Office
1212 Pleasant St Ste 211, 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Juan Mira, MD joined The Iowa Clinic in 2022 after completing a Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Prior to Fellowship, Dr. Mira completed his General Surgery Residency at the University of Florida and earned his Medical Degree at the University of Michigan. Dr. Mira's passion for multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care led him to specialize in surgical oncology. His clinical interests include the treatment of foregut, endocrine, and soft tissue cancers. Dr. Mira is also very passionate about continuous quality improvement in healthcare and he has worked on the implementation of clinical practice guidelines at various healthcare systems.

His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, and Pancreatectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Surgery in FL

Board Certifications

General Surgery
Complex General Surgical Oncology

Hospital Affiliations

Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Wellcare
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Locations

Office
1212 Pleasant St Ste 211, Des Moines, IA 50309

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. Juan Mira

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Juan Mira?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Juan Mira by calling their office at 515-283-1541. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Juan Mira a top-rated expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Juan Mira is classified as an Experienced expert for Familial 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. Juan Mira specialize in?

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

Does Dr. Juan Mira participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Juan Mira has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Juan Mira's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Juan Mira accept my insurance?

Dr. Juan Mira accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-283-1541 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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