The 20 Best Malnutrition Doctors Near Me in Independence, MO

Find the Top Malnutrition Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 91 doctor with experience in Malnutrition near Independence, MO. Of these, 82 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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91 providers found
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Scott Bowlin Do

    1515 W White Oak St, 
    Independence, MO 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Bowlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Bowlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Ascites, Peripheral Artery Disease, Hypertension, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bowlin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Dr Charles A Kendall MD LLC

    10010 E Truman Rd, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Wells is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fungal Arthritis, Thrush, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Primary Care Center Of Kansas City LLC

    4741 S Arrowhead Dr Ste B, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    James Lawrenzi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Lawrenzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lawrenzi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

    3800 S Whitney Ave Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Francis Mccormick is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Mccormick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mccormick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Independence Surgical Clinic

    19550 E 39th St Suite 325, 
    Independence, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Smith is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Clay Platte Family Medicine Clinic

    3200 NE Ralph Powell Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew John is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. John is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 67 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Obesity. Dr. John is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2700 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 400, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kathryn Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Hanson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Wilshire At Lakewood Rehab Center

    600 NE Meadowview Dr, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Malathi Tadakamalla is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Tadakamalla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Tadakamalla is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    The Childrens Mercy Hospital

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Rush is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Rush is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypophosphatasia (HPP), Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Zellweger Syndrome, Chondrodystrophy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Rush is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Saint Luke's Surgical Specialists-Plaza

    4320 Wornall Rd Ste 530, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    G Brent-Sorensen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Brent-Sorensen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Brent-Sorensen is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    John Knox Village Care Center

    600 NW Pryor Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Shyam Akkulugari is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Akkulugari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Idiopathic Edema, Insomnia, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Dr. Akkulugari is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Malnutrition
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    St. Luke's Physician Group Inc.

    901 E 104th St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Price is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Price is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Obesity, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Price is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Clay Platte Family Medicine Clinic

    5501 NW 62nd Ter Ste 100, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Heather Bollinger is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Bollinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, and Xanthoma. Dr. Bollinger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    CenterWell Independence

    19401 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Stueve is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Stueve is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Dr. Stueve is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Centerwell Independence

    19401 E 39th St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katrina Powers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Powers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Powers is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Referral may be required

    Ascend Hospice

    783 NE Anderson Ln, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Haas is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Haas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Haas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Experienced in Malnutrition

    Centerwell Raytown

    9300 E Gregory Blvd Ste A, 
    Raytown, MO 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sequita Richardson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Raytown, Missouri. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Family Medicine

    Transtreme LLC

    3135 Prospect Ave, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Revels is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Revels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Apparent Mineralocorticoid Excess, Hyperaldosteronism, and Familial Hyperaldosteronism.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    North Kansas City Hospital

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

    Gregory Schnell is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Schnell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schnell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Malnutrition
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Midwest GI Health LLC

    3601 NE Ralph Powell Rd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Marc Taormina is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Taormina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malnutrition. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Dr. Taormina is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Malnutrition?

    Malnutrition is the condition that occurs when your body does not get enough nutrients.

    When should I see a Malnutrition doctor near Independence, 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 Malnutrition doctor near Independence, 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 Malnutrition doctors near Independence, 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 Malnutrition doctors near Independence, 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 Malnutrition doctor near Independence, 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 Malnutrition doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Malnutrition 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 Malnutrition doctor near Independence, 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 Malnutrition 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 Malnutrition 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 Malnutrition doctors near Independence, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Malnutrition 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 Malnutrition doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Malnutrition 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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