Katherine Kougias Temprano MD

Rheumatologist - BJC Medical Group - Rheumatology

3023 N Ballas RdSte 500DSt. Louis, MO 63131
Phone+1 314-996-7930
Fax+1 314-996-7658

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Summary

Dr. Katherine Temprano is a rheumatologist based in Saint Louis, MO, specializing in arthritis. She completed her medical education and training at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Her career includes roles as a rheumatologist at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital since 2010 and at the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital from 2005 to 2009. She also served as the Rheumatology Fellowship Program Director at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital from 2011 to 2018. Dr. Temprano has authored notable publications on topics such as Raynaud's disease and lupus-associated pancreatitis, which have been cited multiple times. Her accolades include being listed on the Best Doctor's List from 2013 to 2019 and being recognized as a Fellow by the American College of Rheumatology.

Education & Training

SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of MedicineFellowship, Rheumatology, 2003 - 2005
University of Kentucky College of MedicineChief Residency, Internal Medicine, 2002 - 2003
University of Kentucky College of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1999 - 2002
University of Kentucky College of MedicineClass of 1999

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Certifications & Licensure

KY State Medical License 2000 - 2027
MO State Medical License 2009 - 2027
American Board of Internal Medicine Rheumatology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Best Doctor's List Best Doctor's Inc, 2013-2024
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2014, 2016-2017
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Beacon Oncology 2014 Certified Module, Epic Systems Corporation, 2014, 2016-2017

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

29 citations
Cogan's Syndrome: Clinical Presentations and Update on Treatment
Gabriela M. Espinoza, Joseph Wheeler, Katherine K Temprano, Angela Prost Keller
Current Allergy and Asthma Reports. 2020-06-16
45 citations
A Review of Raynaud's Disease.
Katherine K Temprano
Missouri Medicine. 2016-03-01
59 citations
Lupus-Associated Pancreatitis
Gideon Nesher, Gabriel S. Breuer, Katherine K. Temprano, Terry L. Moore, David Dahan
Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism. 2006-02-01