Dr. Sarah Ongstad M.D.
Vascular Surgeon | Vascular Surgery
1415 Woodland Ave Suite 140 Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Sarah Ongstad is a vascular surgeon practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Ongstad specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Ongstad diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.
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