Freeman Diabetes & Endocrine Institute
Endocrinology • Joplin, MO • Since 1925
About
Freeman Diabetes & Endocrine Institute in Joplin is part of Freeman Health System, a nonprofit, multi-hospital network based in Joplin, Missouri. The system includes two Joplin campuses and a Neosho satellite hospital, offering comprehensive diabetes and endocrinology services among its wide health care offerings. Freeman Health System is a large regional employer (over 3,000 employees) with a 1925 founding, known for services in heart, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, and more. For diabetes-specific care in Joplin, Freeman’s institute provides specialized endocrinology evaluation, diabetes management, and related metabolic services within the Freeman Health system. If you’re seeking diabetes endocrinology in Joplin, Freeman Health System is the primary local option under the Freeman Diabetes & Endocrine Institute umbrella.
Clinic Type
Endocrinology
Address
1532 West 32nd Street, Suite 402, Joplin, Missouri 64804
Phone
417.347.8740
CommunityHealth@freemanhealth.com
Opening Hours
Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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FAQs
What are the hours for Freeman Diabetes & Endocrine Institute?
Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Gretchen Shull): 3.5 Star Rating (Based on 16 reviews; 9 with written review)
- WebMD practice page (Freeman Diabetes And Endocrine Institute): 0 ratings (be the first to leave a review) (0 ratings)
- Yelp (Freeman Diabetes Education): Not stated in provided snippet (Not stated in provided snippet)
Patients praise
- Some reviewers praised endocrinology care as prompt and effective (e.g., prescription handling)
- Specific clinician praise: Dr. Allison Galloway described as knowledgeable and great with patient care
Common complaints
- Reported appointment/access delays and difficulty getting timely care
- Use of nurse practitioner mentioned as undesirable / not preferred by reviewer(s)
- Complaints about staff/patient communication and professionalism (e.g., deplorable way allowed to speak to patients)
- Frequent/long waiting times and disorganization (broader Freeman Health System context)
- Some reviews indicate doctors not listening or not providing expected care
"“I had to call several times before they even looked at my report!... it would be (August) 5 months before they can get me in.”"
— localitybiz.com (Freeman endocrinology/joplin)"“Based on 16 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (16 reviews) … 38% [1 star]”"
— healthgrades.com (Dr. Gretchen Shull, MD)"“Do not let MD stick you with the nurse practitioner.”"
— localitybiz.com (Freeman endocrinology/joplin)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Freeman Health System Earns Five Achievement Awards from American Heart Association for 2025 – Joplin Business Outlook — Jul 23, 2025
- Freeman Health System earns Golden Q awards | News | joplinglobe.com — Feb 26, 2026
- Freeman Health System Names Dr. Scott Musick as Market Chief Medical Officer for Arkansas – Joplin Business Outlook — Jun 12, 2026
- Freeman Health System Earns Highest STEMI Designation for Heart & Vascular Institute – Joplin Business Outlook — Mar 16, 2026
- Freeman Health System Receives ‘Get With the Guidelines’ Awards for Heart/Stroke Care – Joplin Business Outlook — Jul 9, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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