Summary

Dr. Melissa Beard grew up in Pittsburg, Kansas. She attended Pittsburg State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. She then moved on to University of Kansas School of Medicine, graduating in 1986. She completed her pediatric training at Childrens Mercy Hospital in Kansas City in 1989. After practicing pediatrics for 10 years in KCMO at Kaiser-Permanente, she joined Pediatric Care North in January, 2001. She is a board certified pediatrician and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Growing up as the child of a Pittsburg State coach, Dr. Beard was a passionate sports fan at an early age. She is an avid Kansas City sports fan, especially Royals and KU. She is our office expert and consultant on any sports topic. Dr. Beard also enjoys traveling, taking cruises, reading and spending time with family and friends.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Childrens Mercy Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa Jane Beard has 3 locations

Pediatric Care North

8781 N Platte Purchase DrKansas City, MO 64155
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

North Kansas City Hospital

2800 Clay Edwards DrNorth Kansas City, MO 64116

Childrens Mercy Adele Hall Campus

2401 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64108

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Kansas City , MOFranklin , TNFranklin , TNOverland Park , KS
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Sackler School of Medicine -- Tel-Aviv University Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Jane Beard

  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Jane Beard has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Jane Beard has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Childrens Mercy Hospital

Medical School

University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Dr. Melissa Beard is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital and Childrens Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus.

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