Jan Franko
Expertise in
21
conditions

Dr. Jan Franko

Surgical Oncology
411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
21
conditions
411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Jan Franko is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Franko is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Splenectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 53 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Franko is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Surgery in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Monmouth Medical Center
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Slovak

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 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.

3 Clinical Trials

Immunologic, Cellular, and Anti-microbial Profiling of Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy
Immunologic, Cellular, and Anti-microbial Profiling of Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: September 23, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
A Double-blind Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study to Determine the Effectiveness of Pre-operative IV Acetaminophen Administration in Reducing Post-operative Pain, Nausea, and Vomiting in the Outpatient Setting
A Double-blind Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study to Determine the Effectiveness of Pre-operative IV Acetaminophen Administration in Reducing Post-operative Pain, Nausea, and Vomiting in the Outpatient Setting
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: January 14, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
Effect of Perioperative Probiotics on Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Operation in Community Settings.
Effect of Perioperative Probiotics on Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Operation in Community Settings.
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: July 25, 2017
Intervention Type: Dietary supplement
Study Phase: Phase 3
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53 Total Publications

Complete Cytoreduction of Colorectal Liver Metastases: Evolving Systemic Therapy and Liver Transplantation.
Complete Cytoreduction of Colorectal Liver Metastases: Evolving Systemic Therapy and Liver Transplantation.
Journal: Journal of surgical oncology
Published: July 26, 2025
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Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
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Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
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MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

411 Laurel St., Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
515-247-3266
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jan Franko

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Jan Franko by calling their office at 515-247-3266. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Jan Franko a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jan Franko is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pancreatic Cancer, 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. Jan Franko specialize in?

While Dr. Jan Franko is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Jan Franko participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jan Franko has published 53 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Jan Franko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Jan Franko accept my insurance?

Dr. Jan Franko accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-247-3266 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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