Dr. James Riscoe M.D.
Emergency Physician
2727 Mcclelland Blvd Joplin MO, 64804About
Dr. James Riscoe practices Emergency Medicine in Joplin, MO. Dr. Riscoe assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Riscoe examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo 1975
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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