Overview
David Hockmuth is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.
Dr. Hockmuth is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Hockmuth is currently accepting new patients.
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- MEDICARE PDP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations
411 Laurel St Ste A250, Des Moines, IA 50314
2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 520B, Kansas City, MO 64116
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.
1 Clinical Trials
MercyOne Iowa Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery
Bart Jenson, MD, specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jenson is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Jenson is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Iowa Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery
Dr. Marnix Verhofste is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon with MercyOne Iowa Heart in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Verhofste is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Verhofste is currently accepting new patients.
The Iowa Clinic Surgery Downtown
Trent Howard is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Howard is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Pleurisy, Carotid Artery Disease, Thymectomy, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David R. Hockmuth
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David R. Hockmuth?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David R. Hockmuth by calling their office at 515-235-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David R. Hockmuth a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David R. Hockmuth is classified as an Advanced expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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 R. Hockmuth specialize in?
While Dr. David R. Hockmuth is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. David R. Hockmuth participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David R. Hockmuth has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. David R. Hockmuth's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David R. Hockmuth accept my insurance?
Dr. David R. Hockmuth accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-235-5000 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
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Hockmuth isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Hockmuth isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Patent Foramen Ovale RepairDr. Hockmuth isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Hockmuth isAdvanced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great VesselsDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EndocarditisDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- GastrostomyDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart TumorDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- ThymectomyDr. Hockmuth isExperienced. Learn about Thymectomy.