Overview
Austin Ward is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Paducah, Kentucky.
Dr. Ward is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2601 Kentucky Ave Ste 300, Paducah, KY 42003
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Austin Ward
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Austin Ward?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Austin Ward by calling their office at 270-443-5564. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Austin Ward a top-rated expert for Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Austin Ward is classified as an Advanced expert for Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Austin Ward specialize in?
While Dr. Austin Ward is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, and Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Austin Ward participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Austin Ward has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels. You can view a list of Dr. Austin Ward's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Austin Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Austin Ward accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 270-443-5564 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Collapsed LungDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aortic DissectionDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.