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Dr. John Buckner III, MD

Dr. John Buckner III, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Buckner III, MD is a general surgeon in Springfield, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Hulston Cancer Center

3850 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65807

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(417) 875-3065

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Buckner III specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Buckner III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buckner III

4.5

17 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
12%
12%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Susan Parrish – Jul 18, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Springfield, MO – May 09, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Buckner III, MD is a general surgeon in Springfield, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Tulane

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Oklahoma - Department Of Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Oklahoma University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Hulston Cancer Center

Hulston Cancer Center3850 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65807
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cox Medical Center South

    3801 S National Ave
    Springfield, MO 65807
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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