Overview
Dr. Russell Ward is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty in orthopedic oncology and joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder. His professional interests include bone and soft tissue sarcoma, benign bone and soft tissue tumors, bone metastasis and joint reconstruction. Dr. Ward is passionate about providing exceptional care for his patients of all ages suffering with sarcoma. He is committed to working alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest level of medical and surgical care while training the next generation of surgeons and supporting research in the discipline. Dr. Ward is a member of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society, the Connective Tissue Oncology Society, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Association. Outside of work, Dr. Ward enjoys spending time with family, skiing and hiking.
Dr. Ward is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Dr. Ward is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles.
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Russell A. Ward
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Russell A. Ward?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Russell A. Ward by calling their office at 254-724-2663. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Russell A. Ward a top-rated expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Russell A. Ward is classified as an Distinguished expert for Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, 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. Russell A. Ward specialize in?
While Dr. Russell A. Ward is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Russell A. Ward participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Russell A. Ward has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma. You can view a list of Dr. Russell 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. Russell A. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell A. Ward accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-724-2663 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
- Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition SyndromeDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Camurati-Engelmann DiseaseDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Camurati-Engelmann Disease.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Acute PainDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Arthrogryposis Multiplex CongenitaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- ChondroblastomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Chondroblastoma.
- ChondromaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Chondroma.