has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vladimir Novak Despotovic has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr. Vladimir Novak Despotovic 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
Medical School
Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Despotovic's NPI number is 1700092699.
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- Dr. Vladimir Despotovic speaks English.
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- Where is Dr. Vladimir Despotovic's office located?
- Dr. Vladimir Despotovic's office is located at 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO, 63110.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Vladimir Despotovic affiliated with?
- Dr. Vladimir Despotovic is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital, Alton Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital Belleville, Christian Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Barnes Jewish West County Hospital, and Memorial Hospital Shiloh.
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