SLUCare Physician Group
Joanna Kemp, MD
Neurosurgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery

SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level St. Louis, MO 63104
Dr. Joanna Kemp is a neurosurgeon who treats patients of all ages, including newborns, children, and adults. She treats craniofacial and other congenital brain/spine disorders; hydrocephalus; spinal dysraphism/myelomeningocele; brain and spine tumors; head trauma; traumatic brain and spine injuries; spasticity; epilepsy; vascular malformations; and idiopathic intracranial hypertension. She is also interested in neuro-oncology.
Dr. Kemp provides high quality medical care to both pediatric and adult neurosurgical patients, employing evidence-based medicine in every case and educating her patients and their families accordingly. Her patients appreciate the compassion, trustworthiness, and knowledge she brings to their care, thoroughly answering questions and reassuring them throughout the treatment process.
Dr. Kemp is an associate professor with the Division of Neurosurgery and Pediatric Neurosurgery in the Department of Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She's also a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
Fun fact: Dr. Kemp has an identical twin sister.
Dr. Kemp provides high quality medical care to both pediatric and adult neurosurgical patients, employing evidence-based medicine in every case and educating her patients and their families accordingly. Her patients appreciate the compassion, trustworthiness, and knowledge she brings to their care, thoroughly answering questions and reassuring them throughout the treatment process.
Dr. Kemp is an associate professor with the Division of Neurosurgery and Pediatric Neurosurgery in the Department of Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She's also a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
Fun fact: Dr. Kemp has an identical twin sister.
About Me
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Gender
Female
Education
University of California - San Diego
Fellowship, 2017
St. Louis University School of Medicine
Medical School, 2009
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Residency, 2016
Hospital Affiliations
SLUCare MCO
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis
Certifications
American Board of Neurological Surgery
American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
Medical Interests
Hydrocephalus
Neuro oncology
Neurologic trauma
Spasticity management
Spine and back surgery
Spinal cord tumors
Treatment of vascular malformations
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension pseudotumor cerebri
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.7Overall Experience4.6Listened Carefully4.7Explained Things Clearly4.6Knew Medical History4.6Involved in Care Decisions4.8Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.7 out of 5
32 ratings,
7 reviews
7/31/2026
Dr. Kemp treated me with respect and offered multiple options for treatment. I left the appointment feeling that all of my issues were addressed and all of my questions were answered. She is always a pleasure. Great bedside manner!
6/24/2026
Excellent
5/15/2026
Very caring and professional.
1/18/2026
She is simply amazing !
9/23/2025
I trust her
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SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level St. Louis, MO 63104
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