Why Choose Us?
We’re not affiliated with any other medical organizations in the area. That gives you a unique opportunity to get advanced care on a personal level. We want to get to know you first so we can give you a health plan that’s easy to follow so you achieve overall happiness. At Advanced Family Medicine you are more than your symptoms, you’re family. We are a local independent osteopathic practice.
Our passion is getting to know each and every one of our patients beyond their symptoms. That means we’ll not only help treat the symptoms that you’re currently dealing with but also to get to know you. We’ll take a look at anything else that could be contributing to your symptoms like diet, daily activity, or medical interactions.
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The Blog
Why get IV hydration after a marathon?
By Austin
/ May 11, 2021
IV hydration isn't a new fad or a new health craze, providers have been giving fluids for decades to treat...
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IV Hydration at Joplin Memorial Run
By Austin
/ May 3, 2021
IV Hydration Services for the Joplin Memorial Run Our IV hydration service is perfect for runners! So...
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Dispensary Partnership
By Austin
/ April 21, 2021
Advanced Family Medicine partners with Shango Joplin We are so excited to partner with Shango, a new dispensary in Joplin....
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Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
By Austin
/ April 12, 2021
Request an appointment! We can now help relieve your joint pain, regrow hair and rejuvenate your skin. It's done through...
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Healthy Waffles? International Waffle day!
By Austin
/ March 25, 2021
International Waffle Day celebrated the right way! It's another national holiday centered around food, who makes these days? It's actually...
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The CDC Updates Social Distancing Guidelines
By Austin
/ March 19, 2021
The CDC Updates Social Distancing Guidelines Essential Elements of Safe K–12 School Operations for In-Person Learning Schools are an important...
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Moderna Begins Research for COVID Vaccine in Children
By Austin
/ March 16, 2021
Phase 2/3 study expected to enroll 6,750 healthy pediatric participants less than 12 years of age Study will enroll in...
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Losing Weight Doesn’t Have to be Hard
By Austin
/ March 16, 2021
We have all experienced food cravings – and often those cravings have to do with texture – like something creamy...
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COVID-19 Wasn’t The Only Disease the CDC Battled Last Year
By Austin
/ March 16, 2021
The COVID-19 response is the largest in CDC history. But the virus that causes COVID-19 wasn’t the only infectious disease...
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Make Sure You’re Organized Before the Storm
By Austin
/ March 16, 2021
Digitize to Minimize Getting organized can require you to minimize. A good way to minimize paperwork and paper items, like family photos,...
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Melissa Blackburn
14:34 05 Jun 21
I had Dr. Barnes for a couple years. He was ok but than out of no where secretary's up front scheduled me with the... nurse practitioner whitch was fine but they would schedule me with her than no sooner than I got home they would say I had to come in and see the dr the next day I live in jasper and I'm handicap so I told them to schedule me just with the dr they kept doing it. And said if I cancel he wouldn't be my dr no more. Than they were charge me $350 for 3 appt. So it was like they wernt even filling my insuranceread more
Jrød K.
21:41 14 May 21
They saw my wife on a walk in basis and they REFILLed her medicine because her normal Dr. is sick 🤢 an outta her... office. Thanks slot to the Nurse Practitioner, the Nurses, Staff and especially thanks alot to Dr. Barnes for seein my wife in such a time of turmoil.read more
Jennifer Newman
20:52 14 May 21
I am a first time patient to see Dr Barnes for a emergency need pretty much due to my Dr being Ill, the staff and Dr... Barnes himself was very understanding of the needs I had and was great about helping me and giving guidance on anything else I needed at the visit. I have to say I greatly appreciate all of the kind, amazing treatment that I received today here as a walk in patient. Thank you Dr. Barnes and staff. You are amazing. Thank you for all that you all do. I hope to be established with you all. -Jenniferread more
Samantha Tyree
21:02 11 May 21
I tried several times to cancel my annual check up and was told I could not cancel but only RESCHEDULE my appointment.... My insurance does not cover annual checkups so I am stuck with a $250 bill because they would not cancel the appointment!read more
Kellie McDonald-Chew
13:18 28 Apr 21
I love Dr. Garcia. He's caring and funny. He makes your appointments relaxing and comfortable.My husband see's Dr.... Barnes and we love him too. He's quick and to the point with any health issue and makes sure you get headed in the right direction for treatment. They're both just amazing.read more
Lou Quinn
23:31 31 Mar 21
Short wait time. Friendly staff. Quality, caring treatment. Glad I chose Dr. Barnes!
Lynn Crouch
15:23 05 Feb 21
Only place to do an easy urgent care ‘telehealth’ appointment. Have a severe toothache and can’t see the dentist for a... few days so I was able to get seen for some much needed antibiotics. So grateful!read more
Misty Brewer
18:08 23 Jan 21
Absolutely love the staff at Advance Family Medicine, they are always so nice from the ladies at front desk to doctors... themselves! Feel very confident, and safe with my health being in their hands.read more
YouKnowMe NightHawk
17:34 09 Jan 21
You will not find a better group of genuinely kind, gracious, and professional individuals. They may not always tell... you what you want to hear but they are going to tell ya what you need to hear. Thanks guys!read more
Rhonda Falberg
20:52 30 Dec 20
Doctors are all great and they care about you. If you miss an appointment they call you to reschedule. Seems like they... all care about youread more
Heather Duncan
14:11 12 Nov 20
Great place. They treat you with respect and take good care of you. They listen and talk with you about things. I love... that they treat you and not the symptoms. I can't say enough about Dr. Barnes and his medical family.read more