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Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD is a pediatrician in Saint Louis, MO specializing in general pediatrics, transplant medicine and pediatric cardiology. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1985 and has 40 years of experience. Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD is affiliated with Washington University Physicians, WashU Medicine, St. Louis Children's Hospital and BJC HealthCare.
1 Childrens Place Suite D
Saint Louis, MO 63110
148 Richardson Crossing
Arnold, MO 63010
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5114 Mid America Plaza
Saint Louis, MO 63129
5114 Midamerica Plaza
Saint Louis, MO 63129
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1985. She completed residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She is certified by the Pediatrics Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine (1985)
Residency: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Board Certification: Pediatrics Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Missouri
Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna US Access, Aetna National Advantage Program, Aetna Elect Choice, Aetna Open Choice PPO, United Healthcare, Aetna Open Access HMO, Aetna, MHBP, Aetna Choice POS II, Aetna Select, Humana, Aetna Elect Choice EPO, Coventry, Cigna, Blue California, Aetna Open Access PPO, Aetna Medicare HMO and Aetna Medicare PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Saint Louis, MO.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Janet A. Scheel, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,925
AMITIZA $1,925 |
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$606
HeartWare Ventricular Assist System $606 |
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ZIO XT Patch $35 |
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OPTIMIZER $30 |
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LifeVest $21 |
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ENTRESTO $12 |
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Dr. Janet Scheel works as a transplant medicine, pediatric cardiology, and general pediatrics. Her clinical interests include heart transplant, heart failure, and fetal echocardiography. She is professionally affiliated with Washington University Physicians, St. Louis Children's Hospital, and WashU Medicine. After completing medical school at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Scheel performed her residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. She can take Aetna EPO, Blue California, Coventry, and more. BJC HealthCare reports that Dr. Scheel is accepting new patients at her office in St. Louis, MO.
