Overview
Kalvin Zee is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.
His clinical expertise encompasses Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Peptic Ulcer, Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, and Splenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
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. Kalvin Zee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kalvin Zee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kalvin Zee by calling their office at 515-643-2261. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kalvin Zee a top-rated expert for Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kalvin Zee is classified as an Experienced expert for Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), 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. Kalvin Zee specialize in?
While Dr. Kalvin Zee is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Splenectomy, and Peptic Ulcer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Kalvin Zee participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kalvin Zee has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS). You can view a list of Dr. Kalvin Zee's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kalvin Zee accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalvin Zee accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-643-2261 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Zee isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Zee isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Zee isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PeritonitisDr. Zee isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Zee isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- SplenectomyDr. Zee isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.