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Dr. Brian Curtis, MD

Dr. Brian Curtis, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Curtis, MD is a neurosurgeon in Joplin, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cox Barton County Hospital and Freeman Hospital West. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

1905 W 32nd St Ste 403 Joplin, MO 64804

Make an Appointment

(417) 347-7200

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Curtis is affiliated with Cox Barton County Hospital Lamar, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Curtis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Curtis specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Curtis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Curtis

4.1

13 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
23%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lauren Simonds – Oct 11, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sheri Farmer in Stark City, MO – Aug 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian Curtis, MD is a neurosurgeon in Joplin, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cox Barton County Hospital and Freeman Hospital West. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Tufts University

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Curtis is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Healthsouth Rehab Center1905 W 32nd St Ste 403 Joplin, MO 64804
    1
    Freeman Neurospine-Neurosurgery3401 McIntosh Cir Ste 100 Joplin, MO 64804
    2
    Freeman Health System932 E 34th St Joplin, MO 64804
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Cox Barton County Hospital

      29 NW 1st Ln
      Lamar, MO 64759
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      96%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      21% higher than the national average

      93%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      16% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Freeman Neosho Hospital

      113 W Hickory St
      Neosho, MO 64850

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      91%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Freeman Hospital West

      1102 W 32nd St
      Joplin, MO 64804
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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