About
Dr. Michael Bauer is a dual board-certified physician in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He co-founded Freedom Health Systems in Ozark, Missouri in 2021 with his wife, Kelbie Abercrombie, PA-C. The two have practiced medicine together since 2013.
Dr. Bauer approaches every patient with a "patient comes first" mentality. He builds individualized treatment plans rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. He holds regional recognition as the leading iovera cryoneurolysis provider, offering non-opioid pain management for knee and shoulder conditions, osteoarthritis, and pre-operative care. His clinical interests span family medicine, orthopedics, sports medicine, and chronic pain management. Outside the clinic, Dr. Bauer prioritizes his faith, and spends time on adventures with his wife and their three children.
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Who is Dr. Bauer right for?
Dr. Bauer works well with adults and families seeking a primary care physician who addresses root causes. Patients managing joint pain, osteoarthritis, fractures, or sports injuries benefit from his orthopedic and sports medicine training. He is a strong fit for patients looking for non-opioid pain management, including the iovera cryoneurolysis procedure. Those who want individualized treatment plans rather than a standard protocol will find his approach a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bauer treats a broad range of conditions across family medicine and sports medicine. His orthopedic focus includes osteoarthritis, joint pain, fractures, sprains, strains, and chronic pain. He also manages chronic disease, performs wellness visits, and handles acute care concerns for members.
Yes. Dr. Bauer holds dual board certification in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. This combination allows him to address whole-person primary care alongside specialized orthopedic and sports-related concerns.
The iovera procedure uses cryoneurolysis technology to temporarily interrupt pain signals in targeted nerves. Dr. Bauer performs this non-opioid treatment for knee and shoulder pain, osteoarthritis, and pre-operative pain management. He holds regional recognition as the leading iovera provider in the area.
Yes. Dr. Bauer sees patients from newborns through adults as part of his family medicine practice. Freedom Health Systems offers pediatric-only membership options for families with children.
Dr. Bauer builds individualized treatment plans for each patient. He focuses on root causes rather than symptom management alone. He involves patients in decision-making and tailors his recommendations to each person's specific circumstances and health goals.
Yes. Freedom Health Systems allows non-members to schedule orthopedic visits with Dr. Bauer. Non-members can also book sick visits, IV infusions, and pediatric appointments. Adult primary care, however, requires a membership.
Dr. Bauer offers the iovera cryoneurolysis procedure as an alternative to opioid-based pain treatment. He is the region's leading iovera provider. This makes him a distinctive resource for patients managing chronic joint pain or preparing for joint replacement surgery.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026