Executive Advisor, Mercy St. Louis Communities
Dr. David Meiners serves as executive advisor for Mercy's St. Louis Communities. With more than five decades as surgeon and administrator at Mercy, Dr. Meiners was the first physician leader of Mercy Hospital St. Louis. Prior to that, he served as chief administrative officer for Mercy Clinic as well as surgery department chair for Mercy’s Eastern Missouri region. Other Mercy roles include clinical director of surgical services and medical director of surgical specialties. Dr. Meiners received the inaugural Charles E. Thoele Physician Leadership Award in 2015 for his commitment to Mercy’s mission and values, long-time leadership, compassionate care, respect for colleagues, co-workers and patients.
Education and Credentials
Dr. Meiners earned his medical degree at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, and completed his residency at St. Louis University Hospital. He is board certified in general surgery.
