Summary

Dr. Kevin Christian is a Doctor of Osteopathy who specializes in surgery, trauma surgery, and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has practiced for 18 years, developing expertise in emergency surgical interventions and intensive care management. Dr. Christian is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the region.

Dr. Christian practices across multiple hospital systems in Missouri and Kansas, including affiliations with Mercy Hospital Joplin, Freeman Hospital West, and CoxHealth Medical Center South. His clinical focus includes treating conditions such as ventral hernias, gallstones, and acute gallbladder inflammation. He performs various procedures including colonoscopies and sedation services for patients requiring diagnostic procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals, reflecting his commitment to comprehensive surgical and critical care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 18 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Locations

Dr. Kevin Clay Christian has 7 locations

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic - Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Clinic

3800 S National Ave Ste 600Springfield, MO 65807
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Freeman General And Vascular Surgical Group

3302 McIntosh Cir Ste 1Joplin, MO 64804
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Freeman Hospital West

1102 W 32nd StJoplin, MO 64804

Freeman Neosho Hospital

113 W Hickory StNeosho, MO 64850

Mercy Hospital Pittsburg

1 Mt Carmel WayPittsburg, KS 66762

Mercy Hospital Joplin

100 Mercy WayJoplin, MO 64804

Freeman Surgical Center

811 W 34th StJoplin, MO 64804
Mon7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryUrologySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
3.2 
4.7 
18 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Springfield , MOFORT SMITH , ARSpringfield , MOBoca Raton , FL
Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kevin Clay Christian

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Kevin Clay Christian has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kevin Clay Christian has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)
  • Trauma Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Kevin Clay Christian holds an expired medical license in the states of Kansas and Missouri.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Kansas that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Christian's NPI number is 1194019968.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Kevin Clay Christian accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Kevin Clay Christian has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Kevin Clay Christian speak?
Dr. Kevin Clay Christian speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Kevin Clay Christian's office located?
Dr. Kevin Clay Christian's office is located at 3800 S National Ave Ste 600, Springfield, MO, 65807.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin Clay Christian?
You can find contact information for Dr. Kevin Clay Christian here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kevin Clay Christian affiliated with?
Dr. Kevin Clay Christian is affiliated with MEYER ORTHOPEDIC AND REHABILITATION HOSPITAL, Mercy Hospital Joplin, Coxhealth Medical Center South, Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, FREEMAN HOSPITAL WEST, Freeman Neosho Hospital, and Freeman Fort Scott Hospital Inc.

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