Overview
Blake Ward is a board-certified physician assistant practicing in orthopedic surgery. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse in La Crosse, WI and earned his master's in physician assistant studies from Misericordia University in Dallas, PA. Blake's medical interests include ankle trauma/fracture management, bursitis, carpal and cubital tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren's disease, fractures, rotator cuff disorders, shoulder impingement syndrome, knee osteoarthritis, hip osteoarthritis, strains and sprains, tendonitis, trigger finger, and wrist, thumb, and hand arthritis Blake is a member of both the American Academy of Physician Assistants. He is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He is married; they have one son, Cade. They also have a very loving and active golden doodle named Tucker. When he is not working, Blake likes to spend time with family and friends and be outdoors as much as possible. That includes hunting, kayaking, hiking, doing home renovation projects, and golfing for friendly competition. Blake and his wife love to travel when they can. Their favorite destination, so far, has been Maui; they spent their honeymoon there. I am motivated by knowing that every day in orthopedics I have the chance to make a difference in my patients' lives by helping them get back to their favorite activities. I enjoy having engaging conversations with my patients and helping them choose the path that will improve their quality of life. - Blake Ward, PA-C.
His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Arthritis.
Ward, PA is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration and Wisconsin Department Of Safety And Professional Services.
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Locations
1626 Tuttle St., Baraboo, WI 53913
Additional Areas of Focus
Ward has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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University Hospital Orthopedic Trauma Clinic
Kristyn Hare, PA is a physician assistant at UW Health. Kristyn manages and treats osteoporosis as part of the UW Health Fracture Liaison Service (FLS). People with low-impact (fragility) fractures get personalized care through the FLS. It focuses on helping broken bones heal while also preventing future fractures.Kristyn runs an outpatient clinic dedicated to treating and educating people about how osteoporosis and osteopenia (low bone mass) affect health and wellness. She also cares for people considering elective orthopedic surgery such as joint replacement or spinal fusion.Her clinical roles include assisting with fracture risk assessment, patient education, management and coordination of care, including follow-up services. She also provides inpatient consults for patients with fractures related to orthopedic surgery for traumatic injuries.I chose medicine to work in partnership with my patients to enhance their health. I believe in taking a well-rounded, multispecialty approach to improve bone health in adults. Hare, PA is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Hare, PA is currently accepting new patients.
SSM Health Neurosciences
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blake R. Ward, PA
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Is Blake R. Ward, PA a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Blake R. Ward, PA is classified as an Experienced expert for Osteoarthritis, 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 Blake R. Ward, PA specialize in?
While Blake R. Ward, PA is a Physician Assistant, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physician Assistant.
Does Blake R. Ward, PA accept my insurance?
Blake R. Ward, PA accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-294-6464 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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