There are no words to describe Dr.Veronikas! He is an angel, he should have wings on his back. He saved me by removing eroded mesh, and he brought in a colon rectal person to fix my colon. He's a compassionate, loving man. read more

From the initial consultation through the final post-op visit, Dr. Veronikis provides an incredibly well-thought-out and organized approach. Very professional overall. The staff are knowledgeable, pleasant, quick to respond with detailed answers, and incredibly organized with essential paperwork. The written, itemized estimate is provided at the time of consultation, and all questions are thoroughly answered. Once surgery is decided upon, you receive a thorough set of pre-op instructions and clear expectations for the post-operative period. A post-op appointment is scheduled ahead of time as well. Dr. Veronikis hand-picks his OR staff--OR nursing, circulating assistants, and anesthesiologists--and performs all of his surgeries from start to finish, including post-op care even if hospitalized overnight. (No residents or fellows involved, despite it being a teaching facility.) He uses his own surgical instruments, engraved with his name, to help avoid mix-ups. Specific OR rooms are reserved for multiple reasons, including decreased infection risk. As a healthcare provider myself, I can attest that his level of care exceeded my expectations. He offers interpreter days to consult with patients from other countries; many of his patients travel from abroad after researching his success. I canceled other consultation appointments after speaking with Dr. Veronikis. In my view, you should choose the expert in their field--someone who performs their skill with every surgery and specializes in a single area. Dr. Veronikis focuses on GYN surgeries, which reinforces his expertise, and his ratings and reviews reflect his skill. While some plastic surgeons offer similar procedures, they often perform a wide range of surgeries and focus less on the core GYN aesthetics. Any abdominal surgery carries risks for complications, including unintended injury to blood vessels, bowel, or bladder. With this in mind, seeking a dedicated specialist is worth considering over less-focused options. To summarize, my experience with Dr. Veronikis is akin to comparing theme parks to Disney World--exceptional attention to detail across the entire experience. It's remarkable that he delivers such a high standard of care within a teaching facility, and persuading hospital leadership to accommodate this level of service likely wasn't easy. read more

My surgery for pelvic prolapse was pain free after surgery and during recovery. I only took Tylenol for a bit of discomfort. Dr. Veronikis is an exceptionally skilled surgeon with a great caring personality. Thanks for all you do to take such good care of your patients. read more

Believe the hype !!! Dr. Veronikis is all that and more! His expertise is second to none, and he can in fact put Humpty Dumpty back together again. Thank you Dr. V for the complete reconstruction. I appreciate the care given by you and your staff!!! read more

He's amazing. The reviews were beyond accurate. Be careful...you might fall a little in love with Dr. Veronikis. He listens, and makes you feel both seen and heard. I've never met anyone like him. I wish he covered all aspects of female care. No one else will ever compare, in my opinion. read more

The care I received from Dr. Veronkis was exceptional. He listened attentively to all my concerns and provided personalized treatment that was exceptional. The office staff displayed a very high level of professionalism and made me feel very comfortable throughout the time spent in the office. He truly gave me back my confidence. read more

In 2007 I was implanted with two Alvaulta pelvic mesh slings, I was told it would help me with bladder prolapse and incontinence. Within six weeks, I started having severe issues. The doctor who placed the mesh was fired soon afterwards and I had no where to get help. First I went to Cleveland Clinic, make about seven trips, each trip was about an six hour drive one way. They did steroid shots in my pelvic floor, Botox shots (2 different trips), then finally surgery to remove the mesh. I found out later, the dr. just took a piece of mesh out. The pain and other issues just got worst. Then a friend told me about a Dr. in Dallas, Texas, I flew down three different times. After he ran tests and promising to remove the mesh, I had another surgery. This surgery really messed me up much worst. It took two trips to my local gynecologist and two different treatments with silver nitrate to heal the incision from the Dallas operation. The pain was still there, and getting worst. He, too only took a piece of mesh out. I had to quit my job, and lived in constant pain, couldn't sit for longer than ten minutes, I was sent to a pain clinic where they just kept pumping me full of stronger and stronger pain meds. The doctor at the pain clinic, suggested implanting me with a spinal stimulator which was suppose to help me cope with the pain. That turned out to be another disaster. Not only was it ineffective, it caused me more pain, plus the crazy costs of over 40k+. In desperation, I started doing my own research on the internet and found Dr. Veronikis. I called to make an appointment and was astonished when he, personally called me and talked to me. I immediately make an appointment and had my friend drive me there, about 10 hours one way for my consultation. He ran tests, examined me and was able to do my surgery in one visit. He showed me photos of the mesh he removed and how the others doctors took out chunks, exposing the sharp ends which was cutting through my nerves, tendons, muscles, skin and possibly vital organs in my body. As soon as I woke up, the pain was gone. Dr. Veroniksis was not only able to get both slings out, but also removed the arms (or anchors) of the mesh. I was told by numerous doctors that was impossible for anyone to do that. As soon as I recovered from surgery, I had the spinal stimulator removed, then a couple weeks later, walked into the pain clinic I had been going to for over five years and told them I wouldn't be back, and I haven't. That was almost six years ago (Oct. 2013) today I'm still almost pain free, able to go back to church, travel and do the things I never thought possible. I still have days where the pain bothers me, because of the nerve damage the mesh caused, but it's nothing like I suffered before Dr. V took out the mesh. Dr. V. gave me my life back, one I will never take for granted again. He has compassion, and takes the time needed to explain what he can do to help, but without any pressure. I thank God everyday for him. read more

He cut my bowel during surgery. I had to wait 6 months for another surgery with a new doctor and he declined to reimburse me.

This doctor ruined my life. Installed a Medtronic Interstim for urinary incontinence, and after 4 surgeries over 3 months, removed it because it wasn't successful and causing me to have drop foot, back pain and falls. Then 10 years later I find out that they left a lead inside my back. When I contacted him, not only would he not remove it, he made me pay out of pocket for the medical tests. The thing that makes me angriest is that I've recently found out fractured leads are a known problem with this implant, and he played dumb the whole time. read more

My experience in Dr.Veronikis' care was truly transformative in every sense of the word. When I reached out to him for the initial consultation over the phone, I immediately felt a weight lifted off my shoulders as his sympathetic and reassuring tone gave me the confidence I was seeking to be hopeful about the procedure (extraction of transvaginal sling). I am so grateful to have been accepted as a patient of this world-class surgeon at a moment's notice and welcomed by his excellent team who treated me with the utmost care. The procedure went exactly according to plan with no complications, and never for a moment did my confidence in his skills waver as Dr.Veronikis demonstrated exemplary professionalism. He made me feel entirely at ease by explaining the procedure in detail and ensuring all my questions and needs were addressed beforehand. Not only did he successfully complete such a complicated extraction, but he even offered to drive me to the hotel upon my discharge from the hospital ; this is just one example showing his nurturing, gentle, and compassionate nature that typifies his provision of care. I count myself truly blessed to have been treated and cared for by such a wonderful surgeon and human being; I cannot recommend him highly enough for anyone else seeking his services! read more

I was having problems with the trasnvaginal mesh that was put in me in 2005. I had surgery to remove portions of the mesh by two other doctors and was still having problems. I made the appointment with Dr. Veronikis and really didn't have much hope that he could help, but I figured I didn't have anything to loose. My mindset going into the apponitment was that he was not going to be able to help me, and that it would be a wasted trip to St Louis. Dr Veronikis is one one the best doctors I have ever meet. He made me and my husband feel at ease, he took the time to answer all of our questions and spoke to us in normal language that we could understand. He spent over an hour with us and really took the time to explain everything and make sure that we were comfortable with the procedure he was going to do. To make a long story short, I had the mesh removal surgery in January 2014 and woke up in the recovery room with no pain. The next morning the nurse came in and asked me if I needed any pain medication, and I told her Nope, I don't have any pain. As of today - 8 months later, I'm still pain free. No vaginal pain, cramps or stiff joints, - I haven't felt this good in years. I can't give him enough praise for giving me my life back and making me whole again. (My husband is happy again too!) The entire staff in his office are great, I would recommend if you are having pain from the transvaginal mesh, that you and your spouse see Dr Veronikis, and see if he can help. He helped me, and I am forever greatful. read more

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Dr Veronikis helped me when other doctors refused. His knowledge about the female anatomy is on key, he is precise in his treatment and surgical technique. Because of Dr Veronikis I am able to live a fully functional life. read more

I had surgery with Dr.Veronikis . He is a very knowledgeable doctor with a concern for the woman's well-being. His bedside manner is kind and honest. He is upfront with all the information to explain what will occur in surgery. His staff was very helpful with any question I had. I highly recommend this doctor. read more

I wanted to share my story of pain and suffering. I had a surgery in 2011 to correct a rectocele and cystocele and stress urinary incontinence. The surgery was called an Anterior/Posterior Repair and a TOT (mesh/sling) procedure by a surgeon in Kansas City, MO. After this surgery I discovered my vagina was the size of a 9 year old child. I was like what the hell has this surgeon done? He said yes you will need to use vaginal dilators to stretch the skin back out. Oh lord, I tried but I just could not tolerate the pain. Needless to say this affected my marriage. My poor husband was patient. But, we lived with this for a little over 2 yrs. I went to two other gynecologist and they would not touch me. Stating it was too dangerous due to the mesh implant. That the mesh implant had scarred me up to much. Finally, one of the last gynecologist I seen encouraged me to seek treatment from a specialist in St. Louis, MO. I was reluctant at first, especially due to the long drive of 3 1/2 hrs one way. But, Dr. D. Veronikis put me at ease right away. He was very gentle and professional. He was like YES I can fix you. He did not hesitate and he understood the pain I had been living with. I had the surgery and it was a great success. The recovery was a bit long and rough at times. But, it was well worth the work as now I am 4 months post op and doing great!! I can now be intimate with my husband with no pain. Dr. Veronikis and his staff are the best!! So, if you have pelvic pain or mesh complications, consider him to help you. read more

Dr. Veronikis is one of the best when it comes to mesh removal. His office is always busy because women from around the world travel to St. Louis for his surgical skills. I've had several encounters with Dr. Veronikis (appointments and surgeries). For a surgeon, he has a very good bedside manner. Granted, I wasn't looking for someone to hold my hand, I was looking for the best surgeon. He was thorough and professional. I'd recommend him to any woman in need of mesh removal and/or repairs. read more

When my regular gynecologist told me I had a prolapsed uterus and bladder that needed a sling, he gave me the name of a urologist that he said could rectify the bladder situation after he performed the hysterectomy. Later, a couple of friends told me about Dr. Dionysios Veronikis and they were quite please with him and when I heard he could perform both procedures himself during the same operation, I wanted to at least talk to him. I made an appointment and he was so kind, caring, and took the time to answer all my questions and not only did he explain in detail what all of this would entail, he gave me written explanations about what to expect, as well. I already had a vacation scheduled and the holidays were right around the corner, so I was concerned about how this could possibly all work out within the time restraints that I had, but even though Dr. Veronikis is extremely busy, he scheduled my surgery a couple of days after I returned from vacation so that I would have enough time to recover for the holidays. The surgery went exactly as he said it would and I didn't even need pain medication other than ibuprophen when I came home from the hospital. I went for my six week check up yesterday and can now resume all my normal activities. Dr. Veronikis was so professional and never rushed through my office visits, and I am so glad I chose him for my surgeon. He has a great staff, as well, and I highly recommend him. read more

I am a 38 year old patient of Dr. Veronikis who had a vaginal hysterectomy on 1/13/14. I suffered from fibroids for many years until I couldn't take it anymore. I was apprehensive about the surgery because my uterus was extremely large but Dr. Veronikis assured me that he would be able to perform the hysterectomy vaginally so I wouldn't be cut and have a fast recovery and he did just that! Now I feel awesome and have even gone back to work and I'm grateful for the work that he does for his patients. I would recommend him to any female in need of this surgery. No cutting of the abdomen, no robotic assistance and quick recovery makes Dr. Veronikis a great choice!!!! read more

I had been to several doctors over the years for a granulation tissue problem that started after I had a partial hysterectomy and bladder sling. My sling wasn't mesh, but it seems all my trouble stemmed from a suture. Anyway, After years of frustration and depression of not being able to solve the problem, I researched online and found Dr. Veronikis. The fact that people come from all over to see him, gave me hope that he could help me and he did, problem solved! Dr. Veronikis has a wonderful bedside manner, takes time to listen to you and to explain things. I drove from another state to go there, I would highly recommend him. read more