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Freeman Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Orthopedic SurgeryJoplin, MO

★★★☆☆3.1/532 reviews across 3 platforms

Ratings by platform

  • U.S. News & World Report: 3 out of 5 (for Freeman Health System orthopedic surgeons) (32 reviews (for the department's aggregate patient experience))
  • Vitals (for Dr. Derek W. Miller): 4.4 out of 5
  • Vitals: 3.3 to 4.3 out of 5 (varies by individual physician) (Varies by physician)

What patients say

Patients praise

  • Successful surgical outcomes and pain relief for some patients
  • High praise for specific orthopedic surgeons, particularly Dr. Twiss and Dr. Miller
  • Use of advanced technology like the CORI robotic system for knee replacements linked to higher patient satisfaction
  • Availability of same-day services for non-life-threatening sports injuries

Common complaints

  • Reports of poor administrative experiences, including rude or dismissive reception staff
  • Concerns about long wait times and busy office environments hindering quality of care
  • Complaints about scheduling issues, such as frequent rescheduling due to doctor availability
  • Perceived lack of attentiveness or rush by some providers during appointments

In patients' words

"he scheduled me for a surgery, and now I am doing well... dr.twiss is the best doctor I saw for my pain. highly recommend the doctor."

LocalityBiz patient review

"my wife has had her appointments moved 4 separate times because the doctors going on vacation... AVOID THIS NONSENSE AT ALL COSTS. Unprofessional treatment... really mean receptionists that are condescending and dismissive."

LocalityBiz patient review

How these reviews were compiled

Synthesized from public patient-review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4][5][6][7].

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