Summary

Dr. Charles Ro specializes in surgery with 25 years of experience helping patients with a wide range of surgical needs. He earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and completed his residency training at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center. Dr. Ro is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Ro practices at Mercy Hospital Carthage and sees patients at Mercy Clinic General and Specialty Surgery in Joplin, Missouri. He focuses on treating conditions such as ventral hernias, gallstones, and umbilical hernias. His surgical expertise includes abdominal hernia repair and minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, including gallbladder removal. Patients rate Dr. Ro 4.0 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 25 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Mercy Clinic General and Specialty Surgery - Joplin

100 Mercy Way Ste 440Joplin, MO 64804
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryFamily MedicineSurgeryThoracic Surgery
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25 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Joplin , MOPittsburg , KSSpringfield , MOCarbondale , IL
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Charles Youngho Ro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Allwell from Home State Health
  • Ambetter from Home State Health
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
  • Arkansas MCO
  • BearSkin Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • CNH/Reman
  • Comp Care of the Ozarks
  • Comp Results
  • Coventry
  • Each Care Network
  • First Health Network
  • Health Management Network
  • Health Systems Inc.
  • HealthChoice
  • HealthNet Federal
  • Home State Health
  • Humana
  • Integrity Home Care
  • MHNet
  • Missouri Care
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • National Comp Care
  • NHC Advantage
  • Prime Health Services
  • Tri-State Healthcare Coalition
  • United Healthcare
  • USA Managed Care Organization

Medical Specialties

Charles Youngho Ro has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Charles Youngho Ro has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Charles Youngho Ro holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2001.

NPI Number

Charles Youngho Ro's NPI number is 1295945681.

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Charles Ro's office is located at 100 Mercy Way Ste 440, Joplin, MO, 64804.
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