See All Dermatologists in Joplin, MO
Dr. Derek Towery, MD Icon-share Share Profile
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Super Profile

Dr. Derek Towery, MD

Dermatology*
4.8 (585)
Map Pin Small Joplin, MO
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Derek Towery, MD

Dr. Derek Towery, MD is a Dermatologist in Joplin, MO. They specialize in Dermatology, has 32 years of experience, and is board certified in Dermatology. They graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Freeman Hospital West. Dr. Towery, completed a residency at Okla University. Patients rated Dr. Towery an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Towery works at U.S. Dermatology Partners Joplin in Joplin, MO with other offices in Grove, OK. They frequently treat conditions like Seborrheic Keratosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

FindCare Super Profile Designation
Super Profile
5/5
Customize your search with filters that provide more Super Profile results near you
User Ratings (of at least 4.0)
Insurance Accepted
Headshot Available
Accepting New Patients
Conditions Treated and Procedures Performed

Dr. Towery's Office Locations

  1. 1
    U.S. Dermatology Partners Joplin
    2829 S Jackson Ave, Joplin, MO 64804 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 624-0440
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00
  2. 2
    U.S. Dermatology Partners Grove
    900 E 13th St Ste 101, Grove, OK 74344 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 624-0440
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    Closed
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3
    U.S. Dermatology Partners Joplin 7th St
    3435 E 7th St, Joplin, MO 64801 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 624-0440
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.

  • Freeman Hospital West

Experience & Treatment Frequency

NEW FEATURE

What is treatment frequency?

Our treatment frequency feature helps you understand howoften a provider performs or treats a specificprocedure/condition compared to other doctors. Providersrank in one of four frequency categories:

Very HighFrequency
HighFrequency
NormalFrequency
May Perform

Specific procedures/conditions that don’t haveenough data are indicated with “May Perform”. We encourageyou to contact the provider with questions about theirexperience.

Search for conditions or procedures.
Excision of Skin Lesion
Seborrheic Keratosis
Wart Freezing

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Excision of Skin Lesion
Seborrheic Keratosis
Wart Freezing
Actinic Keratosis
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Hypertrophic Scar
Intertrigo
Itchy Skin
Nail Infection
Rash
  • View other providers who treat Rash
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Skin Cancer
Telogen Effluvium
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Skin Tag Removal
Birthmark
Lipomas
  • View other providers who treat Lipomas
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Psoriasis
Ringworm
  • View other providers who treat Ringworm
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Boil
  • View other providers who treat Boil
Callus
  • View other providers who treat Callus
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Folliculitis
Fungal Nail Infection
Hair Loss
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Rosacea
  • View other providers who treat Rosacea
Skin Ulcer
Vasculitis
Warts
  • View other providers who treat Warts
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acne Surgery
Excision of Skin Cancer
Shaving of Skin Lesion
Acne
  • View other providers who treat Acne
Alopecia
  • View other providers who treat Alopecia
Bullous Pemphigoid
Cellulitis
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
Darier Disease
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Dermatomyositis
Dry Skin
  • View other providers who treat Dry Skin
Erythema Multiforme
Excessive Sweating
Genital Warts
Granuloma of Skin
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Herpes Simplex Infection
Hidradenitis
Hives
  • View other providers who treat Hives
Impetigo
  • View other providers who treat Impetigo
Jock Itch
Keloid Scar
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Planus
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Lupus
  • View other providers who treat Lupus
Lymphangioma
Melanoma
  • View other providers who treat Melanoma
Molluscum Contagiosum Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Parapsoriasis
Pemphigoid
Plantar Wart
Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Psoriatic Arthritis
Scabies
  • View other providers who treat Scabies
Shingles
  • View other providers who treat Shingles
Skin Discoloration
Spider Veins
Tinea Versicolor
Varicose Eczema
Varicose Veins
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Excision
  • View other providers who treat Excision
Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Check your insurance
    Close Icon
    Please double-check when making an appointment.

    View All Accepted Carriers

    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Coventry Health Care
    • First Health
    • MultiPlan

    * Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.

    Ratings & Reviews
    Reviews are displayed in date order and collected from patients who have agreed to reporting accurate and fair reviews. Providers with no reviews may have a new FindCare profile, or no submitted reviews on FindCare yet.

    Learn more about how FindCare's ratings and reviews work

    4.8
    Average provider rating
    Based on 585 ratings
    Patient Ratings (585)
    5 Star
    (534)
    4 Star
    (29)
    3 Star
    (7)
    2 Star
    (2)
    1 Star
    (13)
    Leave a review

    How was your appointment with Dr. Towery?

    Read more reviews on Healthgrades
    Photo: Dr. Derek Towery, MD
    How would you rate your experience with Dr. Derek Towery, MD?
    • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Towery to family and friends

    Dr. Towery's Office & Staff

    • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
    • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
    • Staff friendliness and courteousness
    • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

    Experience with Dr. Towery

    • Level of trust in provider's decisions
    • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
    • How well provider listens and answers questions
    • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

    Tell Us About Yourself

    • Your gender:
    • Your age group:
    • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

    Finish Here

    • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
      Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
    Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Derek Towery, MD.

    About Dr. Derek Towery, MD

    Specialties*
    • Dermatology

    • *Healthline does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
    Years of Experience
    Years of experience represents how long a provider has been practicing in their field since graduating from medical school. Not all providers will have this information available.

    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1346237351
    NPI Number
    A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique 10-digit identifier issued by the government to healthcare providers.

    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • None Required
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Okla University
    Residency
    Internship
    • Saint Louis University Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Saint Louis University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Murray State University, Murray, Ky
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Dermatology
    Board Certifications
    What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Derek Towery, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Towery is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Towery has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Towery has seen patients for Seborrheic Keratosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Towery on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    585 patients have reviewed Dr. Towery. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Towery.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Towery, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Towery appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

    Are you Dr. Derek Towery, MD?

    Claim your profile through Healthgrades to keep it updated and reach more patients.

    It’s free and only takes a minute.

    CLAIM MY PROFILE

    Search

    Primary Care
    Close Icon