Expertise in
9
conditions
Expertise in
9
conditions
Office
1221 Pleasant St Ste 400, 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Megan Mcdonald is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Mcdonald is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Vulvectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Mcdonald is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Obstetrics & Gynecology in IA

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Genesis Medical Center-Davenport
Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Office
1221 Pleasant St Ste 400, Des Moines, IA 50309
Other Locations
University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242

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.


1 Clinical Trials

Alleviation by NIAGEN of Persistent Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Cancer Survivors
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald by calling their office at 515-875-9290. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald a top-rated expert for Endometrial Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald is classified as an Distinguished expert for Endometrial 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. Megan E. Mcdonald specialize in?

While Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, and Ovarian Carcinosarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endometrial Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald accept my insurance?

Dr. Megan E. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-875-9290 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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