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Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD

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Specializes in: Neurosurgery

Yale School of Medicine

Professional interests include: functional neurosurgery, movement disorders, spine problems, and more.

3685 Vista Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63110

(314) 257-7000

Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD is a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO specializing in neurosurgery. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD is affiliated with SSM Health and SLUCare Physician Group.

Office Locations

1225 South Grand Boulevard 2L
St. Louis, MO 63104

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1320 S Grand Boulevard Street
Louis, MO 63104

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3685 Vista Avenue
Saint Louis, MO 63110

(314) 257-7000

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Some issues Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD can help you with:

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a procedure performed to help treat neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. Electrode leads are surgically implanted in the brain and connected to a device, called a neurostimulator (deep brain stimulator), that is placed underneath the skin (subcutaneously). The deep brain stimulator can send electrical signals through the electrodes to the brain to restore normal rhythms, or it can block electrical signals in specific areas of the brain to restore functioning. Although not a cure, DBS can treat symptoms of movement disorders such as pain and tremor when medication fails to work.

DBS surgery may be completed in one operating session, but it is more commonly performed in two parts. In the first stage of the procedure, the surgeon will map targets in the brain using CT or MRI imaging to determine where to place the electrodes. Then, by drilling holes into the skull, the surgeon will place the electrodes into specific areas in the brain. The holes will be closed, and patients will require 1-2 days to recover in the hospital. After about two weeks, patients will undergo another surgery to have the deep brain stimulator implanted. The stimulator is usually placed under the skin around the collarbone, chest, or abdomen, and it will be connected to the DBS electrodes through a subcutaneous wire. No component of the DBS system will be visible from outside. Following stimulator implantation, patients may need to recover in the hospital for 1-2 days.

Within 2-4 weeks of the operation, doctors will program the stimulator using a wireless device. Patients will work with their doctor to determine the most effective settings for the stimulator during follow-up visits. Patients will be given a handheld device so that they can turn the stimulator on or off and adjust its settings themselves. The stimulator may have a rechargeable battery, in which case patients will be given a charging unit. Stimulator batteries generally need to be replaced in 3-5 years.

Hydrocephalus

Normally, the brain is bathed in a liquid called cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid cushions and nurtures the brain cells as it flows around and through the brain. Sometimes, cerebrospinal fluid does not get reabsorbed into the body properly, or a blockage in the brain can stop it from flowing. This causes a buildup of pressure called hydrocephalus. This condition affects a wide range of people, but it is much more prevalent among infants and older adults. Left untreated, hydrocephalus can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as headaches and blurred vision, and eventually may cause brain damage.

Hydrocephalus is most often treated with an implanted device called a shunt. A shunt is a long, thin tube that is used to drain excess fluid. One end is placed within the brain. The tube runs under the skin, along the neck behind the ear, and to another part of the body where the fluid can be reabsorbed. Most often this is the abdomen, but the chest or other areas can also be used. Shunts have a valve that allows doctors to monitor and control the pressure within the brain. Insertion of a shunt is a surgical procedure that takes one to two hours. Incisions are made in the head and the abdomen, and the shunt is threaded into place before the openings are stitched closed.

In cases where hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage, a procedure called endoscopic third ventriculostomy, or ETV, may be performed. During this procedure, a surgeon makes a dime-sized hole in the skull and uses a thin tube with a camera on the end (called an endoscope) to see inside the brain. The surgeon punctures a hole in the floor of the third ventricle, a fluid-filled space within the brain. The hole provides an opening for cerebrospinal fluid to flow around the blockage, normalizing pressure. The entire procedure usually takes less than an hour and patients can often go home the following day. ETV can provide a permanent and safe alternative to a shunt, but it is only useful for patients whose hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage.

In The News

“"A tremor from Parkinson's is an excess motor activity in the brain," explained Dr. Richard Bucholz, vice chairman of St. Louis University's department of neurosurgery.”—"Doctors using electricity to zap obsessive thoughts", Belleville News-Democrat, July 2015

“The toxin attaches to proteins found on primitive nerve cells, said Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, director of the division of neurosurgery at St. Louis University.”—"Toxin may put sting on brain tumors", Desert News, July 2006

“Dr. Richard Bucholz, a neurosurgeon at St. Louis University School of Medicine, said the cost will decline as computer prices continue to drop.”—"ONLINE DOCUMENT: DEMAND FOR IMAGE-GUIDED SURGERY GROWS AS TECHNOLOGY IMPROVES", Desert News, March 1996

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

cranial neurostimulator implantation

In 2012, Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD had a list price for cranial neurostimulator implantation that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Missouri. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	18
doctor visit	176
hospital care	23
implant surgery	19
inpatient care	23
neurostimulator lead placement	18
neurostimulator replacement	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator lead placement and cranial surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	13
doctor visit	162
hospital care	116
implant surgery	11
inpatient care	116
neurostimulator lead placement	13
neurostimulator replacement	11

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	165
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	14
Less than 65	83

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2013

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	32
Dementia	21
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	20
doctor visit	168
hospital care	79
implant surgery	25
inpatient care	79
neurostimulator lead placement	20
neurostimulator replacement	25

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	57
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2014

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	26
Dementia	20
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	129
hospital care	150
implant surgery	12
inpatient care	150
neurostimulator replacement	12

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	180
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	302
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	50
Less than 65	150

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2015

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	26
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	37
Dementia	22
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator lead placement and cranial surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	14
doctor visit	195
hospital care	54
implant surgery	11
inpatient care	54
neurostimulator lead placement	14
neurostimulator replacement	11

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	163
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	58
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	17
Less than 65	82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2016

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	22
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	23
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	15
doctor visit	133
hospital care	55
implant surgery	26
inpatient care	55
neurostimulator lead placement	15
neurostimulator replacement	26

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	124
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	15
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2017

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	16
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	26
Dementia	27
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator lead placement and cranial surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	23
doctor visit	129
hospital care	65
implant surgery	13
inpatient care	65
neurostimulator lead placement	23
neurostimulator replacement	13

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	135
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	51
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	13
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2018

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	31
Dementia	22
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator lead placement and cranial surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	16
doctor visit	108
hospital care	43
implant surgery	14
inpatient care	43
neurostimulator lead placement	16
neurostimulator replacement	14

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	120
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	11
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2019

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	30
Dementia	26
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2020 were neurostimulator replacement, implant surgery, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	16
doctor visit	85
hospital care	32
implant surgery	33
inpatient care	32
neurostimulator lead placement	16
neurostimulator replacement	33

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2020

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	28
Dementia	22
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	20
doctor visit	43
hospital care	63
implant surgery	37
inpatient care	63
neurostimulator lead placement	20
neurostimulator replacement	37

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	104
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	48
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	12
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2021

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	25
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	28
Dementia	32
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2022 were neurostimulator replacement, implant surgery, neurostimulator lead placement and cranial surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	23
doctor visit	71
implant surgery	26
neurostimulator lead placement	23
neurostimulator replacement	26

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	44

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	11
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2022

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	27
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	31
Dementia	21
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2023 were neurostimulator replacement, implant surgery, neurostimulator lead placement and cranial surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

cranial surgery	14
doctor visit	25
implant surgery	16
neurostimulator lead placement	14
neurostimulator replacement	16

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	34

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2023

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	23
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO during 2024 were neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	20
implant surgery	16
neurostimulator replacement	16

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	16
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD in 2024

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated as a neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO were hospital care, inpatient care, neurostimulator replacement and implant surgery.

cranial surgery	17
doctor visit	111
hospital care	68
implant surgery	19
inpatient care	68
neurostimulator lead placement	17
neurostimulator replacement	19

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD.

**Gender**
Female	73
Male	70

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	105
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	11
75 to 84	25
Less than 65	53
65 to 74	45

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	10
Dementia	18

Education & Training

Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD graduated from Yale School of Medicine. He completed residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery Missouri State Board of Registration and has a state license in Missouri.

Medical School: Yale School of Medicine

Residency: Yale-New Haven Hospital

Board Certification: American Board of Neurological Surgery Missouri State Board of Registration

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

SSM Health

SLUCare Physician Group

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard D. Bucholz, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$13,850 GENERAL DBS $9,254	GENERAL - DBS $1,375	VERCISE $342	OTHER- BSC PRODUCT NOT LISTED $300	GENERAL - THERAPIES $275	Other $2,304
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$6,325 Deep Brain Neurostimulation $1,604	ACTIVA $1,321	S7 $975	O-ARM-ST $959	VISUALASE $577	Other $889
Stryker Corporation	$5,805 NEURO SPINE ENT $5,805
CoreLink, LLC	$3,551 $3,551
Accuray Incorporated	$3,483 CyberKnife System $3,483
Other	$9,783 StealthStation $2,960	Brightmatter Drive/ Guide $1,164	ROSA $859	ROSA Brain $771	ClearPoint System $687	Other $3,342

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$13,293
Travel and Lodging	$11,104
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$10,975
Food and Beverage	$4,575
Honoraria	$2,850

Biography

Dr. Richard Bucholz surgically treats neurological disorders, with special interest in brain tumors and epilepsy. Other specialties include deep-brain stimulators and vagal nerve stimulators, glioma surgery, neuro-oncology, stereotactic radiosurgery, and Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Bucholz applies the latest technology to his work, including the use of image-guided surgery. His research interests include traumatic brain injury, brain tumors, surgery for epilepsy, and DBS (deep brain stimulation) for functional disease. Dr. Bucholz is a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Neurosurgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.