Overview
Val Sheffield is a Medical Genetics provider in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Sheffield is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, Polydactyly, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation. Dr. Sheffield is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 100 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Val C. Sheffield
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Val C. Sheffield?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Val C. Sheffield by calling their office at 515-457-2960. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Val C. Sheffield a top-rated expert for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Val C. Sheffield is classified as an Elite expert for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, 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. Val C. Sheffield specialize in?
While Dr. Val C. Sheffield is a Medical Genetics, they have specific expertise in Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, Polydactyly, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Medical Genetics.
Does Dr. Val C. Sheffield participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Val C. Sheffield has published 100 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bardet-Biedl Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Val C. Sheffield's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Val C. Sheffield accept my insurance?
Dr. Val C. Sheffield accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-457-2960 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Bardet-Biedl SyndromeDr. Sheffield isElite. Learn about Bardet-Biedl Syndrome.
- PolydactylyDr. Sheffield isElite. Learn about Polydactyly.
- Distinguished
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Sheffield isDistinguished. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Advanced
- Brittle Cornea SyndromeDr. Sheffield isAdvanced. Learn about Brittle Cornea Syndrome.
- Mckusick-Kaufman SyndromeDr. Sheffield isAdvanced. Learn about Mckusick-Kaufman Syndrome.
- Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation
- Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS)Dr. Sheffield isAdvanced. Learn about Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS).
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Sheffield isAdvanced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).
- Experienced
- Congenital Fiber-Type DisproportionDr. Sheffield isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Fiber-Type Disproportion.
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)Dr. Sheffield isExperienced. Learn about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
- Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS)
- Tubular Aggregate MyopathyDr. Sheffield isExperienced. Learn about Tubular Aggregate Myopathy.
- X-Linked Myotubular MyopathyDr. Sheffield isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy.