Overview
Ivan Mefford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Richmond, Texas.
Dr. Mefford is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Potassium Level, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1505 Liberty St, Richmond, TX 77469
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. Ivan Mefford
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ivan Mefford?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ivan Mefford by calling their office at 361-271-0677. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ivan Mefford a top-rated expert for High Potassium Level?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ivan Mefford is classified as an Advanced expert for High Potassium Level, 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. Ivan Mefford specialize in?
While Dr. Ivan Mefford is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in High Potassium Level, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Ivan Mefford participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ivan Mefford has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like High Potassium Level. You can view a list of Dr. Ivan Mefford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ivan Mefford accept my insurance?
Dr. Ivan Mefford accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 361-271-0677 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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- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Mefford isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Mefford isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
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