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Mercy Clinic Family Medicine in Joplin offers comprehensive care for patients of all ages, from newborns to grandparents. Dr. Amanda Andrade emphasizes preserving wellness through managing chronic conditions and acute visits. With multiple locations and convenient online scheduling, Mercy provides personalized, patient-centered care across the community.

Mercy Clinic Pulmonology, led by Dr. Festus Ndukwu, specializes in treating respiratory and sleep disorders like sleep apnea, asthma, and COPD. Proper diagnosis and treatment of sleep issues are crucial to prevent serious health risks such as heart disease and accidents caused by fatigue. Patients receive compassionate, evidence-based care to improve their sleep and overall health.

Mercy Clinic Women’s Health uses the advanced Da Vinci robotic system for minimally invasive surgeries like hysterectomies and ovarian cyst removals, allowing most patients to go home the same day. Dr. Heath Merkley, a leading robotic surgeon, highlights the robot’s precision and quicker recovery times. Alongside his partner, Dr. Jeffrey Manley, they perform cutting-edge robotic surgeries while maintaining compassionate patient care.

At Annie’s Epicurean Delights, you will find the best specialty culinary items, unique gifts and fine wines you have come to expect. The taste sensations available at Annie’s compliment the discriminating palate and will expand the culinary pleasure for everyone seated at your table. We are dedicated to transforming cooks into chefs and your meals into a five-star experience! Annie’s is now under the same ownership as Cherry’s Art Emporium and is accepting private bookings for our elegant event room.

Lillian James & Co. Beauty Apothecary on the historic Carthage square offers full-service beauty treatments including hair, nails, massage, facials, and spray tanning in a serene setting. They also feature Eminence Organic Skin Care products and share ownership with The Gaderian, a formal event space expanding this spring. The skilled, friendly staff ensure a welcoming experience for beauty services and event planning.

Mercy Breast Center now offers advanced 3D mammography with the new Senographe Pristina system, improving cancer detection, especially in women with dense breast tissue. This technology provides clearer, more detailed images than traditional 2D mammograms. Missouri law requires insurance coverage for 3D mammography starting in 2019, and Mercy has offered 3D screenings since 2015.

Chronic pain affects many older adults and can cause both physical and emotional challenges. Treatment includes medications and therapies like acupuncture and exercise. Caregivers are important in helping manage and communicate about the pain.

The festival runs from Friday, October 12 through Sunday, October 14, starting each day before dawn with apple butter making on the courthouse lawn. Activities include a pancake breakfast, live music performances across various genres, fun contests (bubble gum blowing, apple pie eating, husband calling), a pet parade, pedal tractor pull for kids, and unique events like terrapin races and wiener dog races with freestyle frisbee dogs. The Lawrence County Historical Society Museum and Adamson Cabin are open for visitors with a quilt show in the chapel throughout the weekend. Booths open each day offering food and crafts, and the festival culminates with worship service and music on Sunday.

Mercy Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine provides expert treatment for complex wounds using advanced therapies, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy to enhance healing by delivering 100% oxygen to the blood. Led by Dr. Tobi Yerokun, the center creates personalized care plans and connects patients to comprehensive healthcare within the Mercy system.