The 20 Best Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Doctors Near Me in Independence, MO

Find the Top Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 96 doctor with experience in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) near Independence, MO. Of these, 80 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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96 providers found
    Elite in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Elite in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

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

    Mark Clements is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Clements is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Low Blood Sugar, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    Hellman & Rosen Endocrine Associates PC

    2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 1250, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Hellman is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hellman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Diabetic Neuropathy, Vitamin D Deficiency, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    Centerpoint Orthopedics-Suite 245

    19550 E 39th St S Ste 245, 
    Independence, MO 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathleen Alm is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Alm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Diabetic Neuropathy.

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    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit

    2301 Holmes St, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lamont Weide is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Weide is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Diabetic Neuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

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

    Wayne Moore is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Moore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    Hellman & Rosen Endocrine Associates PC

    2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 1250, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Howard Rosen is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Rosen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)

    Children's Mercy Clinics On Broadway

    3101 Broadway Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Mcdonough is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Mcdonough is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Low Blood Sugar, and Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.

    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    4321 Washington St Ste 6100, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Hamburg is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hamburg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, and Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.

    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    Surgical Weight Loss Institute Of Kansas City (Lee's Summit)

    2000 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 120, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Maghrabi is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Maghrabi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Storm, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hyperthyroidism.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Internal Medicine

    Oak Street Health Truman

    16659 E 23rd St S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brent W Beasley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. W Beasley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Obesity.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Long Term Care Associates Inc

    3619 S Delaware Ave, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Nielson is a primary care provider, practicing in Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Nielson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). His clinical expertise encompasses Insomnia, Peripheral Artery Disease, Kerion Celsi, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Internal Medicine

    Prompt Medical Clinic

    1325 S Noland Rd Ste C, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kulnarin Purcell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Purcell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Migraine, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Family Medicine

    Saint Luke's Primary Care-Independence

    4801 S Cliff Ave Ste 300, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Edward is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Edward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Family Medicine

    Family Care Of Independence

    4911 S Arrowhead Dr Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Patterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    University Health Diabetes, Endocrinology & Nephrology Center

    2310 Holmes St Fl 6, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brandon Barthel is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Barthel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Diabetic Neuropathy.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    University Health Diabetes, Endocrinology & Nephrology Center

    2310 Holmes St Fl 6, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maha Abu Kishk is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Abu Kishk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Thyroid Storm, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)

    University Health Diabetes, Endocrinology & Nephrology Center

    2310 Holmes St Fl 6, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajib Bhattacharya is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Bhattacharya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hyperthyroidism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Endocrinology

    University Health Diabetes, Endocrinology & Nephrology Center

    2310 Holmes St Fl 6, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reda Asad is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Asad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). His clinical expertise encompasses Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis, Thyroid Storm, Isolated ACTH Deficiency, and Hyperthyroidism.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's Mercy Clinics On Broadway

    3101 Broadway Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Lenihan is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Lenihan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, and Addison's Disease.

    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's Mercy Clinics On Broadway

    3101 Broadway Blvd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Cernich is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Cernich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). His clinical expertise encompasses Turner Syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Intersex, and Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?

    Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong (chronic) disease in which there is a high level of sugar (glucose) in the blood.

    When should I see a Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) doctors near Independence, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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 Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) 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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