Overview
David Weegar, NP, is a UW Health nurse practitioner in cardiothoracic surgery. He specializes in issues involving the heart, lungs and esophagus.David provides care for people with coronary artery disease and structural heart disease. He also provides post-surgical care for patients who have had a wide range of procedures, including aortic and mitral valve repair or replacement, ascending aortic aneurysm (bulge in blood vessel wall) repair and surgical resections for lung cancer.David says he started his life’s work by caring for his own family and has made a career of caring for others ever since.During free time, David enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors.My philosophy is to provide excellent, compassionate care at the level I would expect for my own family.
Weegar, NP is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1340 Charles St, Suite 300, Rockford, IL 61104
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David Weegar, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 779-696-8800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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