Summary

Dr. David Dawson is an internal medicine specialist with a focus on hospital medicine who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Freeman Health System, giving him deep familiarity with the local healthcare community. With 17 years of clinical experience, Dr. Dawson has developed expertise in managing complex medical conditions that require hospitalization. He is fluent in Arabic, English, and French, allowing him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Dawson practices at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, Missouri, where he treats patients with serious respiratory conditions and kidney problems. He specializes in caring for patients experiencing respiratory failure, including pediatric cases, and managing acute kidney injury. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and metabolic panels, along with cardiac enzyme studies to evaluate heart function when needed.
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Quick Facts

  • 17 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English, French
  • Freeman Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Freeman Hospital West

1102 W 32nd StJoplin, MO 64804
Mon8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 9:30 am
SatClosed
SunClosed

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17 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Arabic, English, French Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English
Joplin , MOLyons , COMesquite , TXLansing , KS
Med School: University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Michael Dawson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Michael Dawson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Michael Dawson has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. David Michael Dawson holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Freeman Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Dawson's NPI number is 1053554477.

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Dr. David Dawson speaks Arabic, English, and French.
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Dr. David Dawson's office is located at 1102 W 32nd St, Joplin, MO, 64804.
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