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Dr. Richard Mellitt

Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon

Surgeon Columbia, MO Missouri Heart Center
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
26 years at Missouri Heart Center
Gender
Male
Connections
231
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Richard Mellitt is one of them.
  • 278 Surgeons are based in MO (out of 26,542 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 10 contacts at Missouri Heart Center are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Surgeon compensation in MO: $350,000 – $736,000 (median $511,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Surgeons in MO: Mercy (19), Columbia Orthopaedic Group (4), Saint Luke's Health System (4).
  • 6% of Surgeons in MO hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 67% of Surgeons in MO have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Saint Louis University
Doctor Of Medicine
1989
University Of Notre Dame
1983
Emory University School Of Medicine
Skills
Thoracic Critical Care Healthcare Healthcare Information Technology Healthcare Management Hospitals Medical Education Medicine Surgery Patient Safety Emr Emergency Medicine Board Certified Medical Devices Cardiology
About Missouri Heart Center
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Professional Overview

Dr. Richard Mellitt is a Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon, currently affiliated with Missouri Heart Center, based in Columbia, MO. As a surgeon, Dr. Mellitt contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Columbia, MO. They have been with Missouri Heart Center for 26 years. Dr. Mellitt holds academic credentials, including Doctor Of Medicine, from Saint Louis University and University Of Notre Dame. Core competencies include Thoracic, Critical Care, Healthcare, Healthcare Information Technology, Healthcare Management. Missouri Heart Center operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Columbia, MO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Mellitt located?
Dr. Richard Mellitt is based in Columbia, MO. They are currently affiliated with Missouri Heart Center.
What is Dr. Richard Mellitt's specialty?
Dr. Richard Mellitt specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon.
Where does Dr. Richard Mellitt currently work?
Dr. Richard Mellitt currently works at Missouri Heart Center. They have been there for 26 years.
What is Dr. Richard Mellitt's educational background?
Dr. Richard Mellitt attended Saint Louis University and University Of Notre Dame.
How do I contact Dr. Richard Mellitt for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Surgeon?
Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Surgeon in MO?
Surgeons in MO typically earn $350,000 to $736,000 annually, with a median of $511,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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