Alex Befeler, MD
Transplant Hepatology, Gastroenterology
SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
Office Number
314-257-3760Dr. 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 Alex
Specialties
Transplant Hepatology
Gastroenterology
Gender
Male
Education
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Medical School, 1992
University of Texas Southwestern
Residency, 1995
University of Texas Southwestern
Internship, 1993
The University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics
Fellowship, 1998
University of Chicago Hospitals
Fellowship, 1997
Certifications
Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
American Board of Int Med - Gastroenterology
American Board of Int Med-Transplant Hepatology
Patient Reviews
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4.7 out of 5
64 ratings,
16 reviews
11/23/2025
The visit went very well
11/5/2025
He's a great and caring doctor.
11/1/2025
Friendly knowledgeable treated me respectfully
11/1/2025
Been going to him for 15 years
10/11/2025
Dr. Befeler is knowledgeable, cares, and goes beyond in answering questions.
Map & Directions
SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level,St. Louis, MO 63104
Monday - Sunday
Closed
Office
314-257-3760