He graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). Dr. Abernathy is especially interested in cryotherapy, removal of skin lesion (growth or mark), and urgent care. Coventry, TRICARE, and Aetna Elect Choice are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Abernathy accepts. He is professionally affiliated with Saint Luke's North Hospital-Smithville and Saint Luke's North Hospital-Barry Road.