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Charlene Prather

Gastroenterology

Charlene Prather, MD

Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterology

Saint Louis, MO

Dr. Charlene M. Prather, MD, MPH, is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, specializing in gastrointestinal motility and functional bowel disorders. She manages chronic conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, bowel incontinence, pelvic floor disorders, anorectal function issues, and esophageal disorders including achalasia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Barrett's esophagus.

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40+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Gastroenterology (ABIM)
  • Internal Medicine (ABIM)

Education & Training

  • Saint Louis University School of Public Health — MPH, 2006
  • Mayo Graduate School of Medicine — Fellowship, Gastroenterology, 1993
  • University of Missouri Kansas City — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1990
  • University of Missouri Kansas City — MD, 1986

Peer Recognition

  • Best Doctors in AmericaBest Doctor

    2017-2018 (2 years)

  • St. Louis MagazineTop Doctor

    2018-2019, 2022-2025 (6 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Motility & Functional GI

Conditions & Treatments

GI Motility DisordersGERD & RefluxDysphagia & Swallowing DisordersIBS & Functional GI Disorders

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Barnes-Jewish Hospital
  • Missouri Baptist Medical Center
  • SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis

Languages

English

Experience

40+ years in practice