Derek S. Towery, MD
Dermatology • Joplin, MO
Clinic Type
Dermatology
Address
Derek S. Towery, MD Dermatology Mercy Joplin
Phone
855-420-7900
jordan.larimore@mercy.net
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive
- Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, Medical News Today: High ratings generally cited (e.g., 4.8/5 on Healthgrades) (Hundreds of reviews across platforms; 1 review mentioned for specific listings)
Patients praise
- Highly professional and competent
- Thorough examinations and clear explanations of treatments
- Friendly and efficient office staff
- Good bedside manner
- Strong expertise in skin cancer and dermatology procedures
Common complaints
- Some patients may experience typical office visit wait times or administrative processes, although specific complaints were not found in the reviewed samples.
"My visit with Dr Towery was fantastic. Very thorough and professional. Great “bedside” manner. Highly recommended!"
— ScoreDoc / Healthgrades patient reviews"Knowledgeable and thorough in skin examination. Efficient and pleasant. Painless basal cell carcinoma removal. This Doctor is very expert in Skin Cancer."
— ScoreDoc / Healthgrades patient reviews"Efficient but friendly."
— Medical News Today / Patient reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Regional Dermatology Joins Epiphany Dermatology | National Business | joplinglobe.com — Feb 16, 2026
- Dr. Kevin Teel of Joplin Obituary, Missouri Passes Away in February 7 Accident: Wife Lindsey Teel, U.S. Dermatology Partners Colleagues, and Grateful Patients Mourn ‘Exceptional’ Provider and ‘Soul Mate’. - NEWS SPEEDRISE — Feb 12, 2026
- A Moment to Remember – Joplin Business Outlook — Jul 30, 2025
- Freeman Health System’s Dr. Derek Miller Noted by Newsweek for Knee Surgery Excellence – Joplin Business Outlook — Oct 2, 2025
- Joplin’s hospitals came together to treat tornado victims | News | joplinglobe.com — May 22, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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