Ruth Marie Pitts, MD

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Primary: Family Doctor

Sub-Specialty: General

Additional Specialties: Occupational Medicine, Hospitalist, Family Practice

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Fax: (417) 269-8744

Fax: (417) 269-8851

Phone: (417) 269-2273

Phone: (417) 875-3577

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Cox Medical Center North

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Pitts, Ruth M, MD

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http://coxhealth.com

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Specialties: Occupational Medicine, Hospitalist, Family Practice

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Phone: (417) 269-8729

Address: 1423 N Jefferson Ave Ste B, Springfield, MO 65802

Website: http://coxhealth.com

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General Practitioners

Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Long-term illnesses such as arthritis, asthma, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, diabetes or heart disease can result in severe emotional and financial burdens in addition to ongoing health concerns. Those burdens could make it even more challenging to live with your condition. At CoxHealth, the team that tends to your immediate health care needs doesn't just stop there.
Medical Weight Loss
And your healthy weight loss journey won't necessarily look the same as others'. That's why CoxHealth offers various services and experienced specialists to provide options and resources that help you achieve your desired lifestyle.
Stroke Rehabilitation
We're proud to offer southwest Missouri's only DNV GL certified Comprehensive Stroke Center at Cox South. This certification is reserved for the best-equipped hospitals that can treat any kind of stroke. With multiple hospitals nationally recognized for patient outcomes, you can trust CoxHealth to provide the highest standard of stroke care.
Nutritional Counseling
CoxHealth registered dietitians are available for all patients admitted to the hospital. There are a wide variety of services an inpatient registered dietitian provides on a daily basis to help ensure the best patient care. If you or a loved one have any nutrition questions during your hospital stay, please ask to speak with a registered dietitian.
Pediatric Care
At CoxHealth, you'll find the region's most experienced physicians in pediatric care. CoxHealth's team of experts is ready to care for your kids across all spectrums of care, including perinatology, a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and pediatric urgent care. And as one of the top three maternity hospitals in Missouri, CoxHealth is a leader in mother-baby care, delivering more newborns than any other hospital in our region.
Primary Care
Talk to your primary care doctor about a referral if you need to see one of our heart or vascular care providers.
Ear Infections
Sleep Disorders
Pulmonologists diagnose and treat problems with your lungs and respiratory system. Asthma, bronchitis, COPD and cystic fibrosis are a few of the conditions they care for. At CoxHealth, our pulmonologists work closely with our Sleep Disorder Center to help diagnose and treat conditions that affect your quality of sleep.
Family Practice
Your primary care provider (PCP) is your prevention partner and your first stop for medical care. Most PCPs are doctors, but nurse practitioners and physician assistants can also be primary care providers. PCPs are also known as primary care physicians, family doctors, general physicians or family medicine doctors. One of their most important jobs is to help keep you and your family in good health. They help you understand your medical history and take care of health concerns before they become health problems.
High Cholesterol
Emergency Care
If your physician decides you need special respiratory care, you’ll be treated by a respiratory therapist. It’s common for patients of all ages in the emergency department, an ICU and the Step-Down unit to require respiratory treatment.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy - A colonoscopy is a test to view the inside of your lower digestive tract (colon and rectum). This test is done to help look for colon cancer.
Electrocardiogram
It’s a pain-free study to measure your circulation. Electrodes, similar to EKG patches, are placed on your skin. The results of this study inform the physician of your ability to heal and the best treatments options for you. The results are then sent to the physician who referred you to our center. If you’re a patient of our center, this test may be requested by one of your providers.
Bronchitis
Diarrhea
Immunizations
Get your child started off right by establishing them with a primary care provider, keeping current on vaccinations, offering nutritious foods, knowing safety basics and promoting regular exercise and plenty of sleep. And when your child's health requires the support of medical specialists, no one in the region offers more than CoxHealth.

Gynecology
Obstetrics
Pregnancy
Labor and Delivery
Our OB/GYN providers specialize in women's health issues from menstruation, to childbirth and menopause. We recognize your journey is wonderful and challenging in its own way, and we want to help you navigate the matters of your health with confidence. Visit our directory to find your provider today.

Internal Medicine
CoxHealth has experienced primary care providers dedicated to family medicine, internal medicine and pediatrics. We have locations in communities across southwest Missouri. In many cases, same-day or next-day appointments are available.
Gastroenterology
Urology
CoxHealth urologists offer premiere care of urological conditions. Our physicians provide surgical and nonsurgical treatment options to deliver optimal care for our patients. The entire urology care team is focused on the best possible outcome for each individual patient.
Nephrology
Our nephrologists diagnose and treat renal (kidney) disease. These specialists are experienced in clinical nephrology, end-stage renal disease, dialysis and transplantation, interventional nephrology and consultative nephrology.
Colon Cancer
Endoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy - An upper GI endoscopy lets your healthcare provider look right into the beginning of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The esophagus, stomach, and the first part of the small intestine (the duodenum) make up the upper GI tract.
Cancer Care
In Springfield, CoxHealth's Hulston Cancer Center is the first Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Center in the community. In Branson, CoxHealth offers top-quality cancer care, close to home.

Neurology
With CoxHealth, you can have confidence in the care you'll receive from our largest group of board-certified neurosurgeons in Missouri and northern Arkansas, the region's most accomplished interventional neuroradiologist and our board-certified stoke neurology team.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mental Health
At some time in your life, mental health issues are likely to touch you or those you love. CoxHealth is a leader and advocate for mental health in our community. We offer a variety of treatment programs focused on helping you achieve optimum mental and physical health across the lifespan.
Behavioral Health

Endocrinologist

Diabetes Care
Endocrinology
Thyroid
Thyroid Cancer

Ultrasound
We evaluate and treat a wide variety of symptoms and disorders related to deficiency or excess of one or more hormones. We provide ultrasounds and biopsies of the thyroid and neck and are credentialed by the Endocrine Certification in Neck Ultrasound (ECNU) Program in each of these areas.
MRI
MRIs let your doctor see detailed images of the inside of your body. You’ll be asked to follow some specific instructions prior to your exam, which will include removing all jewelry, hearing aids and glasses, completely emptying your pockets and possibly removing your makeup. MRIs use powerful magnets, for safety and to allow the clearest images possible, it’s important that no metal be in the room with the MRI.
Radiology
The physicians and staff at our new clinic specialize in providing acute, chronic, and preventive senior care to patients 65 and older. This full-service clinic offers a complete range of primary care services, including on-site radiology, lab services, medication management, support groups, and more — conveniently located under one roof.
X-Rays
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine uses a small amount of radioactive material to help your doctor diagnose certain diseases and conditions, especially in the very early stages.
Mammography
A mammogram is a low-dose X-ray exam of your breast that is used to screen for and diagnose breast cancer. CoxHealth offers all-digital mammography for clearer, more detailed images.
Computed Tomography
CTs use X-rays and computer scans to create a detailed picture of specific areas of your body. CT is typically used to examine soft tissues, such as your sinuses, blood vessels and organs.

General Surgery
Orthopedics
Wound Care
At CoxHealth, we’re committed to providing you with great care, dignity and respect. Every consideration is given to accommodate your physical, spiritual and emotional needs as part of the healing process. We offer wound care and hyperbaric medicine in Springfield and Branson, Missouri. These services are by referral only.
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Gangrene
Vascular Surgery
Robotic Surgery
Whether your surgery is planned event or a sudden health situation requiring quick intervention, CoxHealth’s surgery team is here for you in Springfield, Branson, Monett and Barton County. Our highly trained staff uses the latest technology, including minimally invasive robotic surgery, to provide the care you need. For information about anesthesia during your surgical procedure, see our patient education page.
Otolaryngology
Knee Replacement
We have experts in orthopedic services offering care in Springfield, Branson, Monett and Barton County. CoxHealth is accredited as a High Performing Hospital by U.S. News & World Report and as a Certified Center of Excellence by DNV Healthcare for hip and knee replacement. View the resources below to find more information about any of our services.
Reconstructive Surgery
Whether you want to slow, prevent or reverse the signs of aging, or you seek reconstructive surgery, CoxHealth's Center for Plastic Surgery is here for you with scientifically proven anti-aging therapeutics and products, the latest surgery techniques and more.

Plastic Surgeons

Eyelid Surgery
Liposuction
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction restores your breast to near normal shape, appearance and size following mastectomy. Only 23 percent of women understand the breast reconstruction options that are available.
Plastic Surgery
Breast Surgery
Breast surgery is performed to reshape, resize and reconstruct male and female breasts. We offer augmentation, lifts, reconstruction and reduction, plus treatments for male gynecomastia.
Scar Revision
Gynecomastia
Moles
For skin care ranging from mole removal to cysts and rashes, as well as minor skin procedures and biopsies, care is available at the CoxHealth Skin Care Clinic without a referral. The clinic is overseen by a board-certified family medicine physician, who works in conjunction with the University of Missouri's telemedicine services. Give the Skin Care Clinic a call now to make your first appointment. Call 417-269-9060 to schedule an appointment now or click below to get directions.
Bariatric Surgery
Losing weight is a lifelong commitment, and CoxHealth Weight Loss and Advanced Surgery Center offers a variety of support services to help before, during, and after your goals are met. Our board-certified surgeons specialize in bariatric surgery and are members of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. We serve individuals throughout Missouri and Northwest Arkansas, including Springfield, Branson, Joplin, Lake of the Ozarks, Harrison, Rolla, St. Louis and Kansas City. Learn more about weight loss surgery options.

Skin Cancer
Dermatology
From general dermatology to the treatment of the most complicated skin disorders and conditions, our board-certified physicians offer expertise you can depend on. Our highly trained team is committed to offering you personalized, excellent care.
Acne Treatment
Cyst
Ulcer
Rashes
Skin Care
Reatments to nourish, accent and refresh your skin and body. We offer laser treatments and at-home regimens, medical-grade skin care and make-up, and a full range of the latest skin care treatments, provided by our medical aestheticians.
Psoriasis

Physical Therapists

Sports Medicine
CoxHealth offers a variety of inpatient, outpatient and sports medicine rehabilitation services, from acute inpatient care through complete outpatient services.
Physical Therapy
Our rehabilitation service include outpatient, inpatient and acute care services. Physical therapy, sports medicine, speech therapy and more are provided through outpatient services.
Neck Pain

General Podiatry
Diabetic Foot Care

Allergies
And at CoxHealth, we're happy to help. Our staff includes physicians who are board-certified in allergy and immunology, as well as a nurse practitioner and certified asthma educator. We can help you manage allergies, asthma, immunodeficiencies and other allergy-related diseases. We see patients of all ages, from infancy through adulthood. We operate from the CoxHealth Ferrell-Duncan Clinic in Springfield and on Wednesdays, we provide services at the Branson Allergy Clinic. We're committed to providing the best compassionate medical care to our patients. To achieve this, we...

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