David Bluemke
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions

Overview

David Bluemke, MD, is a UW Health radiologist and a professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Bluemke interprets diagnostic scans (such as MRI or CT scan) for patients with cardiovascular disease, including conditions that affect the heart’s ability to pump blood. He also interprets thoracic (chest) imaging. The patient’s treating doctor uses the results from Dr. Bluemke’s radiology reports to determine the next steps of the treatment plan.Dr. Bluemke has a special interest in genetic heart disease. His research involves evaluating patients with rare cardiomyopathies and using large population databases to evaluate the presence of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Bluemke is also involved in evaluating new technological advances in radiology.I’m passionate about using the latest healthcare technology for early disease diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Bluemke is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Menopause, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Cardiac Ablation.

Dr. Bluemke is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 536 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials.

Graduate Institution

University Of Chicago Medical School

Residency

The Johns Hopkins Hospital

Specialties

Radiology

Licenses

Diagnostic Radiology in MD

Board Certifications

Diagnostic Radiology

Hospital Affiliations

Department Of Radiology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

University Hospital Radiology Department
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Other Locations
1 S Park St Medical Center Medical Imaging
1 S Park St, Suite 201, Madison, WI 53715
UnityPoint Health - Meriter Radiology Department
202 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research Radiology Department
1111 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53705
East Madison Hospital Radiology Department
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718

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.


6 Clinical Trials

Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis (MESA)
CT COMPARE: CT Coronary Angiography to Measure Plaque Reduction
Noninvasive Imaging of Heart Failure
Body Magnetic Resonance (MR) Imaging Techniques
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Is Dr. David Bluemke a top-rated expert for Emphysema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David Bluemke is classified as an Distinguished expert for Emphysema, 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. David Bluemke specialize in?

While Dr. David Bluemke is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Emphysema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Menopause. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.

Does Dr. David Bluemke participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. David Bluemke has published 536 articles and abstracts on conditions like Emphysema. You can view a list of Dr. David Bluemke's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. David Bluemke accept my insurance?

Dr. David Bluemke accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-9729 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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