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Dr. Jay Sparks, MD

Dr. Jay Sparks, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Jay Sparks, MD is a family medicine physician in Springfield, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 1989. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

3231 S National Ave Ste 220 Springfield, MO 65807
Telehealth available
(417) 820-7450

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sparks specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Sparks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sparks

4.4

22 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
MG in Springfield, MO – Dec 05, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
S. Looney in Springfield, MO – Jan 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gordon R in Springfield, MO – Nov 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janene P. in Springfield, MO – Mar 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jay Sparks, MD is a family medicine physician in Springfield, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 1989. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Iowa

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities3231 S National Ave Ste 220 Springfield, MO 65807
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Springfield

    1235 E Cherokee St
    Springfield, MO 65804
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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