Overview
Joel Ward is a Hospital Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.
His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel P. Ward
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel P. Ward?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel P. Ward by calling their office at 515-247-4240. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel P. Ward a top-rated expert for Endoscopy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel P. Ward is classified as an Experienced expert for Endoscopy, 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 P. Ward specialize in?
While Dr. Joel P. Ward is a Hospital Medicine, they have specific expertise in Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hospital Medicine.
Does Dr. Joel P. Ward participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joel P. Ward has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endoscopy. You can view a list of Dr. Joel P. Ward's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- ColonoscopyDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Hip ReplacementDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.