Overview
Jake West, DO, specializes in pulmonary and critical care medicine at MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care. Jake graduated from Des Moines University with his DO in May of 2017. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, and completed his Fellowship for Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine in June of 2023. He is double board certified in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.
His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), COVID-19, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), and Endoscopy.
Dr. West is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. West is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
411 Laurel St., Suite A120, Des Moines, IA 50314
1755 59th Place West, Des Moines, IA 50266
1111 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA 50314
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.
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
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MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care
Maxwell Cosmic, MD, specializes in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care. Dr. Cosmic is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pleural Effusion, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cosmic is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Bryon Johnson, DO, specializes in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jake West
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jake West?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jake West by calling their office at 515-643-7900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jake West a top-rated expert for Lung Metastases?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jake West is classified as an Experienced expert for Lung Metastases, 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. Jake West specialize in?
While Dr. Jake West is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and COVID-19. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Jake West participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jake West has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Metastases. You can view a list of Dr. Jake West's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jake West accept my insurance?
Dr. Jake West accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-643-7900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD)
- AsthmaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Bronchogenic CystDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Bronchogenic Cyst.