Overview
Walter Wakwe is a Thoracic Surgeon in Scottsdale, Arizona. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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10210 N 92nd St Ste 300, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Walter Wakwe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Wakwe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Walter Wakwe by calling their office at 480-882-7750. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Walter Wakwe a top-rated expert for Esophageal Perforation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Walter Wakwe is classified as an Experienced expert for Esophageal Perforation, 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. Walter Wakwe specialize in?
While Dr. Walter Wakwe is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Esophageal Perforation, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Lung Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Walter Wakwe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Walter Wakwe has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Esophageal Perforation. You can view a list of Dr. Walter Wakwe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Walter Wakwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Walter Wakwe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 480-882-7750 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.
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Collapsed LungDr. Wakwe isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Wakwe isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Wakwe isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Wakwe isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Wakwe isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.