SLUCare Physician Group
Alex Befeler, MD
Gastroenterology, Transplant Hepatology
SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Third Level St. Louis, MO 63104
Dr. Alex Befeler treats patients for autoimmune liver disease, liver cancer, complications of cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. He sees patients before and after liver transplantation and serves as the medical director of liver transplantation. In his practice, he uses the latest treatment options, including sorafenib therapy for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.
His research interests include liver cancer markers and treatment, and hepatitis C treatment before and after liver transplantation.
Dr. Befeler is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
His research interests include liver cancer markers and treatment, and hepatitis C treatment before and after liver transplantation.
Dr. Befeler is a professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
About Me
Specialties
Gastroenterology
Transplant Hepatology
Gender
Male
Education
The University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics
Fellowship, 1998
University of Chicago Hospitals
Fellowship, 1997
University of Texas Southwestern
Residency, 1995
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Medical School, 1992
University of Texas Southwestern
Internship, 1993
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
American Board of Internal Medicine/Transplant Hepatology
Drug Enforcement Administration
Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
Medical Interests
Abdominal transplant surgery
Acute and chronic hepatitis
Alcohol associated liver disease
Cirrhosis
EGD Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Hemochromatosis
Hemochromatosis iron overload disease
Hepatic hemangiomas
Hepatocellular carcinoma
Liver biopsy
Reviews
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4.6Overall Experience4.8Listened Carefully4.7Explained Things Clearly4.7Knew Medical History4.7Involved in Care Decisions4.8Showed Courtesy & Respect
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4.7 out of 5
73 ratings,
28 reviews
7/6/2026
He’s exceptionally qualified, 30+ years of experience, he’s deeply connected to my concerns and always leaves me feeling relaxed about my future after every visit. He sees my improvements and acknowledges them.
7/1/2026
He is always thorough, inquisitive, goes over everything in great detail.
6/25/2026
He is easy to talk to and he puts you at ease.
6/20/2026
Dr. Befeler is an excellent doctor.
6/17/2026
Thank you you’re the best
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SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Third Level St. Louis, MO 63104
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