Magdi G. Ghali
Expertise in
12
conditions

Dr. Magdi G. Ghali

Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
1111 6th Ave., 
Des Moines, IA 
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Expertise in
12
conditions
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
1111 6th Ave., 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Magdi Ghali, MD, specializes in Cardiology at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Ghali is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Apoplexy, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. Dr. Ghali is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Interventional Cardiology
Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Wayne County Hospital
Pella Regional Health Center
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
Mahaska Health Partnership
Knoxville Hospital & Clinics

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
1111 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA 50314
Other Locations
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines
5880 University Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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.

7 Clinical Trials

Global Clinical Study of Renal Denervation With the Symplicity Spyral™ Multi-electrode Renal Denervation System in Patients With Uncontrolled Hypertension on Standard Medical Therapy (SPYRAL HTN-ON MED)
Global Clinical Study of Renal Denervation With the Symplicity Spyral™ Multi-electrode Renal Denervation System in Patients With Uncontrolled Hypertension on Standard Medical Therapy (SPYRAL HTN-ON MED)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 30, 2026
Intervention Type: Device, Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable
IMPact on Revascularization Outcomes of intraVascular Ultrasound Guided Treatment of Complex Lesions and Economic Impact (IMPROVE)
IMPact on Revascularization Outcomes of intraVascular Ultrasound Guided Treatment of Complex Lesions and Economic Impact (IMPROVE)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: September 12, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Global Clinical Study of Renal Denervation With the Symplicity Spyral™ Multi-electrode Renal Denervation System in Patients With Uncontrolled Hypertension in the Absence of Antihypertensive Medications (SPYRAL PIVOTAL - SPYRAL HTN-OFF MED)
Global Clinical Study of Renal Denervation With the Symplicity Spyral™ Multi-electrode Renal Denervation System in Patients With Uncontrolled Hypertension in the Absence of Antihypertensive Medications (SPYRAL PIVOTAL - SPYRAL HTN-OFF MED)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 28, 2025
Intervention Type: Device, Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable
A Clinical Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of the MitraClip® System for the Treatment of Functional Mitral Regurgitation in Symptomatic Heart Failure Subjects (COAPT Recruitment Closed). COAPT CAS (Recruitment Closed)
A Clinical Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of the MitraClip® System for the Treatment of Functional Mitral Regurgitation in Symptomatic Heart Failure Subjects (COAPT Recruitment Closed). COAPT CAS (Recruitment Closed)
Enrollment Status: Unknown
Publish Date: November 27, 2023
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Evaluation of Treatment Strategies for Severe CaLcIfic Coronary Arteries: Orbital Atherectomy vs. Conventional Angioplasty Technique Prior to Implantation of Drug-Eluting StEnts: The ECLIPSE Trial
Evaluation of Treatment Strategies for Severe CaLcIfic Coronary Arteries: Orbital Atherectomy vs. Conventional Angioplasty Technique Prior to Implantation of Drug-Eluting StEnts: The ECLIPSE Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: October 06, 2023
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
The OPTIMIZE Trial to Assess the Procedural and Clinical Value of the Svelte IDS and RX Sirolimus Eluting Coronary Stent Systems for the Treatment of Atherosclerotic Lesions in a Randomized Study
The OPTIMIZE Trial to Assess the Procedural and Clinical Value of the Svelte IDS and RX Sirolimus Eluting Coronary Stent Systems for the Treatment of Atherosclerotic Lesions in a Randomized Study
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 23, 2023
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
A Clinical Evaluation of the Safety of the St. Jude Medical Quartet 1457Q Left Ventricular Lead, an IDE Study
A Clinical Evaluation of the Safety of the St. Jude Medical Quartet 1457Q Left Ventricular Lead, an IDE Study
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 04, 2019
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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9 Total Publications

Sustained Mechanical Aspiration Thrombectomy for High Thrombus Burden Coronary Vessel Occlusion: The Multicenter CHEETAH Study.
Sustained Mechanical Aspiration Thrombectomy for High Thrombus Burden Coronary Vessel Occlusion: The Multicenter CHEETAH Study.
Journal: Circulation. Cardiovascular interventions
Published: February 21, 2023
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411 Laurel Street, Suite A250, 
Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
515-235-5000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients

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MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

411 Laurel Street, Suite A250, 
Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
515-235-5000
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients

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Is Dr. Magdi G. Ghali a top-rated expert for Heart Attack?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Magdi G. Ghali is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Attack, 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. Magdi G. Ghali specialize in?

While Dr. Magdi G. Ghali is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, and Apoplexy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.

Does Dr. Magdi G. Ghali participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Magdi G. Ghali has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Attack. You can view a list of Dr. Magdi G. Ghali's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Magdi G. Ghali accept my insurance?

Dr. Magdi G. Ghali accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-247-3121 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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