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Dr. James S Compton M.D.
Internist
3915 Watson Rd Suite 100 Saint Louis MO, 63109About
Dr. James Compton is an internist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Compton specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Compton provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 1982
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Vascular Disease
Dr. James S Compton M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 3915 Watson Rd Suite 100
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Nearest Hospitals
SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL - ST LOUISl
6420 CLAYTON RD RICHMOND HEIGHTS MO 63117SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDRENl
4400 CLAYTON AVE SAINT LOUIS MO 63110