Dr. Laura Karasek is a general surgeon who specializes in both minimally invasive and robotic surgeries for patients ages 18 and older. She offers a comprehensive suite of surgical services, including hernia repairs, gallbladder removal, appendectomies, and feeding tube insertions.

In addition to minimally invasive and robotic surgeries, Dr. Karasek's research interests include continuing her surgical education and exploring opportunities to reduce current disparities in health care. For Dr. Karasek, medicine is not a job, but a calling.

Her goal as a surgeon is to provide technical expertise in conjunction with quality, compassionate care for her patients and their families.

Dr. Karasek is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is also a member of the American College of Surgeons; Association of Women Surgeons; Latino Surgical Society; and Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.