Overview
Joel Rand, PA-C, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group (Des Moines) in Des Moines, Iowa.Mr. Rand was born and raised in Iowa and maintains close ties with the family farm. Following graduation from the University of Iowa PA Program, he has held a variety of positions in both medicine and surgery. Clinical interests include surgical weight loss and postoperative care of surgical patients.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Calibri; color: #000000}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}.
His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Malabsorption, Obesity in Children, and Gallbladder Disease.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Rand is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5901 Westown Parkway, Suite 240 West, Des Moines, IA 50266
1755 59th Place West, Des Moines, IA 50266
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Vascular Surgery
David Chew, MD, specializes in Vascular Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa.Certifications:general and thoracic surgeryMedical School:National University of SingaporeInternship:Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, U.K.Residency:Columbia University/St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York CityFellowship:Harvard University/Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Dr. Chew is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Chew is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Vascular Surgery
James Ebaugh, MD, specializes in Vascular Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ebaugh is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Ebaugh is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Des Moines Weight Management Center
Mark Smolik is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Smolik is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Epidural Lipomatosis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Smolik is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel Rand
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Rand?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel Rand by calling their office at 515-358-9300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel Rand a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel Rand is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity, 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. Joel Rand specialize in?
While Dr. Joel Rand is a Physician Assistant, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Malabsorption, and Obesity in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physician Assistant.
Does Dr. Joel Rand accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel Rand accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-358-9300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Rand isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- MalabsorptionDr. Rand isExperienced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- ObesityDr. Rand isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Rand isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.