Dr. Melissa Hager, DO

Rheumatology

4438 Telegraph Road, Suite 500

Saint Louis, MO 63129 Directions

(314) 996-7930

www.bjc.org

4.9 out of 5

276 verified ratings

276 Ratings, 106 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Apr 22, 2026
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Dr Hager took time with me even though she was running behind. She is great at explaining things. I love that she appreciates how hard it can be to go down on my prednisone dose. She’s very competent and compassionate. I have a lot of trust in her.

Apr 20, 2026
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Dr. Hager is the BEST!! Staff is very friendly and helpful.

Apr 17, 2026
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I have been a patient for several years with Dr. Hager. I've been very impressed. Hager is excellent in what she's done. She's given me good directions, good medicine, and I'm very pleased with everything. So I would recommend her.

Apr 16, 2026
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Dr. Hager and staff are awesome.

Apr 16, 2026
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I really liked Dr Hager cause she listened to me and the concerns I have for my health.

Apr 10, 2026
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Dr. Hager is so attentive and she is one of my favorite doctors to go to. She's so professional and so well informed and I really feel like I have the best possible care when I see her.

Apr 6, 2026
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They need about 10 more of Dr. Haber.

Apr 6, 2026
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Great doctor and staff.

Apr 2, 2026
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Dr Hager was Amazing, Spent time with me, was not treated like a number. She truly loves her profession, and cares about her patients.

Apr 2, 2026
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Dr Hagar and staff take great care of me.

Apr 1, 2026
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Dr Hager is very thorough, caring, and professional. Same with her office staff.

Apr 1, 2026
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I can not think of a better experience than in meeting the staff at that location

Mar 24, 2026
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I think Melissa is an awesome doctor. She is an extremely good listener. She has a great personality. She does everything she can to help with health issues. I have recommended her to friends and family.

Mar 19, 2026
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Great experience

Mar 19, 2026
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Dr Hager is great. She is very attentive, listens carefully, asks questions and explains clearly. I trust her completely and am grateful for her care.

Mar 19, 2026
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Dr. Hagar and her staff were professional, and the entire visit—from beginning to end—was smooth, efficient, and effortless.

Mar 18, 2026
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Dr Haeger is thorough and compassionate. She listens and responds to questions. The staff is amazing.

Mar 17, 2026
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Dr. Melissa Hager is an extraordinary physician. I feel safe and informed in her care. She may be one of the kindest and wisest physician I know.

Mar 15, 2026
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I always have good experiences with my Doctors at BJC and their colleagues.

Mar 14, 2026
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Dr. Hager is very courteous. She takes an interest and she listens and she cares how you feel.

Mar 13, 2026
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I love Dr Hager and have been going to her for a long time and have my son going to her also

Mar 13, 2026
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Dr. Hager is the only doctor that I trust because she's completely honest and listens and does things appropriately. So she has my complete confidence.

Mar 13, 2026
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Dr. Hager is an extremely caring and very intelligent physician. She always explains everything thoroughly and includes me in my care plan with extended discussion.

Mar 12, 2026
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Dr Hager is always so kind and helpful. She has gone above and beyond to help me.

Mar 12, 2026
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Dr. Hager listens and describes everything in detail and allows me to make any decisions regarding my treatment.

Mar 12, 2026
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I always get the best care here always. I couldn’t ask for a better doctor and care team.

Mar 12, 2026
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Dr Hager and her assistant are fantastic

Dec 20, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
I think the entire staff is extraordinary in the way they work together and convey information and messages in order to accomplish the necessary task, not just on occasion, but all the time.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Dec 20, 2025
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Dr. Hager was very explanatory and courteous. I was extremely impressed with her.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Dec 20, 2025
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Dr Hagar went above and beyond getting me scheduled for urgent testing.

Dec 19, 2025
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The staff and Dr. Hager were all very friendly, professional, and respectful. This is the kind of care I always receive from Dr. Hager’s office. Thanks to all of the staff there.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Visit was great.

Dec 16, 2025
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Nurse was excellent too!!!
What could have been done to improve your experience?
All good

Dec 15, 2025
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Dr. Hager was very competent, affable and diligent in explaining my condition and her recommendations like always.Everything truly was excellent
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Everything was truly excellent!

Dec 15, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everyone was professional and personable

Dec 15, 2025
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Both Doc Hager and the Nurse were excellent, as usual.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
It was a good examine. I asked questions, she gave me thorough answers and she me follow on questions as required.

Dec 13, 2025
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Everyone is always 100% professional and also just plain nice!

Dec 12, 2025
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Dr. Hager is the epitome of what an excellent doctor is. She is patient, not condescending, and never makes me feel she is rushing. Likewise, her nurse is exceptional. She is disarming, cordial, and thorough.

Dec 10, 2025
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As always, Dr Hager and her team did a wonderful job. I am a physician and surgeon and have to pay cash to see Dr Hager. I know a good physician when I meet one, and I'm willing to pay out of pocket to receive such fine care.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Dec 5, 2025
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Dr Hager is a very caring and intelligent doctor! She really cares about the treatment and patient!
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Dec 3, 2025
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All at the facility were courteous and caring.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
No problem with visit.

Nov 30, 2025
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Dr Hagar
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Nothing else. It was an easy visit.

Nov 29, 2025
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Dr. Hager takes the time and attention needed to see each patient as an individual.

Nov 28, 2025
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Dr. Hager is excellent in both her medical knowledge and bedside skills. I wish I had more doctors like her.

Nov 25, 2025
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Everyone was great

Nov 25, 2025
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no
What could have been done to improve your experience?
no

Nov 22, 2025
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Dr. Hager and her staff are always topnotch. As a nurse/nurse practitioner myself, I expect quality care and Dr Hager and her staff EXCEED my expectations every single visit and in between visits as well. I recommend Dr to anyone looking for a rheumatologist.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Nov 22, 2025
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Dr Hager is excellent.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Nov 21, 2025
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Dr Hager
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Nothing

Nov 21, 2025
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Dr. Hagar is a very Excellent Physician. She always is very thorough explaining health issues & what needs to be done fore the Best Treatment, She is very Intelligent.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Nov 19, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
The staff were very friendly as well as Dr. Hager