Laura Alicia Adam, MD

My main clinical interest is treatment of atrial fibrillation. It's the most common thing I see in my clinic. I also treat other arrythmias - extra beats that come from either the bottom or the top of the heart, really fast rhythms that come from the top of the heart, and also life-threatening rhythms that come from the bottom of the heart (the ventricle). We can treat these in a number of ways from lifestyle management for some of them to medications to basic procedures.

The patient tells you what they have, and that's how we learn to diagnose you. If you have the patience to listen to the patient, that's what's going to help. The patient already knows what's going on, they just need to get a diagnosis. So by listening, that is going to be what's most helpful.

Dr. Michael is a native of the St. Louis metropolitan area and graduate of Saint Louis University. Specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery and brain tumor surgery, he emphasizes conservative treatments whenever possible, designing individualized care plans tailored specifically to each patient's unique needs and goals. When surgery is necessary, Dr. Michael employs the latest minimally invasive techniques, focusing on reduced pain, faster recovery, and optimal outcomes.He currently serves as Chair of the Public Affairs Committee for the North American Spine Society and was recognized as one of SpineLine magazine's "20 Under 40 in Spine Care." Dr. Michael is also honored to serve as a professional advisor for the Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis. His contributions to spine surgery and brain tumor surgery are widely recognized, including numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and award-winning presentations.