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 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.
Dr. Ward is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.
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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
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Locations
2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
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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 Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal?
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 Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, 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 Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
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.
- 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.
- RhabdomyosarcomaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Ward isDistinguished. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Advanced
- Bone TumorDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Camurati-Engelmann DiseaseDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Camurati-Engelmann Disease.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- LiposarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- MesenchymomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Ribbing DiseaseDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Ribbing Disease.
- Synovial SarcomaDr. Ward isAdvanced. Learn about Synovial Sarcoma.
- 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.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- Congenital Generalized FibromatosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Familial Multiple LipomatosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Familial Multiple Lipomatosis.
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- Ganglion CystDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Infantile MyofibromatosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Myofibromatosis.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- Maffucci SyndromeDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Maffucci Syndrome.
- MetachondromatosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Metachondromatosis.
- Ollier DiseaseDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Ollier Disease.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- OsteochondromaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondroma.
- OsteonecrosisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Osteonecrosis.
- OsteosarcomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Osteosarcoma.
- Phantom Limb PainDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Phantom Limb Pain.
- Pigmented Villonodular SynovitisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Syndactyly Cenani Lenz TypeDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Syndactyly Cenani Lenz Type.
- TendinitisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Ward isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.