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Dr. Donald Cotton is a physician specializing in surgery and emergency medicine with 56 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St Johns Medical Center. Dr. Cotton is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Cotton practices at Freeman Hospital West and Freeman Neosho Hospital in Joplin and Neosho, Missouri. He focuses on treating conditions such as venous skin ulcers, varicose veins, and type 2 diabetes complications. His expertise includes chronic wound care, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and specialized wound treatment techniques like Unna boot applications.
Dr. Cotton practices at Freeman Hospital West and Freeman Neosho Hospital in Joplin and Neosho, Missouri. He focuses on treating conditions such as venous skin ulcers, varicose veins, and type 2 diabetes complications. His expertise includes chronic wound care, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and specialized wound treatment techniques like Unna boot applications.
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Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- St Johns Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Donald Ray Cotton has 3 locationsDr. Donald Ray Cotton
3315 McIntosh CirJoplin, MO 64804 Tel: (417) 347-4800
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald Ray Cotton
Medical Specialties
Dr. Donald Ray Cotton has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Donald Ray Cotton has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
St Johns Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Missouri Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1970
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- Dr. Donald Cotton has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Cotton affiliated with?
- Dr. Donald Cotton is affiliated with FREEMAN HOSPITAL WEST and Freeman Neosho Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Donald Cotton's office located?
- Dr. Donald Cotton's office is located at 3315 McIntosh Cir, Joplin, MO, 64804.
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