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Dr. Joel Ray, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 73
Dr. Joel Ray, MD
2.7 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. Joel Ray, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO.
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Dr. Joel Ray, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 73
Cape Girardeau, MO
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Joel Ray, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO.

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Dr. Ray graduated from New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo in 1977 and completed a residency at Childrens National Medical Center.Dr. Joel Ray, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO and has 47 years experience. Dr. Ray currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Missouri Delta Medical Center and Saint Francis Medical Center. At present, Dr. Ray received an average rating of 2.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Ray's office accepts new patients. Dr. Ray is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chiari Malformation Type 1
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Radiculopathy
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Spondylolisthesis
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Upper Back Pain
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Craniectomy
Craniotomy
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Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Laminoplasty
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment

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  • Blue Card PPO
  • Blueprint Health
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Preferred Care Blue PPO
  • Blue Preferred Options-MO PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Saint Francis Medical Center
    211 Saint Francis Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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  2. 2 Cape Neurosurgical Associates PC
    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 320, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (573) 339-0900
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30

Patient Satisfaction

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2.7
Based on 20 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (11)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 30, 2020
Dr. Ray preformed spinal fusion on me. He helped me walk without pain shooting throughout my right leg. I'm very satisfied with the serigery. Best decision I ever made choosing him to be my surgeon. Thank you, Dr. Ray & Staff.
Kelly Laymon — Aug 30, 2020
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Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York State U, School of Medicine - Buffalo
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • National Naval Medical Center
    1978
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Childrens National Medical Center
    1982
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    1981
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joel Ray, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ray's profile.

Dr. Joel Ray, MD is affiliated with Missouri Delta Medical Center and Saint Francis Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Joel Ray, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Missouri Delta Medical Center

    1008 N Main St, Sikeston, MO

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO