PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Washington University neurosurgeons are recognized as leaders in the region for the treatment of pituitary tumors. Our surgeons provide a full range of treatment including surgical tumor removal and Gamma Knife radiosurgery.
CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS
Pituitary tumors are abnormal growths found in the pituitary gland, which is located at the base of the brain. The pituitary gland makes hormones that affect growth and function of other glands in the body. Pituitary tumors are generally benign, slow-growing and do not spread to other parts of the body. A pituitary tumor can affect how many hormones the pituitary gland produces, which can lead to other problems in the body. Cushing’s disease is often associated with a pituitary tumor. This is a condition in which an excess of fat builds up in the face, back and chest while the arms and legs become very thin. Another disorder related to pituitary tumors is acromegaly, in which the hands, feet and face are larger than normal.
FACULTY
Neurosurgery Providers
Michael R. Chicoine, MD
Ralph G. Dacey Jr., MD
Albert H. Kim, MD, PhD
Keith M. Rich, MD
Gregory J. Zipfel, MD
CONFERENCES
A Skull-Base Conference is held on the second Tuesday of every month. Physicians from Neurosurgery, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology and Ophthalmology review cases to determine an optimal treatment plan. Physicians wishing to submit cases for review should contact the skull-base nurse coordinator at (314) 362-4313.
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Adult Patients
Contact us at (314) 362-3577 (Option 2)
Adult Referring Physicians
Contact us at (314) 362-3577 (Option 1)
PATIENT OFFICE LOCATIONS
Adult Patients
Neuroscience Center
Center for Advanced Medicine
4921 Parkview Place, Suite 6C
St. Louis, Missouri 63110
Barnes-Jewish West County Office
1040 North Mason Road, Suite 211
Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141
Helpful Maps
SPECIALTY LINKS
Pituitary Network Association