
Overview
Tara Graff, DO, specializes in Hematology/Oncology at Mission Blood + Cancer in Des Moines, Iowa.Medical interests:Dr. Graff has led several clinical research projects and has published many original oncology and hematology articles.Certifications: Internal Medicine; Medical OncologyMedical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, FL Residency:Medical College of Wisconsin; Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital Fellowship: Medical College of Wisconsin; Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital.
Dr. Graff is highly rated in 100 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Plasmacytoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Graff is currently accepting new patients.
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411 Laurel St., Suite A300, Des Moines, IA 50314
One St. Joseph's Drive, Centerville, IA 52544
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Dr. Graff has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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Mission Blood + Cancer
Robert Beherns, MD is a medical oncology and hematology physician with Mission Cancer + Blood. Dr. Behrens received a Bachelor of Science degree with distinction in Chemistry from Iowa State University. His medical degree was awarded by the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University / Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Behrens completed a fellowship at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Bethesda, Maryland. He specialized in immuno-therapy of cancer and was protocol chairman of a national breast cancer vaccine trial. Dr. Behrens has been extensively involved in colon, pancreas, and ovarian vaccine trials. Dr. Behrens is highly rated in 98 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Behrens is currently accepting new patients.
Mission Blood + Cancer
Dr. Thomas Buroker completed his undergraduate work at The University of Iowa where he graduated in 1964. He went on to graduate from the College of Osteopathy Medical and Surgery (now the Des Moines University). Dr. Buroker completed a residency at the Grace Hospital in Detroit. He completed a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Wayne State University Medical School in Detroit. Dr. Buroker is highly rated in 107 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Buroker is currently accepting new patients.
University Of Iowa Health Care
Dr. Schultheis graduated from Loras College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology research and a minor in Biochemistry. He went to American University of the Caribbean Medical School, followed by an Internal Medicine residency at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa, Oklahoma and a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO. Dr. Schultheis is highly rated in 78 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Schultheis is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tara Graff
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Graff?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tara Graff by calling their office at 515-247-3970. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tara Graff a top-rated expert for B-Cell Lymphoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tara Graff is classified as an Distinguished expert for B-Cell Lymphoma, 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. Tara Graff specialize in?
While Dr. Tara Graff is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in B-Cell Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Plasmacytoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. Tara Graff participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tara Graff has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like B-Cell Lymphoma. You can view a list of Dr. Tara Graff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tara Graff accept my insurance?
Dr. Tara Graff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-247-3970 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AgranulocytosisDr. Graff isDistinguished. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Graff isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Graff isDistinguished. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Graff isDistinguished. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Graff isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Graff isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
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- Acute Eosinophilic PneumoniaDr. Graff isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Eosinophilic Pneumonia.
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia with Maturation
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)Dr. Graff isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Graff isAdvanced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Graff isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
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- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL)Dr. Graff isExperienced. Learn about Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL).
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)Dr. Graff isExperienced. Learn about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
- Acute Monoblastic Leukemia (AmoL)Dr. Graff isExperienced. Learn about Acute Monoblastic Leukemia (AmoL).
- Acute Myelomonocytic LeukemiaDr. Graff isExperienced. Learn about Acute Myelomonocytic Leukemia.
- Acute Promyelocytic LeukemiaDr. Graff isExperienced. Learn about Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.


