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417 Sports Medicine & Orthopedics is a Springfield, MO-based clinic offering sports medicine and orthopedic services, including MRI, injections, shock wave and laser therapies, concussion care, pelvic floor rehab, sports physicals, and orthopedic urgent care. The current profile notes a single employee, basic contact options (info@417sportsmedicine.com; 417-771-3147/3256), and a small web presence with ~880 monthly visits. The site lists broader services such as medical weight loss, peptides, BHRT, and sports performance, but does not indicate locations in Joplin. If you’re seeking care specifically in Joplin, you may want to contact them for any Joplin-area availability or look for a Joplin-specific provider.

Clinic Type

Sports Medicine

Address

3328 South National Avenue, Springfield, Missouri 65807, United States

Phone

417-771-3147

Email

info@417SportsMedicine.com

Opening Hours

Open today 08:00 am – 06:00 pm

Emergency Care

Orthopedic urgent care walk-in clinic

Services Offered

  • Sports medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Orthopedic urgent care
  • Sports injuries
  • Fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Joint injections
  • Concussion
  • Pelvic floor rehab
  • Joint pain
  • Sports physicals
  • MRI
  • Shock-wave therapy
  • Laser therapy
  • Peptides
  • Bhrt
  • Medical weight loss
  • Sports performance
  • Walk-in clinic
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Cash pricing
  • Patient portal
  • Insurance accepted
  • Telehealth

Technology & Equipment

  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray
  • MRI
  • 3D-printed custom casting
  • Hyaluronic acid injections

Team

  • Dr. Eric Gifford, Fellowship in sports medicine and orthopedics — MD, Board-certified family medicine and sports medicine physician

Insurance & Payment

  • Insurance Accepted

Cash, Insurance, Cash pricing option (as listed), Appointment payments via portal, Cash Pricing

Languages Spoken

Pricing

  • Cash pricing
  • Insurance billed
  • Open hours with walk-in availability

Current Offers

Hurt Today? Seen Today! No Referral!

FAQs

What are the clinic hours?

Clinic Hours Open today 08:00 am – 06:00 pm.

How can I schedule an appointment?

Request an appointment via the website or call the clinic at 417-771-3147.

Do you offer urgent orthopedic care?

Yes, the practice provides orthopedic urgent care onsite.

What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Vitals: 4.4/5 stars (Dr. Derek Miller) (55 ratings)
  • Vitals: 4.3/5 stars (Dr. Todd Twiss)
  • Vitals: 4.2/5 stars (Dr. David Leigh Black)

Patients praise

  • Effective surgical outcomes for joint replacement and tendon repair
  • Appreciation for professional medical care and staff efficiency from some patients
  • Some providers are highly recommended by patients

Common complaints

  • Reports of unprofessional treatment by staff
  • Condescending or dismissive receptionist interactions
  • Long wait times and rescheduling of appointments
  • Complaints regarding rushed consultations and perceived lack of attention to patient pain/concerns

"My wife broke her arm over 4 weeks ago that needs surgery, she has had her appointments moved 4 separate times... AVOID THIS NONSENSE AT ALL COSTS. Unprofessional treatment of my wife, really mean receptionists that are condescending and dismissive."

LocalityBiz (Review of Freeman Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Joplin)

"dr.twiss is the best doctor I saw for my pain.highly recommend the doctor."

LocalityBiz (Review of Freeman Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - Joplin)

"He is one special man. He did my knee replacement and I was one happy old lady. I can’t believe how well I did and his staff are great too. I would highly recommend him to anybody."

Vitals (Review of Dr. Derek Miller)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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