Lester E Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America

Cox Medical Center South is one of the medical facilities within the Medical Mile, a cluster of health-related buildings in Springfield, Missouri.  Located on the south side of the city, Cox Medical Center South is a full-service center that opened in 1985. It features many doctor's offices, a trauma and neuroscience center, a women's and children's hospital, and many more. A beauty salon, cafeteria, coffee shop, chapel, and gift shop are also set up in the facility for the convenience and pleasure of visitors.

Those going to the Cox Medical Center from out of town may book a stay at the nearby Arbor Suites Medical Mile, a business-friendly hotel that offers free shuttle service to and from the center. The 3-star Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield enjoys a good location that's near many important areas while the relaxed all-suite hotel Candlewood Suites South – Springfield is easy to find along US Highway 60. Places that are close by include Bois D Arc, Ozark and Republic which are all less than 30 minutes away. While in the city, make time to visit the oldest attraction at the Springfield Botanical Gardens, the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden and delight in its koi lake, moon bridge, meditation garden, tea house and traditional Japanese garden. Then head to the Springfield Art Museum, which was built in 1926 and is the city's oldest cultural institution that proudly showcases a good collection of art masterpieces. The Oak Park and the Pythian Castle are also nearby.