The 20 Best Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Doctors Near Me in liberty, MO

Find the Top Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor near liberty, MO. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    St. Luke's Hospital Of Kansas City

    2529 Glenn Hendren Dr Ste G30, 
    Liberty, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jamie Rigden is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Liberty, Missouri. Dr. Rigden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Colorectal Cancer, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Rigden is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Midwest Oncology Associates - A Part Of The Sarah Cannon Cancer Network At Centerpoint Medical Center

    3889 S Jackson Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Aruna Rokkam is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Rokkam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Rokkam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Westowne Surgical Services Inc

    2521 Glenn Hendren Dr Ste 108, 
    Liberty, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anna Clark-Gibson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Liberty, Missouri. Dr. Clark-Gibson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Acute Pancreatitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Clark-Gibson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Midwest Oncology Associates - A Part Of The Sarah Cannon Cancer Network At Centerpoint Medical Center

    3889 S Jackson Dr, 
    Independence, MO 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammad Mozayen is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Mozayen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Mozayen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine

    Meritas Health Corp.

    5400 N Oak Trfy Ste 200, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dann Fredrickson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Fredrickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Fredrickson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Northland Radiology

    2800 Clay Edwards Dr, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Formen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Formen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Degeneration, Pleurisy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Formen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Evan Ball is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Ball is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chondroma, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Carney Complex, and Heart Tumor. Dr. Ball is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 625, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mangesh Oza is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Oza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Oza is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine

    Saint Luke's Hospital Infusion Pharmacy

    5844 NW Barry Rd Ste 40, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Twi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Juliet Appiah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Appiah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Richter Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Anemia. Dr. Appiah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3800 S Whitney Ave, 
    Independence, MO 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Schowengerdt is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Schowengerdt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Schowengerdt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine

    Richard & Annette Bloch Cancer Center

    2310 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Brugioni is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Brugioni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Severe Congenital Neutropenia, and Febrile Neutropenia. Dr. Brugioni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    3901 Rainbow Blvd # 102, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dushyant Dahiya is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Dahiya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor?

    A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a type of tumor that occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly in the stomach or small intestine. This type of tumor is thought to grow from specialized cells found in the gastrointestinal tract called interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs) or precursors to these cells. Affected individuals can develop one or more tumors. GISTs are usually found in adults between ages 40 and 70; rarely, children and young adults develop this type of tumor.

    When should I see a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near liberty, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near liberty, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near liberty, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near liberty, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near liberty, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near liberty, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near liberty, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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