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29 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christopher Edwards is a surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery and plastic surgery, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Dr. Edwards is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Edwards practices at Mercy Hospital Springfield and sees patients at Mercy Clinic General and Specialty Surgery in Springfield, Missouri. He focuses on helping patients with obesity and weight management challenges, including pediatric obesity cases. His surgical expertise includes treating hiatal hernias and performing laparoscopic procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 stars for his care and treatment approach.
Dr. Edwards practices at Mercy Hospital Springfield and sees patients at Mercy Clinic General and Specialty Surgery in Springfield, Missouri. He focuses on helping patients with obesity and weight management challenges, including pediatric obesity cases. His surgical expertise includes treating hiatal hernias and performing laparoscopic procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 stars for his care and treatment approach.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Memorial Health University Medical Center
- 6 written reviews
- 4 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Mercy Clinic General and Specialty Surgery - S. Fremont
1965 S Fremont Ave Ste 100Springfield, MO 65804 Tel: (417) 820-3800
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 31 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 62 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 | ||
| Springfield , MO | Branson , MO | Springfield , MO | Springfield , MO |
| Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher A. Edwards
Medical Specialties
Christopher A. Edwards has the following 4 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Christopher A. Edwards has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Christopher A. Edwards 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 Memorial Health University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Christopher A. Edwards' NPI number is 1134296569.
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