Tauqir X. Ahmed, MD

Dr. Mattson is board certified in neurology and clinical neurophysiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine training at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital - St. Louis. He completed his neurology residency at Harvard Medical School at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and The Children’s Hospital in Boston, where he served as clinical chief resident. Dr. Mattson completed his fellowship in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Mattson is the director of epilepsy services for SSM Health Neurosciences. His office is located on the SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis campus.

Dr. Thomas Heafner is a vascular surgeon who provides comprehensive surgical care for patients ages 18 and older. Focused on minimally invasive endovascular procedures, he treats various vascular conditions, including cerebrovascular disease, peripheral arterial disease, thoracic and abdominal aneurysms, hemodialysis access, venous insufficiency/varicose veins, and vascular trauma. His clinical interests include complex aortic aneurysms. On the cutting edge of technology, Dr. Heafner performs the safest, most effective procedures possible. He treats patients as if they are members of his family, answering all questions, reviewing surgical expectations and potential complications as well as estimated recovery times.

Kyle Christensen, DO, is a board eligible general surgeon. He graduated medical school from Rocky Vista University - College of Osteopathic Medicine in Parker, Colorado and completed his residency at Des Peres Hospital. Dr. Christensen practices general surgery for patients 18 years of age and older and has clinical interests in trauma and general surgical procedures. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association and the American Medical Association. Outside of practicing medicine, Dr. Christensen enjoys wood working, cooking, fitness and outdoor sports.