Dr. Todd J. Twiss, MD

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Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Todd J. Twiss, who serves patients in Joplin, Missouri.

A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Twiss serves patients at Freeman Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Joplin, Missouri. He has specialized training and interest in a broad spectrum of shoulder disorders, including joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, fracture surgery, revision surgery and reconstructive surgery.

Freeman Orthopedics & Sports Medicine provides high quality, personalized care to help patients recover quickly and effectively. Their nationally recognized, board-certified orthopedic physicians understand patients’ injuries and how it relates to their sport. That is why so many area colleges and high school sports teams choose their expert orthopedic team to treat their aches and injuries.

Throughout his academic career, Dr. Twiss received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia, and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the same educational venue. Finally, he completed his fellowship in shoulder/elbow surgery at the St. Francis Orthopedic Institute in Columbus, Georgia.

Subsequent to his education, the doctor attained board certification in orthopedic surgery through the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.

Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.

As a testament to his success, Dr. Twiss has been the recipient of the Patients' Choice Award (2020, 2018, 2017), Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2020, 2016, 2015), and On-Time Doctor Award (2020, 2018).

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