Overview
Dr. Joseph Schowalter provides expert hospital-based care focused on conditions of the stomach, intestines and broader gastrointestinal system at Avera in Sioux Falls, SD.
Dr. Schowalter is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1325 South Cliff Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
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. Joseph Schowalter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Schowalter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph Schowalter by calling their office at 605-504-1400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph Schowalter a top-rated expert for Intestinal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph Schowalter is classified as an Advanced expert for Intestinal 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. Joseph Schowalter specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph Schowalter is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Angiodysplasia of the Colon. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Joseph Schowalter participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Schowalter has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Intestinal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph Schowalter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph Schowalter accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph Schowalter accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Avera Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-504-1400 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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- Advanced
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Schowalter isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Schowalter isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Schowalter isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Schowalter isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Schowalter isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Schowalter isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
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- Accessory PancreasDr. Schowalter isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- AchalasiaDr. Schowalter isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Schowalter isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Schowalter isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Schowalter isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Schowalter isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.