Dr. Samuel R. Carter, MD | Joplin, MO | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Samuel Carter specializes in internal medicine, bringing 37 years of experience to his practice in Missouri. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed his residency training at Wilford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Carter is fluent in English and has built his career helping patients manage a wide range of internal medicine conditions.

Dr. Carter practices at Freeman Hospital West and Mercy Hospital Joplin, both located in Joplin, Missouri. He treats patients dealing with joint stiffness and back pain, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients improve their mobility and manage pain. Dr. Carter also performs complete blood count tests to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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accepting new patients
4.4

23 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English
Wilford Hall Medical Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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Very busy office, but he manages to keep a personal touch. Easy Dr. and Staff to trust.

November 19th, 2015

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I have been a patient of Dr. Carters for over 20 years. He always walks in with a smile on his face and is very friendly and professional. If I have any health concerns I feel I can talk to him about anything. I have referred several family members to him whom he is now their primary doctor. Need I say more?

January 23rd, 2015

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Always feel he or his assitant try to do everything they can to improve whatever health issue I am having. I have gone to him for several years now and have been very pleased with him as my doctor. He also has a great staff who are friendly and helpful If he is not available to see you as quickly as you would like then his assistant can usually see you the same day you call. I like her very much too and she will consult with him if she needs to about your condition.

August 20th, 2013

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He is very caring and thorough and always wants to know what is going on. He has time to listen. He also has a very caring nursing staff. Very professional. Glad he took me as a patient.

September 15th, 2011

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Because of numerous health problems I have had to see many doctors. Dr. Carter is one of the best that I have seen. Does research on things that are outside his area of expertise, caring manner and willing to take time to explain things to you.

November 2nd, 2009

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getting back to someone...not so good.Called today and hello now your closed I am in pain and what the heck

December 12th, 2008

Carter Samuel R Iii Medical Group

2024 S Maiden Ln Ste 203Joplin, MO 64804

Tel: (417) 659-4661

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Joplin

100 Mercy WayJoplin, MO 64804

Tel: (417) 781-2727

Freeman Hospital West

1102 W 32nd StJoplin, MO 64804

Tel: (417) 347-1111


Dr. Samuel Russell Carter, MD	Dr. Michael Albrecht, MD	Eric Harker	Dr. Johnny Espinoza
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Nephrology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (23 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Joplin , MO	LANSING , KS	Lyons , CO	Joplin , MO
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston	Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Internal Medicine

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Immunization
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wilford Hall Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 1989

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