Overview
Matthew Samec is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Urbandale, Iowa.
Dr. Samec is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses VEXAS Syndrome, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Samec is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations
8421 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
1501 E 10th St, Atlantic, IA 50022
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. Matthew J. Samec
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew J. Samec?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew J. Samec by calling their office at 515-270-7222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matthew J. Samec a top-rated expert for VEXAS Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew J. Samec is classified as an Advanced expert for VEXAS Syndrome, 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. Matthew J. Samec specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew J. Samec is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in VEXAS Syndrome, Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, and Temporal Arteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Matthew J. Samec participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matthew J. Samec has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like VEXAS Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew J. Samec's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matthew J. Samec accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew J. Samec accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-270-7222 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
- VEXAS SyndromeDr. Samec isAdvanced. Learn about VEXAS Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)Dr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).
- Juvenile Temporal ArteritisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Temporal Arteritis.
- Necrotizing VasculitisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Vasculitis.
- OsteoporosisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- PolymyositisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- VasculitisDr. Samec isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.