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Dr. Lawrence Mendelow, MD

Dr. Lawrence Mendelow, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Mendelow, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

555 N New Ballas Rd Ste 265 Saint Louis, MO 63141

Make an Appointment

(314) 911-4644

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Mendelow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mendelow

4.9
37 ratings, 11 with a written review
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“The Best Colorectal Doctor and Surgeon”
Dr. Mendelow not only clearly explained procedures but also, how much recovery time I can expect. He made me feel really secured doing this reversal and colonoscopy. Thanks
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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“The Best” – Oct 11, 2023
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Excellent Physician
Dr. Mendelow added me onto his OR schedule on a Monday night when I had an issue that could have been delayed to the next day. Dr. Mendelow knew I was uncomfortable and needed to get back to work. He stayed at the hospital until almost midnight so that he could finish my surgery. I am so grateful and lucky that he is my surgeon.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 08, 2023
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Wonderful Dr & Staff
Dr made me feel at ease discussing a difficult surgery. He explained things to me I could understand. He spent an awesome amount of time as a new patient asking me many questions. You can tell he is a very compassionate Dr. Left the office feeling ready to move forward with surgery. His staff is awesome. They reassured me I was in good hands & that they are there for me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 30, 2023
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Dr. Mendelow and his staff were excellent. Thank you.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 12, 2020
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We have just been to our consult with Dr. Mendelow, but have found him to be professional, understanding, knowledgeable and very informative. He listened to all of our questions and answered every one of them fully and never once made us feel talked down to. He went over all of our options and explained exactly why and what he planned to do next. He asked for our input and was very compassionate. We feel very comfortable with him and lucky to have found him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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A very pleased patient – Sep 04, 2020
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Excellent Dr. Very patient, very friendly, knows his stuff
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Lloyd – Jun 26, 2020
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Dr Mendelow puts me at ease. I’ve been his patient since the 1990’s and I see him every 1-3 years. I trust him. And Maria is is positive and helpful when I call to make an appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Freda Smith in Bonne Terre – Jan 08, 2018
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Dr. Mendelow and his entire staff are always kind, helpful and thorough. Our family is fortunate to have him as our specialist and would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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D. Goldsmith in Farmington, MO – Dec 06, 2017
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Dr. Mendelow and his team are very respectable and helpful. After a reoccurrence of my pilonidal cyst from 10 years ago, Dr. Mendelow and his team worked quickly to get me in for a small operation. Dr. Mendelow not only was able to remove the obvious diseased tissue but located an additional hidden tract and removed it accordingly. If not for him this could have gone unseen and only required further operations in the near future. His work is clean and precise and I would recommend him to anyone!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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St Louis, MO – Sep 18, 2017
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Outstanding. As a registered nurse it takes a lot to impress me with a doctor. He and his staff both professional,caring and compassionate. Surgery was last week kudos to Rachael and Maria also.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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J.Roberts in Farmington,Mo – Jul 05, 2017
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Professional, great personality and demeanor and could be the role model for doctors of what bedside manner should be all about. Always takes the time to explain in basic English exactly what his opinion is and what your options are. Willing to take the time to explain and answer all your questions and those "what if" scenarios that so many doctors are reluctant to do.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
Helpful
Donald R Blanchard in O Fallon, MO – Aug 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Suburban Surgical is the largest independent multispecialty surgical practice in the St. Louis West County area. Currently, eight surgeons provide highly specialized surgical care in colorectal, general, hepatobiliary, vascular and podiatric surgery....read more

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Duke University

    Medical School, 1983
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Locations

Practice

Suburban Surgical Associates Inc.555 N New Ballas Rd Ste 265 Saint Louis, MO 63141
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

    12634 Olive Blvd
    Creve Coeur, MO 63141
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

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  • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3015 N Ballas Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63131
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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