Rick Bottoms, FNP-C, joined Midwest Medical Specialists in April 2024. He is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners, Kansas City Dermatological Society, and Kansas City Medical Society.
Outside of work, Rick enjoys spending time with his wife, two daughters and dog. He enjoys working around the house and in the yard, being outdoors, and watching all things Mizzou.
Education
- Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, with Honors (Rockhurst University)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with Honors (Research College of Nursing)
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, with Honors (University of Missouri – Columbia)
Clinical Interests
- Rick has a decade of dermatology experience, with a particular interest in skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment, along with fundamental dermatologic care like acne, psoriasis, eczema and other skin conditions.
- Skilled in performing shave and punch biopsies, excisions and cryotherapy, under the supervision of Dr. Frank Koranda, Dr. Colleen Reisz and Dr. Joseph Schneider.
Licensing/Certification
- Board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Licensed to practice by the Missouri Board of Nursing and the Kansas Board of Nursing
