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Summary
Dr. William Townsend practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery in Saint Louis, Missouri, and is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has two years of experience in his field.
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Quick Facts
- 2 years of experience
- University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. William Rex Townsend III | Dr. Carl Wesley Lee II, MD | Dr. Frederic Andrew Pugliano, MD | Dr. Margaret Allison Ogden, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 2 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Chinese, Spanish | |
| Saint Louis , MO | Swansea , IL | Saint Louis , MO | St. LOUIS , MO |
| Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
2 Years Experience
Dr. William Rex Townsend 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 University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 2024.
NPI Number
Dr. Townsend's NPI number is 1194569285.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. William Townsend affiliated with?
- Dr. William Townsend is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Hospital.
- Where is Dr. William Townsend's office located?
- Dr. William Townsend's office is located at 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO, 63110.
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