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Summary
Dr. Michael Aref specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in hospice and palliative medicine as well as pain medicine. They provide comprehensive care for patients facing serious illnesses, focusing on comfort and quality of life management. Dr. Aref speaks English and brings specialized expertise to help patients and families navigate complex medical situations.
Dr. Aref practices at Indiana University Health Hospital and provides care at locations throughout Indianapolis, Indiana. They have particular experience treating cancer pain, colon cancer, and colorectal cancer. Their practice includes performing drug screenings for benzodiazepines, cannabinoids, and cocaine as part of comprehensive pain management protocols.
Dr. Aref practices at Indiana University Health Hospital and provides care at locations throughout Indianapolis, Indiana. They have particular experience treating cancer pain, colon cancer, and colorectal cancer. Their practice includes performing drug screenings for benzodiazepines, cannabinoids, and cocaine as part of comprehensive pain management protocols.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 8 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
Office Locations
Dr. Michael Aref has 2 locationsIU Health Physicians Palliative Care
1633 N Capitol Ave Ste 301Indianapolis, IN 46202 Tel: (317) 962-3400
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 13 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Indianapolis , IN | Indianapolis , IN | Lyons , CO | Du Bois , PA |
| Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Aref
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Aref has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Aref has the following 2 areas of expertise
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- Dr. Michael Aref speaks English.
- Where is Dr. Michael Aref's office located?
- Dr. Michael Aref's office is located at 1633 N Capitol Ave Ste 301, Indianapolis, IN, 46202.
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