Dr. Robert SaltmanMD

Dr. Saltman treats a broad range of adult conditions, with particular depth in diabetes, endocrine disorders, and metabolic disease. He also manages heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, lung disease, respiratory illnesses, sleep disorders, joint conditions, and sinus infections. His dual training in internal medicine and endocrinology lets him handle both everyday primary care and complex hormonal or metabolic concerns within a single practice.

Yes. Dr. Saltman holds board certifications in both internal medicine and endocrinology. He completed fellowship training in Endocrinology and Metabolism at Barnes Hospital and Washington University after finishing his internal medicine residency at the same institution.

Dr. Saltman focuses on proactive, prevention-first medicine. He educates each patient on the rationale behind treatment recommendations so they understand and commit to the plan. He personally coordinates all inpatient and outpatient care and speaks directly with every treating specialist involved in a patient's case.

Dr. Saltman graduated from Yale University summa cum laude in 1976, then earned his MD from Washington University School of Medicine in 1980. He completed his internal medicine residency and endocrinology fellowship at Barnes Hospital and Washington University. Barnes Hospital also selected him as Co-Chief Resident of the Internal Medicine Service in 1985.

Yes. Best Doctors in America has listed Dr. Saltman every year since 2001. St. Louis Magazine selects him for its Best Doctors list annually. Barnes-Jewish Hospital honored him with its Community Scholar Award. He also co-edited the 25th edition of the Washington University Manual of Medical Therapeutics.

Dr. Saltman has practiced medicine in St. Louis for more than 35 years. He has spent his entire career integrating subspecialty endocrinology and diabetes care into a primary care setting on the campus of Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital in Creve Coeur.

Yes. Dr. Saltman visits patients at hospitals, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers. He holds staff appointments at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital and Missouri Baptist Medical Center, giving him direct access to inpatient care when members need it.

Dr. Saltman serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at Washington University School of Medicine. He previously served on the Medical Advisory Board of the Cardiometabolic Health Congress. He is an active member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, the Endocrine Society, and the American College of Physicians.