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Summary
Dr. Thomas Sanders specializes in orthopedic surgery with additional expertise in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. With 14 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Sanders focuses on helping patients restore mobility and manage musculoskeletal conditions. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Sanders practices at multiple Freeman Health System locations throughout Joplin and Neosho, Missouri. He commonly treats patients with osteoarthritis and tendon-related conditions, particularly knee osteoarthritis that affects daily activities. His procedures include diagnostic extremity X-rays to identify bone and joint problems, along with bursa aspirations and injections to reduce inflammation and pain in affected joints.
Dr. Sanders practices at multiple Freeman Health System locations throughout Joplin and Neosho, Missouri. He commonly treats patients with osteoarthritis and tendon-related conditions, particularly knee osteoarthritis that affects daily activities. His procedures include diagnostic extremity X-rays to identify bone and joint problems, along with bursa aspirations and injections to reduce inflammation and pain in affected joints.
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Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- 49 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mayo Clinic And Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Thomas Lee Sanders has 4 locationsFreeman Midwest Surgery
3105 Mc Clelland BlvdJoplin, MO 64804 Tel: (417) 781-2000
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 Surgical Center
811 W 34th StJoplin, MO 64804Mon7:00 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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| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 14 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Joplin , MO | Miami , OK | Joplin , MO | Joplin , MO |
| Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: Allama Iqbal Medical College | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Lee Sanders
Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas Lee Sanders has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Thomas Lee Sanders has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Thomas Lee Sanders holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.
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 Mayo Clinic And Medical School.
Medical School
Graduated from Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Sanders' NPI number is 1730443961.
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