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Summary
Dr. John Esch Jr specializes in orthopedic surgery with over five decades of medical practice. They earned their medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed their residency training at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Health System. This extensive background has provided them with comprehensive expertise in surgical treatments for bones, joints, muscles, and related structures.
Dr. Esch practices at Midwest Orthopaedic Surgery in Joplin, Missouri, and maintains hospital affiliations with Mercy Hospital Carthage. Their long-standing career in orthopedic surgery reflects a deep commitment to helping patients recover from musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. The combination of their medical school training and Cleveland Clinic residency has equipped them with the skills needed to address a wide range of orthopedic concerns.
Dr. Esch practices at Midwest Orthopaedic Surgery in Joplin, Missouri, and maintains hospital affiliations with Mercy Hospital Carthage. Their long-standing career in orthopedic surgery reflects a deep commitment to helping patients recover from musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. The combination of their medical school training and Cleveland Clinic residency has equipped them with the skills needed to address a wide range of orthopedic concerns.
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Quick Facts
- 53 years of experience
- Cleveland Clinic Health System
- 2 specialties
- 16 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 53 Years of Experience | 63 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 57 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Joplin , MO | JOPLIN , MO | Neosho , MO | Joplin , MO |
| Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Government Medical College Kozhikode | Med School: University of Oklahoma | Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John Gerald Esch Jr has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Gerald Esch Jr has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1973.
NPI Number
Dr. Esch Jr's NPI number is 1982609384.
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- Dr. John Esch Jr's office is located at 3105 Mc Clelland Blvd, Joplin, MO, 64804.
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