Dr. Bruce A. Akuna, DO | JOPLIN, MO | Family Medicine

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Dr. Bruce Akuna specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and brings 22 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Akuna speaks English fluently with his patients.

Dr. Akuna maintains hospital affiliations with Mercy Hospital Joplin, Freeman Hospital West, and Freeman Neosho Hospital, practicing in Joplin, Missouri. He focuses on managing conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, elevated lipid levels, and type 2 diabetes. His practice incorporates services like complete blood count testing and strength training programs. Patients have given Dr. Akuna an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 on Vitals.

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4.2

18 Ratings
22 years of experience
speaks English
Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
6 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
1 office location
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WORST. DOCTOR. EVER...!!!!! Dr. Akuna is a JOKE. He "coded" my 1st appointment so insurance charged me $400+ for an office visit. Incompetent office staff did not note of called in cancelations and made NO reminder calls for more than half of scheduled appointments. Hospital made follow-up appointment for me after joint replacement. NO REMINDER CALL was made by his office. I called that day to cancel because of severe pain and inability to drive myself. Two days later, I got a certified letter in the mail detailing my "release" due to no-shows. When I asked to talk with him, I was told he "refused" to speak to me. STAY AWAY FROM THIS DOCTOR. He is a JOKE and his office staff is incompetent at best.

May 8th, 2019

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Dr. Akuna is the only Doctor I have ever had that goes line by line over your lab report with you. He explains what each line is for, what it should be, what yours is, and how it is going to effect you if remains at this level. He listens to you w/his heart. I have never had a better doctor. I wish every Doctor would take bedside manner lessons from him!!!! He does NOT have the god attitude that many doctors display.

September 8th, 2018

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Dr. Akuna is both pleasant and concerned, and his staff very accommodating and caring, as well!

November 20th, 2017

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Dr. Akuna is compassionate , willing to listen, and eager to help. He is personable and has a great bedside manner. His staff is fun and helpful. Going to the doctor is a great chore for me, but they all make it less stressful. He will do what he can to help you to a healthier you!!

March 11th, 2016

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I always feel like I understand my health and conditions better when Dr Akuna explains things to me. Very positive experience for my family.

November 9th, 2015

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Love this guy.... but the waiting drives me crazy. The staff can be a little abrasive, snotty at times.

January 26th, 2015

Cornerstone Medical

2613 S MAIN ST STE DJOPLIN, MO 64804

Tel: (417) 553-7920

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Bruce Aki Akuna, DO	Dr. Henri Roca, MD	Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC	Helix Virtual Care
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (18 Ratings)	4.3 (6 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	29 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
JOPLIN , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Orlando , FL	Boca Raton , FL
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 2004

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Which hospitals is Dr. Bruce Akuna affiliated with?: Dr. Bruce Akuna is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin, FREEMAN HOSPITAL WEST, and Freeman Neosho Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Bruce Akuna speak?: Dr. Bruce Akuna speaks English.

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