SLUCare Physician Group
Daiji Takajo, MD Pediatrics, Pediatric Cardiology in St. Louis, MO

Dorothy and Larry Dallas Heart Center at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
1465 S. Grand Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63104
Dr. Daiji Takajo is a pediatric cardiologist and pediatric interventional cardiologist who cares for infants, children, adolescents, and adults. He sees patients throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area and provides comprehensive pediatric cardiology care, with a special focus on diagnosing and treating congenital heart disease through cardiac catheterization.
Dr. Takajo uses advanced catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat congenital heart disease, including transcatheter device closure, balloon angioplasty and stent implantation, and transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement. He is committed to helping patients and families understand their heart conditions and treatment options while providing compassionate, individualized care.
Dr. Takajo is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions.
Originally from Japan, Dr. Takajo completed medical training in both Japan and the United States. He believes that experiencing two different health care systems has shaped how he communicates with and cares for children and families from diverse backgrounds, helping him provide thoughtful, patient-centered care.
Dr. Takajo uses advanced catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat congenital heart disease, including transcatheter device closure, balloon angioplasty and stent implantation, and transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement. He is committed to helping patients and families understand their heart conditions and treatment options while providing compassionate, individualized care.
Dr. Takajo is an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions.
Originally from Japan, Dr. Takajo completed medical training in both Japan and the United States. He believes that experiencing two different health care systems has shaped how he communicates with and cares for children and families from diverse backgrounds, helping him provide thoughtful, patient-centered care.
About Me
Specialties
Pediatrics
Pediatric Cardiology
Gender
Male
Education
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Fellowship, 2025
National Defense Medical College
Medical School, 2015
Benedictine University
Medical School, 2021
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Medical School, 2025
U.S. Naval Hospital - Japan
Internship, 2019
Children's Hospital of Michigan - Detroit
Residency, 2022
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Fellowship, 2026
Hospital Affiliations
SLUCare MCO
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
Medical Interests
Adult congenital heart disease
Cardiac catheterization
Congenital heart defects
Congenital heart surgery
PCI coronary angioplasty and stent placement
Pediatric congenital heart disease
Pulmonary valve disease
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Map & Directions
Dorothy and Larry Dallas Heart Center at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
1465 S. Grand Blvd.St. Louis, MO 63104
Mon
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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