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Dr. Jeffrey Parker, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Parker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Jeffrey Parker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbia, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City and Capital Region Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

1600 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201

Make an Appointment

(573) 815-8000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Parker is affiliated with Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City Kansas City, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Parker specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Parker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parker

4.8
56 ratings, 38 with a written review
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Everyone was very kind & helpful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra Cockriel – Apr 10, 2022
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Excellent Physician!
Dr. Parker and his staff always does what he can for his patients. Excellent Physician!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Missy Cottle – Apr 08, 2022
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Office visit
Dr. Parker let me know he was concerned with his exam and quickly was able to get his partner to see me and arrange surgery promptly
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda Grindstaff – Apr 08, 2022
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This was my second epidural. First one was very uncomfortable, especially when injecting the steroid. Today, other than a sting when injecting the numbing agent, the procedure was over before I knew it ...no discomfort at all! Dr. Parker gets an A+!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 24, 2021
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In my opinion an excellent physician. Knows his subject and explains it in understandable terms. Glad I found him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Williams, James in Brookfield , MO – Nov 10, 2018
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Had very positive comments from a friend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sturgeon, MO – Nov 08, 2018
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He was referred by two neighbors. He is amazing. Took time to explain what was wrong and options in a caring professional manner
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 01, 2018
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Dr. Parker provided excellent healthcare both before and after surgery. Three years after surgery and he is still concerned about my health and well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Brad M. in Munstet, IN – Oct 11, 2018
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I have been with Dr. Parker for many years and would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Gracie Andrews in Columbia – Jul 21, 2018
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Would highly recommend Dr. Parker. I have seen him for years and finally had surgery in January and could not be more pleased with the result. He is not the type to hurry you into surgery and tries other options before that being a final decision. Great results from surgery and follow up. He has a great bedside manner and seems to really care about his patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kim in MO – Jul 09, 2018
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Dr. Parker REALLY listen to me and my symptoms. I really thought my/his next step/option would be surgery. But he didn't once suggest surgery. Agreed to try more of the treatment I had been doing and getting some relief. Thank you Dr. Parker.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ronda Paxson in Warsaw, MO – Jun 10, 2018
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What a blessing to have met Dr. Parker after 7 months of pain! He is the best and don't know what we would of done without him. #finallyfree
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Stacy Griffith in Sturgeon , MO – Jun 08, 2018
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Great physician explains procedure length of surgery. Pre and post-operative information/ rehabilitation unit the greatest. Checks at least one to two times daily. Post OP during hospitalization
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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George Trebilcock in Dardenne prairie , MO – Jun 04, 2018
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Dr. Parker and the entire staff are excellent. He is concerned, knowledgeable and very caring. The staff reflects the same attributes. Would trust him above all others.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donna in Lake Ozark, MO – May 21, 2018
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He is very personable Doctor. He is thorough and does not recommend surgery just because. In my case he does not recommend surgery as it would be a very major and very high risk. Comforting he looks at the total picture.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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BOONVILLE – Apr 26, 2018
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Dr Parker seemed to be concerned about my problems. Did not rush through the appointment so he could get to the next patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 19, 2018
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Dr. Parker and staff are so pleasant. He is an exceptional spine doctor. He's handled both of my back surgeries, I wouldn't trust anyone else. He has the best bedside manners in a doctor, he takes his time and answers all your questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Holts Summit – Mar 19, 2018
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Very honest and straightforward. He took his time analyzing my situation and had me referred to a nurosurgeon for a second opinion. He ended up doing the surgery and here I am 2 & 1/2 months later with a fantastic back. He was very understanding of my history. Most dr’s frown about chiropractors but he totall understood and did not minimize that I had been to them for 25+ years and they helped me dramatically. Matter of fact, it was my chiropractor that told me to get the mri.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 10, 2018
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Excellent doctor! If I have anymore issues like this, I will return. Easy to get in touch with, quick appointment times, very thorough, explains things in understandable terms. Would absolutely recommend for Orthopedics!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sara in Jefferson City, MO – Jan 08, 2018
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I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Parker. He did a wonderful job on my back surgery. He is kind, caring--I would definitely use him again, if needed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sarah Shoaf in Columbia MO – Dec 10, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

He understands that having a spinal problem can be distressing and he works hard with patients to alleviate fear and stress by providing education and a variety of treatment options. He has a conservative approach to spinal care and strives to...read more

biography

Dr. Parker is a Missouri native who graduated from the University of Missouri with his undergraduate degree in Biology with honors, his medical degree and completed his orthopaedic residency through the University Medical School. He then moved...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • So Il University School Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • University Hosps And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Boone Hospital Center1600 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City

    4401 Wornall Rd
    Kansas City, MO 64111
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Boone Hospital Center

    1600 E Broadway
    Columbia, MO 65201
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Luke's North Hospital-Barry Road

    5830 NW Barry Rd
    Kansas City, MO 64154
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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