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7 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Melissa Gaines specializes in geriatric medicine, focusing on the comprehensive healthcare needs of older adults. She earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas at Wichita and completed her residency there in 2007. With 22 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Gaines is board-certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. She provides care in English.
Dr. Gaines practices at CoxHealth Advantage Care and is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri. She has particular expertise in managing chronic kidney disease and heart failure in her patients. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy, manual therapy, and ultrasound therapy to help patients maintain their mobility and quality of life. Patients have given Dr. Gaines an average rating of 4.0.
Dr. Gaines practices at CoxHealth Advantage Care and is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South in Springfield, Missouri. She has particular expertise in managing chronic kidney disease and heart failure in her patients. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy, manual therapy, and ultrasound therapy to help patients maintain their mobility and quality of life. Patients have given Dr. Gaines an average rating of 4.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Kansas at Wichita
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
CoxHealth Advantage Care
1819 S National AveSpringfield, MO 65804 Tel: (417) 269-9220
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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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 22 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Springfield , MO | Saint Louis , MO | Lamar , MO | Springfield , MO |
| Med School: University of Kansas at Wichita (Medical Education) | Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Southern California, Los Angeles (Medical Education) | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa Gaines
Medical Specialties
Melissa Gaines has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Melissa Gaines has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Melissa Gaines holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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 University of Kansas at Wichita in 2007.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Kansas at Wichita (Medical Education) in 2004.
NPI Number
Melissa Gaines' NPI number is 1376557264.
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- Melissa Gaines is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South.
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- Melissa Gaines's office is located at 1819 S National Ave, Springfield, MO, 65804.
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