Overview
Eric Scott is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon who has worked at The Iowa Clinic since 2008. He specializes in the treatment of carotid, aortic, and peripheral arterial disease as well as common venous disorders. He is actively involved in numerous clinical trials of new endovascular therapies, has published 15 articles, and given more than 100 presentations on the treatment of vascular disease around the world. At The Iowa Clinic, he serves as Medical Director of Non-Invasive Vascular Testing and the Outpatient Endovascular Center, and at Unity Point Des Moines, chairs the Endovascular Care Committee.
Dr. Scott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1222 Pleasant Street, Suite 221, Des Moines, IA 49313
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
5 Clinical Trials
The Iowa Clinic
Dr. Nicholas Southard became a vascular surgeon because he wanted to make a dramatic impact on patients by preventing strokes, limb loss and aneurysm ruptures. He joined The Iowa Clinic in 2013, directly out of training, due to The Clinic's reputation as a well-respected diverse group of providers who offer high-quality care to the community. He was also drawn to the Vascular Surgery Department's long-standing history of providing cutting edge treatment to vascular patients. Dr. Southard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
The Iowa Clinic
Kelsey Christensen, DNP joined The Iowa Clinic to be a part of a group of healthcare providers that are invested in the health of the community it serves by offering comprehensive medical care through the many stages of life. She started providing care to patients as a staffing nurse in 2011 and received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2015. Previously, she was a Nurse Practitioner at Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge providing primary and palliative care services. Kelsey enjoys helping patients and providing care to positively impact their day to day activities as well as giving them the knowledge they need to make decisions regarding their health needs. Ms. Christensen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Insufficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Disease.
MercyOne West Des Moines Vascular Surgery
Jose Borromeo is a Vascular Surgeon in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Borromeo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Venous Insufficiency. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Advanced
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- GangreneDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Experienced
- AngioplastyDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- CellulitisDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.

