Overview
Dr. Ward is a Clinical Professor at Texas A&M College of Medicine at Texas A&M Health Science Center, Dallas. He has traveled the world to train with pioneer surgeons who have pushed the frontiers of minimally invasive surgery such as Lee Swanstrom and Brice Gayet. His philosophy of care is to get patients back to a quality of life that is better than when he first met them. For surgical patients, minimally invasive techniques are usually the best at doing just that. By developing this unique skillset, Dr. Ward is able to offer a wide array of treatments for benign and malignant conditions of the esophagus, stomach, and other areas of the abdomen. Aside from the surgical aspect of his practice, he is active in conducting research. Dr. Ward believes there is always room to improve on the status quo and therefore uses research to improve patient care on a larger scale. By using evidence based practices and advanced surgical technology, he offers patients safe and innovative surgeries for achieving quality outcomes. In his spare time, he enjoys being outdoors with his family, cooking and cheering for his college sports teams. Dr. Ward was nominated for D Magazine's Best Docs in 2022, 2023, 2024.
Dr. Ward is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 69 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3417 Gaston Ave, Ste 965, Dallas, TX 75246
4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I,, Ste 200, Plano, TX 75093
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. Marc A. Ward
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marc A. Ward?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Marc A. Ward by calling their office at 972-817-6050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Marc A. Ward a top-rated expert for Achalasia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marc A. Ward is classified as an Distinguished expert for Achalasia, 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. Marc A. Ward specialize in?
While Dr. Marc A. Ward is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Marc A. Ward participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Marc A. Ward has published 69 articles and abstracts on conditions like Achalasia. You can view a list of Dr. Marc A. Ward's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Marc A. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Marc A. Ward accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 972-817-6050 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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- Distinguished
- AchalasiaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Achalasia.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- HerniaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
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- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- EsophagitisDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- GastrectomyDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Experienced
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- FasciotomyDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Fasciotomy.
- Food AllergyDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Food Allergy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.