Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism - University of Missouri ...
Endocrinology • Columbia, MO • Since 1872
About
The University of Missouri School of Medicine (Mizzou Med) in Columbia, MO is a public medical school established in 1872 and part of the University of Missouri system. It focuses on education, research, and patient care in health sciences, with around 416 students and a campus footprint on the MU campus in Columbia. The school emphasizes specialties across education, research, and clinical medicine, and maintains multiple campuses and collaborations, including Springfield (clinical campus) and international ties through its broader university system. Key details: - Location: Columbia, Missouri (MU Campus), USA; main HQ at 1 Hospital Dr, Columbia - Other name: Mizzou Med; Aliases include University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine - Motto: Docere, Studere, bene facere (To teach, to study, to do well) - Established: 1872 - Type: Public higher education medical school - Students: ~416 - Campus: Suburban - Colors: Black and Gold - Industry/Focus: Higher Education, Medical education, health research, patient care - Notable: One of the oldest publicly supported medical schools west of the Mississippi - Leadership/executives: Includes roles such as Director of Finance, Residency Training Directors, department leaders, and program directors - Extra context: Part of MU’s overall medical education and health sciences ecosystem with national/international collaborations
Clinic Type
Endocrinology
Address
1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, Missouri, US
Phone
573-882-4894
endo@health.missouri.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Michael Gardner): 5.0 out of 5 stars (3 ratings) (3 reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. David Gardner): 5.0 out of 5 stars (7 ratings) (7 ratings)
- RateMDs (Dr. Sonya Addison): 2.88 out of 5 (4 ratings)
- U.S. News & World Report (Dr. Sonya Addison): 3 out of 5 (38 ratings)
Patients praise
- Providers frequently described as knowledgeable, kind, and attentive
- Appreciation for doctors who take the time to listen to concerns and explain conditions thoroughly
- High ratings for individual specialists, with many patients reporting high trust in their care
Common complaints
- Reports of long wait times for appointments and while in the office
- Frustrations regarding insurance network issues impacting access to specialists
- Some patient experiences mention feeling unheard, invalidated, or that providers focused too much on lab results over symptoms
- General organizational complaints regarding staffing levels and scheduling
"Dr Gardner took time to explain the thyroid issue. He is very knowledgeable. Very kind."
— Healthgrades"Dr. Addison LISTENS! Having a provider who listens is so refreshing... She’s made my endocrine struggles less daunting."
— RateMDs"Very nice person but treats lab results rather than actual functional symptoms. Minimizes actual symptoms and makes you feel like you don’t know your own body."
— RateMDsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dwight Towler named new director of Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism - Vanderbilt Health News — Oct 29, 2025
- Uzma Khan — Mar 18, 2026
- Dr. Peminda Cabandugama, MD - North Olmsted, OH - Endocrinology, Obesity Medicine - Request Appointment — Jun 4, 2026
- MU researchers receive grant to study obesity's impact on arteries stiffening — Oct 22, 2025
- Board names 10 Mizzou faculty members Curators’ Distinguished Professors — Sep 16, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More endocrinology clinics in Columbia
MU Health Care in Columbia offers comprehensive diabetes and endocrinology services as part of Missouri’s premier academic medical center. Key points: - Services: Primary care through advanced, multidisciplinary endocrinology specialty care for diabetes, thyroid, hormonal, and metabolic disorders. - Setting: Columbia, Missouri HQ of MU Health Care; part of the University of Missouri Health System. - Expertise: Access to top physicians, nurses, and specialized programs within an integrated academic medical network. - Scope: Serves patients statewide with a focus on innovative treatments, research, and coordinated care across affiliated MU Health professions and hospitals. - Contact: Main hospital location at One Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO; general inquiries at MU Health Care (phone: +1 573-882-4141).
Diabetes and Endocrinology - Boone Health in Columbia, Missouri offers diabetes treatment and education, thyroid treatment including ultrasound and fine needle aspiration, and management of adrenal gland, pituitary, parathyroid, and lipid disorders. The clinic is staffed by Sonya Addison, MD and Molly Reynolds, PA, and is accepting new patients.
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