About
Dr. Mark Holcomb grew up in Iowa with one clear goal: to become a doctor and take care of patients. He earned his medical degree at the University of Iowa before moving to Kansas City to train in Emergency Medicine at Truman Medical Center, where a great mentor shaped his early career. He also holds an MBA and has pursued advanced training in flight medicine, hyperbarics, wound care, and EMS.
Over a career spanning more than 40 years, Dr. Holcomb practiced alongside his first two partners for three decades. He currently practices emergency medicine alongside his daughter and teaches residents, medical students, and paramedics. His clinical interests extend into flight medicine and hyperbaric wound care, and he holds certification as an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner, conducting First, Second, Third Class, and Basic Medical pilot certifications. Outside medicine, he keeps bees and produces raw honey locally. He founded Choice Physicians Group to practice direct primary care the way he always believed medicine should work: personal, unhurried, and built on genuine relationships.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Iowa
Residency
Emergency Medicine, Truman Medical Center, Kansas City
Additional Training
MBA; flight medicine; hyperbarics and wound care; EMS training
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Holcomb right for?
Dr. Holcomb is a strong fit for patients who want a long-term relationship with a highly experienced physician. Adults managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from his thorough, unhurried approach. Families with young children appreciate his ability to see patients of all ages, from newborns onward. Licensed pilots or aviation enthusiasts needing FAA medical certifications will find his AME credentials uniquely valuable. Patients who value direct access to their doctor by phone, text, or email outside of office hours will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Holcomb manages a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. These include hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma, allergies, anxiety, and depression. He also handles acute illness and injury, wound care, and simple fracture splinting. His background in Emergency Medicine makes him particularly capable with urgent concerns.
Dr. Holcomb holds certification as an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner through the Federal Aviation Administration. He trained in Emergency Medicine at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City and brings over 40 years of clinical experience to his practice. He also holds an MBA and has completed advanced training in flight medicine, hyperbarics, and wound care.
Dr. Holcomb completed his medical degree at the University of Iowa. He then came to Kansas City to complete his Emergency Medicine residency at Truman Medical Center. That training, along with four decades of practice experience, forms the foundation of his clinical approach.
Yes. Dr. Holcomb is a certified FAA Aviation Medical Examiner. He conducts First, Second, Third Class, and Basic Medical pilot certifications at Choice Physicians Group. The exam costs $175, with an EKG available for $50 and a Waggoner Color Vision test for $20. He is also a lifelong aviation enthusiast himself.
Yes. Dr. Holcomb sees patients of all ages, starting from newborns. He takes time during visits to explain what is happening to younger patients, helping children understand their own health. Families consistently note his patience and personal approach with kids.
Dr. Holcomb takes a proactive, relationship-driven approach to chronic disease. He focuses on understanding each patient as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. For conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, he works with patients on both medical treatment and lifestyle changes. His Lifestyle Improvement Program addresses medical, mental health, nutrition, and exercise together.
Members reach Dr. Holcomb any day, any hour, by phone, text, or email through the on-call physician service. Patients consistently describe him as someone who answers calls directly and fits people in when they need to be seen. That level of access is a core part of how he practices medicine.
Beyond primary and family medicine, Dr. Holcomb specializes in flight medicine, hyperbaric and wound care, and EMS medicine. His FAA Aviation Medical Examiner certification sets him apart from most primary care physicians in the Kansas City area. He also performs in-office procedures including skin biopsies, laceration repair, abscess drainage, and burn and wound care.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026