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19 Sports Medicine Physicians Found in Buckner, MO

We found 19 Sports Medicine Physicians available in Buckner, MO with an average 4 stars across 343 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 12 Sports Medicine Physicians listed are accepting new patients and 9 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Gregory Paul Ballard, MD

Sports Medicine
4.2
75 ratings
26 years exp
Independence, MO9.5 mi
"Just finished my first of two knee surgeries. Conformis procedure is amazing. Five weeks out and I am better than new. Dr. Ballard, staff and CenterPoint hospital is great. " View Profile
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Dr. Curtis Delon Johnson, MD

Anesthesiology
4.4
36 ratings
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.1 mi
"Dr Johnson is a very knowledgeable doctor with a good sense of humor and makes me feel like I’m receiving the best care from the best pain management doctor out there!" View Profile
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Dr. Mark B Chaplick, DO

Anesthesiology
4
34 ratings
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.1 mi
"First I went to the wrong location. I was over 15 min late for my appointment by the time I got there." View Profile
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Dr. David Dennis Dyck, DO

Sports Medicine
4.5
11 ratings
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.4 mi
"David and his staff were vary polite and professional." View Profile
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Dr. Rebecca Cortney Burfeind, MD

Anesthesiology
3.1
36 ratings
29 years exp
Independence, MO9.1 mi
"Dr. Burfeind listens carefully. Has given spouse excellent relief of his intense, extreme pain." View Profile
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Dr. Thomas Patrick Laughlin, MD

Anesthesiology
2.9
26 ratings
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.1 mi
Dr. Thomas Patrick Laughlin, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Belton, MO and Independence, MO(and 13 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. James Andrew Scowcroft, MD

Anesthesiology
3
22 ratings
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.5 mi
"I saw him once in the office. He was very relaxing. He knew exactly what I was having trouble with, he set up an appointment and Walla." View Profile
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Dr. Atef F Israel, MD

Pain Medicine
2.9
17 ratings
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.1 mi
"For years I've been trying to find a Doctor who understands Chronic pain and nerve pain." View Profile
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Dr Gregory Robert Vandenberghe

Orthopedic Surgery
4.2
39 ratings
28 years exp
Independence, MO9.5 mi
Dr Gregory Robert Vandenberghe is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Overland Park, KS and Independence, MO(and 2 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Megan Mayer

Sports Medicine
4.8
9 ratings
Accepting New Patients
Blue Springs, MO8.2 mi
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Dr. Wesley Frevert

Sports Medicine
4
9 ratings
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Blue Springs, MO8.2 mi
"Dr. Wesley listened and has great bedside manner. I highly recommend him. I just had shoulder surgery and I’m very happy with the care I received." View Profile
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Dr. Zachary Vaughn Roberts, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
5
6 ratings
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.5 mi
"He saved my legs after an tragic accident, never thought I would ever walk agian, but am now walking with a cain 2 years later, without Dr. Roberts care I honestly do not believe I would be doing progressivly well, I am truely in good hands." View Profile
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Dr. Phillip Jeffrey Greene, MD

Family Medicine
3.6
13 ratings
25 years exp
Oak Grove, MO9.2 mi
"Good Doctor. Friendly and knowledgable" View Profile
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Dr. Paul Christopher Cowan, MD

Sports Medicine
3.9
8 ratings
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.5 mi
"Dr. Paul C. Cowan and his associates are excellent. I had total reverse shoulder replacement. E everything he told me about the surgery happened exactly has he said." View Profile
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Dr. Jon Packard Hedgecock

Orthopedic Surgery
5
1 rating
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Independence, MO9.5 mi
"Dr. Hedgecock is the best! He performed two of my hip surgeries and I’m so glad I trusted him. He is a healer! He is kind, humble, easy going and so easy to talk to." View Profile
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Dr. Sean Patrick Rogan, DC

Chiropractor
0 ratings
24 years exp
Blue Springs, MO7.3 mi
Dr. Sean Patrick Rogan, DC is a health care provider primarily located in Blue Springs, MO, with another office in Blue Springs, MO. He has 24 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Emily Jane Gibson

Sports Medicine
0 ratings
9 years exp
Blue Springs, MO7.7 mi
Dr. Emily Jane Gibson is a health care provider primarily located in Blue Springs, MO, with other offices in Lees Summit, MO and Hendersonville, TN(and 4 other locations). View Profile
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Dr. Christopher M Fox

Sports Medicine
1
1 rating
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Blue Springs, MO8.2 mi
Dr. Christopher M Fox is a health care provider primarily located in Blue Springs, MO. They have 12 years of experience. View Profile
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Dr. Kristian Ashtin De Nagel

Family Medicine
0 ratings
6 years exp
Independence, MO9.5 mi
Dr. Kristian Ashtin De Nagel is a health care provider primarily located in Independence, MO, with other offices in Lees Summit, MO and Independence, MO(and 6 other locations). View Profile
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What is a Sports Medicine Physician and How Can They Help You?

A sports medicine physician specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating activity-related injuries. These specialists help athletes and active individuals recover from injuries, enhance performance, and avoid future injuries.

Sports medicine doctors complete medical school, primary residency (family medicine, internal medicine, emergency medicine, or PM&R), and a one- to two-year sports medicine fellowship. Some orthopedic surgeons also complete sports medicine training.

A Sports Medicine Doctor's practice includes:

  • Emphasizes musculoskeletal trauma, exercise science, and athletic optimization
  • Conducts physical assessments, orders imaging, diagnoses activity-related injuries, formulates treatment and rehabilitation strategies
  • Treats ligamentous injuries, muscular strains, tendon inflammation, overuse injuries, skeletal stress injuries, and head trauma
  • Uses conservative management (therapeutic injections, bracing, physical rehabilitation), exercise programming, and orthopedic surgical coordination
  • Also called: sports physician, athletic medicine specialist, team doctor, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Sports Medicine Physician in Buckner who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Sports Medicine Physicians in Buckner who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Sports Medicine Physicians in Buckner who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Sports Medicine Physicians providing telehealth services in Buckner. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Sports Medicine Physicians in Buckner?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Sports Medicine Physicians, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Sports Medicine Physician in Buckner?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Buckner. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Sports Medicine Physicians in Buckner have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Buckner. This helps you find a Sports Medicine Physician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Sports Medicine Physicians in Buckner without calling?
Search for Sports Medicine Physicians who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Sports Medicine Physician in Buckner with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Sports Medicine Physicians in Buckner. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Sports Medicine Physician in Buckner?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Sports Medicine Physician.
How can I locate a Sports Medicine Physician in Buckner who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Sports Medicine Physicians. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Sports Medicine Physician in Buckner who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Sports Medicine Physicians practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Sports Medicine Physicians who work there.

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