The 20 Best Gastrectomy Doctors near lees summit, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Gastrectomy near lees summit, MO. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Premier Gastroenterology Of Kansas City - Lee's Summit

    1980 SE Blue Pkwy Ste 2110, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Merritt is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Merritt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Merritt is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Luke's East Hospital

    100 NE Saint Lukes Blvd, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    B Todd-Moore is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Todd-Moore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Vagotomy. Dr. Todd-Moore is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sano Orthopedics

    2861 NE Independence Ave Ste 201, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kelly James is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. James is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Compartment Syndrome, Gangrene, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. James is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    110 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 530, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Bartalos is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Bartalos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bartalos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Summit Gastroenterology

    110 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 530, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Kilgore is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Kilgore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kilgore is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Luke's Surgical Specialists

    120 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 220, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Arroyo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Arroyo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Arroyo is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Summit Gastroenterology

    110 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 530, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Totta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Totta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Totta is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sano Orthopedics

    19101 E Valley View Pkwy, 
    Independence, MO 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sigi Joseph is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Cellulitis, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Jackson County Gastroenterology

    206 NW Mock Ave Ste 100, 
    Blue Springs, MO 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Farid Namin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Blue Springs, Missouri. Dr. Namin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Namin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

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

    Syed Khalid is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Khalid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Khalid is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Summit Gastroenterology

    110 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 530, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Mccullough is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Mccullough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mccullough is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Summit Gastroenterology

    110 NE Saint Lukes Blvd Ste 530, 
    Lees Summit, MO 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mary Lucido is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Lucido is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. She is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lucido is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3800 S Whitney Ave, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.6 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 Gastrectomy. 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 Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Medical Diagnostic Center Associates LP

    18640 E 38th Ter S, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Vardakis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Vardakis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Hepatitis, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Vardakis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

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

    Ryan Utarnachitt is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Utarnachitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Utarnachitt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

    3800 S Whitney Ave Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.7 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 Gastrectomy. 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 Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Consultants In Gastroenterology PC

    3800 S Whitney Ave Ste 200, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yan Chen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Referral may be required

    Surgical Care Of Independence Inc

    19101 E Valley View Pkwy Ste B, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Patterson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Appendectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    GI Alliance Anesthesia Of Missouri

    17501 E US Highway 40 Ste 213A, 
    Independence, MO 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Barber is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Barber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Ascentist Management

    4801 College Boulevard, 
    Leawood, KS 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rodney Mccalla is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Leawood, Kansas. Dr. Mccalla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mccalla is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Gastrectomy?

    Gastrectomy is surgery to remove part or all of the stomach.

    • If only part of the stomach is removed, it is called partial gastrectomy
    • If the whole stomach is removed, it is called total gastrectomy

    When should I see a Gastrectomy doctor near lees summit, 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 Gastrectomy doctor near lees summit, 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 Gastrectomy doctors near lees summit, 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 Gastrectomy doctors near lees summit, 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 Gastrectomy doctor near lees summit, 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 Gastrectomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrectomy 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 Gastrectomy doctor near lees summit, 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 Gastrectomy 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 Gastrectomy 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 Gastrectomy doctors near lees summit, MO?

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

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