SLUCare Physician Group
Ron Walker, MD
Otolaryngology

4.9 out of 5 –
Dr. Ron Walker specializes in surgical treatment of head and neck cancer and endocrine diseases, including thyroid disease, parathyroid disease, and skin cancer of the head and neck. He integrates the latest technologies into his practice, such as robotic approaches to treating cancers of the mouth and pharynx.
His research interests include intraoperative margin analysis in oral cavity cancer and overall outcomes and quality of life for head and neck cancer patients.
Dr. Walker is an associate professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Cancer and Reconstructive Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, American Head and Neck Society, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Outside of work, Dr. Walker enjoys cooking.
His research interests include intraoperative margin analysis in oral cavity cancer and overall outcomes and quality of life for head and neck cancer patients.
Dr. Walker is an associate professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Cancer and Reconstructive Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, American Head and Neck Society, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Outside of work, Dr. Walker enjoys cooking.
About Me
Gender
Male
Education
St. Louis University Health Sciences Center
Internship, 2005
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Fellowship, 2010
St. Louis University Health Sciences Center
Residency, 2009
Indiana University School of Medicine
Medical School, 2004
Certifications
Missouri State Board of Registration
American Board of Otolaryngology
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Drug Enforcement Administration
Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 out of 5
136 ratings,
67 reviews
12/4/2025
He’s consistently personable, professional, and genuine
11/22/2025
Being able to discuss my current issues without overwhelming medical terminology.
11/18/2025
Quite simply. He and his staff are the best that anyone could ask for.
11/15/2025
Dr. Walker never made me feel rushed to explain my reason for being there, as some physicians do these days. He was quite attentive and I felt he truly understood why I needed his opinion moving forward with a treatment plan.
11/12/2025
very good experience
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SLUCare Physician Group
1225 S. Grand Blvd.St. Louis, MO 63104



