Overview
Dr. Ryan Walk is board certified in pediatric and general surgery. He supports BayCare Medical Group in Tampa, Florida where he sees patients from birth to 18 years old. Dr. Walk completed an undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He continued his medical education by completing a general surgery residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. He then completed a pediatric surgery fellowship from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.', 'A veteran of the United States Army, Dr. Walk has contributed numerous articles to peer-reviewed publications and held several academic positions. Dr. Walk is a member of the American Pediatric Surgical Association, the American College of Surgeons, the Children’s Oncology Group, the Excelsior Surgical Society, the Pediatric Trauma Society and the International Pediatric Endosurgery Group. He is affiliated with St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.', 'Dr. Walk strives to provide impeccable care for the full breadth of pediatric surgical issues.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum.
Dr. Walk is board certified in AB Surgery (Pediatric Surgery) and AB Surgery - Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd SJCH 1st, Floor Mail Stop 2845, Tampa, FL 33607
6901 Simmons Loop # 208, Riverview, FL 33578
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ryan M. Walk
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ryan M. Walk?
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Is Dr. Ryan M. Walk a top-rated expert for Pectus Excavatum?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ryan M. Walk is classified as an Experienced expert for Pectus Excavatum, 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. Ryan M. Walk specialize in?
While Dr. Ryan M. Walk is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pectus Excavatum. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.
Does Dr. Ryan M. Walk participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ryan M. Walk has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pectus Excavatum. You can view a list of Dr. Ryan M. Walk's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ryan M. Walk accept my insurance?
Dr. Ryan M. Walk accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AvMed. We recommend calling the office directly at 813-554-8384 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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