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Mercy Hospital South, St. Louis, MO (2025)

09/23/2025

“Medicine is a science but also an art because of communication,” says Dr. Rafid Rahman, one of the newest members of our spine and pain management team.

Dr. Rahman joins Drs. Jeremy Broadnax, Pawan Sethi and Daniel Scodary, nurse practitioner Sarah Raney and physician assistant Betty Sisco in serving patients with Mercy Clinic Spine and Pain Management – Southfork and Mercy Clinic Spine and Pain Management – Southfork Suite 155.

Get to know more about Dr. Rahman in his own words with this Q&A:

❓ Why did you get into health care?

It’s an honor to be able to take care of another human being in their greatest time of need. It’s gratifying to help decrease the pain and suffering of my fellow brothers and sisters and help them become functional again. That’s why I chose a career in health care.

❓Did you always know you wanted to be a physician? What drew you to pain management?

Yes. When I was in 3rd grade, my mother was diagnosed with cancer. My father was away on deployment at the time, so I helped my mother navigate her treatment and emotionally supported her throughout the process. As that was happening, I came to admire the integral role her doctor played by being a team leader, addressing emotional needs through her care and being her advocate beyond medicine. That’s the type of physician that I strive to be. When I was in 4th grade, my father advised me to pick a profession where I’m in service of others, and that I should personally be able to make lives better on a daily basis with my actions — choosing to become a physician was a natural fit. Then when I was in college, my father had a herniated disc in his neck and that was debilitating for him. I saw him go from an active U.S. Army officer to someone who was bedridden within a matter of days. His pain doctor was able to rehabilitate him into his original, productive self. That inspired me to pick physical medicine and rehabilitation as a specialty with a focus on pain management and musculoskeletal care.

❓What should patients know about you?

I come from a family of service. My father is an engineer and retired as a colonel in the U.S. Army after 24 years of service which included deployments for multiple years in the Middle East and around the globe to keep America safe. My mother helps teach grade school kids with special needs. My brother is also an engineer and has recently joined the Air Force. My wife is an internal medicine physician providing greatly needed primary care in Missouri. I want all my patients to know that I hope to treat them with the highest level of service and kindness to help them as best as I can because that was the household that I was raised in.

❓Are there any specific conditions, procedures or treatments that most interest you?

I can help patients with any type of pain, whether it be back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, hand, foot, headache or more. If a person is in pain, then I would be happy to see them and see how I can help them function better. I enjoy ultrasound guided procedures, whether that be steroid, platelet rich plasma, botulinum toxin for spasticity or headache.

❓Why did you choose to join Mercy?

Community. Mercy truly cares about the people who make the community great, and I'm proud to serve the greater St. Louis area and help return people to a functional life.

❓What do you like about living in St. Louis?

I grew up in Springfield, Illinois, and used to come to St. Louis frequently as a child. I love that it has access to the national and international stage with top notch cultural and educational opportunities while still feeling like a smaller town where you get to know your neighbor personally and you have amazing local history.

09/22/2025

With a blessing and celebration, we have completed the transformation of the third floor of the Physicians Office Center (POC) on our campus, and in combination with clinics on the second and third floors, we now provide patients an all-in-one location for heart and vascular services in this building.

This project transformed POC Suite 300 into a clinic with 47 exam rooms (up from 16), 18 testing rooms (up from 11), an expansive new shared waiting room and a new concierge desk to greet patients and visitors right outside the elevator. POC Suite 300 is now home to Mercy Clinic Heart and Vascular – 10012 Kennerly, Mercy Clinic Heart and Vascular Electrophysiology – 10012 Kennerly Suite, Mercy Heart and Vascular Testing – 10012 Kennerly and Mercy Clinic Heart Failure Program - St. Louis 10012 Kennerly Road.

Other portions of our heart and vascular team are available to patients in the same building with Mercy Vein Center – 10012 Kennerly located in suite 203 on the second floor and Mercy Clinic Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery – 10012 Kennerly, Mercy Clinic Cardiovascular Surgery – 10012 Kennerly and Mercy Clinic Vascular Specialists – 10012 Kennerly serving patients in their recently renovated space in suite 101 on the first floor.

09/21/2025

The Cyberknife Radiation Oncology System, the newest treatment option at the David M. Sindelar Cancer Center at , treats cancerous and non-cancerous tumors alike. Utilizing a robotic arm to continuously adjust to the needs of the patient, radiation is delivered directly to the tumor avoiding surrounding healthy tissue.

The Cyberknife treatment is specialized for radiation treatments of the brain, lung, prostate, spine and abdomen without an incision and with minimal side effects. The treatment is non-invasive, pain-free and allows patients to return to their normal activity the same day. Treatment can typically be completed in 1 to 5 sessions.

Ask your doctor if the CyberKnife is a good option for you, and learn more here: https://bit.ly/4nInPKZ

09/20/2025

"I was dead when they brought me here,” Steve Meier said. “I was one of the 10% who make it through” cardiac arrest due to a “widowmaker” heart attack.

Steve says he has a wonderful life enjoying time with his wife, their children and grandchildren – thanks to the life-saving medical and emotional care he received from Mercy Hospital South and Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South.

09/19/2025

Congratulations to Abbie Daniels, registered respiratory therapist, who earned the Tulip Award for the outstanding, compassionate care she provides with the respiratory department.

A co-worker nominated Abbie by writing: “Abbie goes above and beyond for all of her patients. She is a constant bright light on the floor who makes everyone's day. For example, a patient was in for respiratory distress. Her husband was at the bedside and had forgotten his wallet at home that day. Abbie took his order, went to the cafeteria, bought him lunch and delivered it to the room. She does tasks like this on a daily basis, and we are lucky to have her!”

09/18/2025

Welcome to Mercy, Dr. Kevin Brennan. If he seems familiar to you — it's because he is! He's following in his father's footsteps serving the community. He has joined Drs. Andrew Grabowski, Stephen Staten and Donna Wagstaff and physician assistant Tabatha Sauer serving patients with Mercy Clinic Primary Care – Oakville. Get to know Dr. Brennan in his own words.

❓Why did you get into health care?

I wanted a career that would allow me to help people in their daily lives. In addition, my father is Dr. Richard Brennan, a long-time OB/GYN here at Mercy South and St. Anthony’s. He was a huge role model for me and encouraged me throughout this process.

❓Did you always know you wanted to be a physician? What drew you to primary care?

I originally went into college undecided, but after a lot of contemplation realized medicine was my true calling. I was drawn to primary care because I can see patients from newborns all the way through end of life. That allows me to form lifelong relationships which I think is such an important aspect for the patient-physician relationship.

❓What should patients know about you?

I am extremely honored and humbled to be able to be in the position I am in as a physician. I am a very laidback down-to-earth guy. I hope that my patients feel comfortable approaching me with any questions or concerns, and I look forward to working with them in the future for years to come.

❓Are there any specific conditions, procedures or treatments that most interest you?

I enjoy all aspects of primary care, but I’m particularly interested in helping people manage chronic conditions, weight management, lifestyle changes, sports medicine and women's health.

❓Why did you choose to join Mercy?

With Mercy being a Catholic health care system, that allows me to practice medicine in line with my Catholic faith, which is extremely important to me as a physician.

❓What do you like about living here?

I grew up in South County, specifically right here in the Mehlville-Oakville area. All of my friends and family were within close proximity which was my favorite part about growing up here. I enjoy living here in St. Louis because of our great sports teams, lots of family-friendly activities and awesome food.

❓Do you mind sharing a little about your personal life?

I've been married to my wife, Maria, for 7 years. Together, we have twin 4-year-old boys, Walter and William, and an 18-month-old daughter, Ruth. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, working out, cooking, baking, hunting and fishing.

09/17/2025

A specialized team of colon and re**al surgery specialists is now caring for patients at .

Mercy Clinic Colon and Re**al Surgery – St. Louis 10012 Kennerly provides personalized, high-level care for a wide range of colon, re**al and a**l conditions. They are patient-centered and committed to a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach for complex cases such as colon cancer, re**al cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and complications from diverticulitis including fistulas, abscesses and strictures. They are the surgical side of the bigger gastroenterology (GI) team, working to provide a team-based approach to provide high-quality care for a multitude of conditions. The team includes Dr. Tatiana Ramirez and Dr. Patrick Chizek.

09/16/2025

At Mercy’s recent Accommodation for Success event, we turned the tables with a reverse job fair that celebrated these unique strengths. The day also featured practical sessions on inclusive hiring and training, along with powerful first-hand stories from a lived-experience panel. We brought together workforce boards, disability support agencies and inclusive employers for a day of learning, connection and inspiration!

09/16/2025

Thank you to all the members of our rehabilitation team for the outstanding care they provide our patients. is a great time to honor these caregivers who help patients live their lives to the fullest – whether that care comes in an inpatient setting in the hospital or rehab hospital or in at outpatient setting in one of or our many therapy services clinics. Keep up the great work, and happy Rehab Week!

09/14/2025

Mercy unequivocally condemns all violence and violent rhetoric. Our prayers are with Charlie Kirk’s family and loved ones after this horrifying act of violence.

Today, we were made aware of unacceptable statements made by a social media user whose profile says she’s a nurse at St. Anthony’s, which is the former name for Mercy Hospital South. We reviewed our employee records and can confirm this person does not work at Mercy. Mercy would never tolerate any employees celebrating violence, which would be a clear violation of not only our employee policies but also our mission as a healing ministry of Jesus.

09/14/2025

Getting screened for prostate cancer may not be comfortable — but it can save your life. 💙

Mercy caregiver Kim Henderson knows this firsthand. When her uncle's screening came back positive, her father and her other uncle got screened and came back positive, as well. All three got surgery and gained more precious years with the people they love.

Screenings aren’t just about you — they’re about your family, your friends and everyone who would love more time with you.

Do it for the ones you love. Get screened.

09/14/2025

📣 Shout out to our medical staff for their generosity supporting our community's schools. Not only did they donate $1,500 towards our back-to-school supplies drive, they also bought $3,500 worth of basic need items and donated it directly to the Hancock Place School District. These are items like laundry detergent, dishwashing detergent, dish soap, deodorant, hand soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, body wash, cleaning wipes, disinfectant spray and feminine hygiene products to support their students.

We also want to thank Target for the wonderful assistance from Terrance and Dawson at their South County store. They helped us with our shopping, opened a lane to handle such a large order and then loaded our vehicles for us. Thank you!

09/14/2025

Hospitals are filled with moments of healing and hope, but sometimes those moments come from the community itself. A new family was surprised with an anonymous gift of baby essentials and words of encouragement, a simple gesture that made a lasting impact!

09/13/2025

Born at just 22 weeks, Vivien's journey began with uncertainty and heartbreak after the loss of her twin brother. Through every scare and setback in the NICU, her parents never stopped pouring love and hope into her. Today, she's a charismatic 8-year-old with a story that inspires.

Vivien's mom, Stephanie, shares: "We weren’t just another patient, we could tell that everyone truly cared! We felt more like family by the care and love that was provided. We only have the doctors and nurses to thank for not giving up on her or us! She is now 8 years old with no physical deficits!"

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09/13/2025

Congratulations to Shannon Rapp, patient service representative, who earned the Teacup Award for the outstanding, compassionate care she provides with Mercy Clinic OB/GYN – 10004 Kennerly Suite 230A.

A co-worker nominated Shannon by writing: “Shannon demonstrated extraordinary compassion and initiative. A pregnant patient arrived for her appointment only to discover afterward that her ride had left due to unforeseen issues – leaving her stranded, distressed and without a way to get home. Without hesitation, Shannon stepped in. She contacted the transportation service listed on the back of the patient’s insurance card, coordinated a ride and stayed by the patient’s side to offer comfort and reassurance. She even walked with her to the hospital to ensure she safely connected with the arranged transportation. Shannon took it a step further to connect with the social worker listed in the patient’s chart to ensure services went beyond the date of service. Shannon went above and beyond – not only solving a logistical challenge but also providing emotional support during a vulnerable moment. Her actions reflect a deep commitment to patient care and a remarkable ability to mobilize resources and respond with empathy. She made a lasting impact.”

09/13/2025

Hello, Farmington!

We're honored to expand our service to Farmington and the entire St. Francois County community with the addition of primary care, orthopedics, spine and pain management, integrated medicine and therapy services, imaging services and convenient care clinics. We welcomed all these new caregivers and locations with today's blessing and ribbon cutting.

09/12/2025

Bill and Linda Giese are two of the volunteers who serve our de Greeff Hospice House. But the real star of their visits is Fred their therapy dog. The Gieses shared this story from a recent visit to the hospice house.

“Fred hands out his trading cards when during his therapy dog visits. If we ever wondered about the effect Fred has on those he meets, a recent visit to the hospice house was a reminder that he has a significant impact on many people who are grieving for a loved one. A visitor to the house approached us and right away went up to Fred. She remembered Fred from over a year ago when her father was in the house. Sadly, she was there as her mother was a hospice patient. She remembered Fred visiting her and her dad and told us she still carries Fred’s trading card in her purse. Later that same day, a second visitor was there to see a loved one and took time to love on Fred. He showed us a picture of his dog who had crossed the rainbow bridge, and we talked about how our dogs’ lives are never long enough. I gave him one of Fred’s cards. A bit later, he stopped me and told me that he is going to put Fred’s card on his refrigerator. This may seem like a small act, but it reflects on the positive emotional experience that our Fred brings to people who are struggling with loss.”

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a hospice volunteer, contact Jessica.Werner@mercy.net or call 314-525-7368.

09/11/2025

Mercy unequivocally condemns all violence and violent rhetoric. Our prayers are with Charlie Kirk’s family and loved ones after today’s horrifying act of violence.

Tonight, we were made aware of unacceptable statements made by a social media user whose profile says she’s a nurse at Mercy. We reviewed our employee records and can confirm this person does not, and has never, worked at Mercy. Mercy would never tolerate any employees celebrating violence, which would be a clear violation of not only our employee policies but also our mission as a healing ministry of Jesus.

09/10/2025

The best care happens when we care for each other. We've been recognized again by the American Hospital Association's Joy in Medicine® program, proving that our focus on well-being is making a real difference for the people who serve every day: https://bit.ly/3JULmK9

09/10/2025

You are not alone—and help is always available. We believe mental health is just as important as physical health. Start the conversation with your primary care doctor or explore our behavioral health services: https://www.mercy.net/service/mental-behavioral-health/

And remember, if you ever need immediate help, call or text 988.

09/07/2025

The ultimate baby-prep checklist: travel supplies, clothing, feeding supplies, safe sleep items, diapering and more. Download the full list now: https://bit.ly/3VBExQ6

09/06/2025

Some of our patients and their families had a night to remember at the St. Louis Cardinals Pediatric Cancer Awareness Game recently. From stepping onto the field before the first pitch to meeting players up close, the evening was filled with joy, courage and unforgettable memories.

09/05/2025

This week, we had the privilege of celebrating a milestone that will shape health care in Oklahoma for years to come. Thanks to a new gift of nearly $4 million from The Meinders Foundation, the late Herman Meinders is now Mercy’s largest individual donor in history.

Of this incredible contribution, $3 million will expand the Meinders Center for Movement Disorders, and $700,000 will bring advanced, minimally invasive technology for lung biopsies to our patients.

Friends, family and Mercy caregivers gathered to honor this legacy, including the namesakes for the new Robert H. Meinders and Linda Meinders Drumm Neurology Clinic, which is on the third floor of the Meinders NeuroScience Institute.

Since 2018, Herman and LaDonna Meinders - who both passed away in the past year - have given more than $24 million. Their generosity leaves a legacy of hope and healing across Oklahoma.

👉 Read more about the Meinders family’s lasting impact: https://bit.ly/3I6cZzg

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