Overview
Eric Scott is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon who has worked at The Iowa Clinic since 2008. He specializes in the treatment of carotid, aortic, and peripheral arterial disease as well as common venous disorders. He is actively involved in numerous clinical trials of new endovascular therapies, has published 15 articles, and given more than 100 presentations on the treatment of vascular disease around the world. At The Iowa Clinic, he serves as Medical Director of Non-Invasive Vascular Testing and the Outpatient Endovascular Center, and at Unity Point Des Moines, chairs the Endovascular Care Committee.
Dr. Scott is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles and participating in 5 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans
- Wellmark
- Medica
- Humana
Locations
1222 Pleasant Street, Suite 221, Des Moines, IA 49313
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.
5 Clinical Trials
MercyOne - Iowa Heart Center
David Chew is a Vascular Surgeon in Ames, Iowa. Dr. Chew is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.
Douglas Massop is a Vascular Surgeon in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Massop is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Stent Placement, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Massop is currently accepting new patients.
The Iowa Clinic
Dr. Nicholas Southard became a vascular surgeon because he wanted to make a dramatic impact on patients by preventing strokes, limb loss and aneurysm ruptures. He joined The Iowa Clinic in 2013, directly out of training, due to The Clinic's reputation as a well-respected diverse group of providers who offer high-quality care to the community. He was also drawn to the Vascular Surgery Department's long-standing history of providing cutting edge treatment to vascular patients. Dr. Southard is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
- Arterial Embolism
- Arterial Insufficiency
- Carotid Artery Disease
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Advanced
- Carotid Artery Surgery
- Gangrene
- Mesenteric Artery Ischemia
- Peptic Ulcer
- Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers
- Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS)
- Experienced
- Angioplasty
- Aortic Dissection
- Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome
- Cellulitis
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta
- Deep Vein Thrombosis