Abrea Cridlebaugh, MD, has joined Bothwell Family Medicine Associates as a family medicine physician and is now accepting patients of all ages. Dr. Cridlebaugh completed her medical degree and residency in family and community medicine at the University of Missouri in Columbia. She participated in the Rural Track Pipeline Program during her training and received several awards for academic achievement, leadership, and excellence in geriatric care.
Her practice includes comprehensive primary care services such as prenatal and pediatric care, women’s health, mental health support, geriatrics, and management of chronic diseases.
Dr. Cridlebaugh stated that her decision to join Bothwell was influenced by more than just its location. “Bothwell is grounded in community,” she said. “People here are committed to improving lives in practical, meaningful ways, and I knew I wanted to be part of that.”
She also described her approach to patient care: “No two patients are the same,” she said. “I focus on understanding what matters to each individual so we can make care decisions together.”
Marvin Smoot, vice president of Clinic Operations at Bothwell Regional Health Center, commented on Dr. Cridlebaugh’s background: “Dr. Cridlebaugh brings a strong foundation in rural medicine and a deep understanding of what patients in our region need,” Smoot said. “She listens well, builds trust and offers care that’s both personal and informed.”
Originally from near Marshall, Missouri, Dr. Cridlebaugh expressed appreciation for returning to west-central Missouri with her husband Brody and their young daughter.
Patients can schedule appointments with Dr. Cridlebaugh at Bothwell Family Medicine Associates on the first floor of the Healing Arts Center by calling 660-827-2883 or Centralized Scheduling at 660-829-8888.
