Abdulrahman Maher
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Mediclinic Airport Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Abdulrahman Maher
Dr. Abdulrahman Maher is a vascular and Endovascular surgeon practicing out of Perth, WA. Dr. Maher is a clinical lecturer at the school of medicine, University of Western Australia. Dr. Maher is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the greater Perth area, including Hollywood Private and St John of God hospitals. Dr. Maher received his medical degree in Egypt and did his research at Massachusetts General Hospital before commencing his vascular surgery training in Auckland and Sydney. Dr. Maher is an active fellow of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons.
Abdulrahman Mohamed Ahmed
Vascular Surgeon, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
Abdulrahman Mohamed Ahmed
Professor of vascular surgery at Ain Shams University, aims to offer outstanding and modern vascular surgery services, emphasizing preventive measures to minimize the need for surgical interventions and associated risks, particularly in diabetic foot and venous ulcers.
Ahmad Al Ameer
Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Jaber Al Ahmad Hospital, South Surra, Kuwait
Ahmad Al Ameer
Dr. Ahmad Ameer, a Consultant in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Kuwait Hospital, is dual board-certified in General and Vascular Surgery from McGill and Ottawa Universities. Dr. Ameer introduced hybrid interventions and complex aortic endovascular repairs in Kuwait, including the first aortic arch branched repair in the Middle East. Trained by Dr. Marco Manzi and Dr. Mariano Palena in Italy, Dr. Ameer specializes in complex peripheral and pedal interventions. Dr. Ameer also heads the Vascular Surgery Unit at Jaber Al Ahmad Hospital and the Vascular Surgery department at Kuwait Hospital.
Ahmed Abouelnaga Khallaf Nasr
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Saqr Hospital, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Ahmed Abouelnaga Khallaf Nasr
Aleksandra Jaworucka
General Surgeon, Center of Phlebology and Aesthetics Medicine, Center of Surgery and Obstetrics & Gynecology, Gorzów, Wielkopolski, Lubuskie, Poland
Aleksandra Jaworucka
I have been working at the Center of General and Vascular Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Center of Phlebology and Aesthetic Medicine in Gorzów Wlkp., Poland. I graduated the Medical University of Karol Marcinkowski in Pozna?, Poland in 2004, obtained the title of doctor of medical sciences in 2010, the title of specialist in gynecology and obstetrics in 2012 and the title of specialist in general surgery in 2017. I graduated the Postgraduate School of Aesthetic Medicine in Warsaw in 2019 and got the title of the aesthetic medicine doctor. I am the member of the Executive Commitee of the Polish Society of Phlebology and the member of many Scientific Societies in Poland and abroad. My main field of interest are pelvic venous disorders, superficial vein treatment and aestetic phlebology.
August Ysa
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Cruces University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
August Ysa
Dr Ysa has been a Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Consultant in Hospital de Cruces (Barakaldo. Spain) since 2003. His Department is a well known institution in the endovascular management of CLTI patients. He developed his Vascular Fellowship Programme in Hospital del Mar (Barcelona. Spain) and thereafter completed his training with short stages in Montefiore Hospital (F. Veith. NY. USA) and Houston Methodist Hospital (TX. USA). In 2006 he became Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery and in 2011 he joined St Mary´s Hospital (London. UK) as a Senior Specialist Registrar. For the last ten years his activity has been mainly focussed in the endovascular treatment of the lower limbs, being the co-director of the complex BTK/BTA revascularization Unit of his Department. He is also a reviewer of the Annals of Vascular Surgery and Journal of Endovascular Therapy since 2008 and 2019. His Unit has presented multiple communications in well-recognized international symposiums and has published many papers in first-line journals of his specialty. In 2020, his clip “ Proximal venous arterialization using conventional “off-the-shelf” devices” was awarded as the most innovative video of the European Society in Vascular Surgery Masterclass
Carlos Bechara
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, United States
Carlos Bechara
Carlos F. Bechara, MD, DFSVS, is a board-certified vascular surgeon at Rush. He earned his degree at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and completed his residency in general surgery at Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed his fellowship in vascular surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.
Chi Yung Wei
Clinical Professor of Medicine, Vascular Surgery, UC Davis Vascular Center, California, United States of America
Chi Yung Wei
Prof. Yung Wei Chi is an internationally recognized authority on venous and lymphatic disease, and is a Professor of Medicine at the University of California, Davis, Vascular Center. Prof Chi is widely published in the field of venous and lymphatic disease, and lectures globally. Prof Chi sits on the editorial board of Phlebology, Vascular Medicine, Veins and Lymphatic, the Chinese Medical Journal and is the Chinese Language Editor for International Angiology and the Associate Editor for Vascular Investigation and Therapy. As the Vice President of the Asian Pacific Angiology Academic Alliance, Prof. Chi currently holds a H-Index of 18. Prof. Chi’s recent research had been funded by the University of California Science and Innovation Grant as well as the American Vein and Lymphatic Society. Prof. Chi holds patents in various healthcare wearable device innovations.
Ciprian Sergiu
Vascular Surgeon, Victor Babe University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timișoara; 1st Surgical Clinic, "Pius Brînzeu" Emergency County Hospital, Timișoara, Romania
Ciprian Sergiu
Dr. Sergiu-Ciprian Matei is a vascular surgeon at the 1st Surgical Clinic of the “Pius Brînzeu” Emergency County Hospital and Assistant Lecturer at the “Victor Babe?” University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Timi?oara, Romania. He holds a PhD in Medicine (summa cum laude) and has authored multiple scientific papers and book chapters in the field of chronic venous disease and phlebology. His professional interests include minimally invasive surgery, venous pathophysiology, and vascular innovation. Dr. Matei also serves as Secretary General of the Romanian Society of Phlebology.
Clark Zeebregts
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Professor of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery (Division of Vascular Surgery), University Medical Center Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
Clark Zeebregts
Prof. Clark Zeebregts is a vascular surgeon and professor of vascular surgery since 2010. During the years Prof. Zeebregts is working at the University Medical Center Groningen in Groningen, The Netherlands, he was Vice Resident Program Director, (Co)Director Cardiovascular Imaging Group Groningen, and Head of the Division of Vascular Surgery (Department of Surgery). Prof. Zeebregts served as a Board member and Secretary of the Dutch Society for Vascular Surgery, and within European Society for Vascular and Endovascular Surgery (ESVS) and European Society for Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery (ESCVS) he held in several management and organizational positions. At the moment Prof. Zeebregts is the ESVS Councilor for the World Federation of Vascular Societies (WFVS) and Executive Committee Board member of the ESCVS. Prof. Zeebregts specialty interests include applied endovascular techniques (fenestrated/branched and thoracic stent grafting), carotid surgery (including initiator of carotid stenting program), vascular prosthetic graft infections, translational research after atherosclerotic plaque morphology, and new molecular imaging techniques. Prof. Zeebregts’ scientific output includes a number of Peer reviewed scientific articles (PubMed Hits 462, H-index 52) and he is being a promotor of 27 alumni PhD students so far.
Deena Al Qedra
Head of Department & Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Rashid Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Deena Al Qedra
Dr. Deena Al Qedrah , a distinguished consultant vascular surgeon, is a leader in the field of vascular surgery in Dubai, being the head of the vascular surgery unit at Dubai health; renowned for their expertise and commitment to advancing vascular care. With an illustrious career marked by exceptional surgical skills and a profound dedication to patient well-being, Dr. Al Qedra has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of vascular surgery. Serving as the President of the Emirates Vascular Surgery Society, Dr. Al Qedra have demonstrated outstanding leadership, fostering collaboration among professionals, and driving advancements in research and education. Dr. Al Qedra’s tireless efforts in enhancing the standards of vascular care reflect a profound commitment to improving patient outcomes as well as the broader field of vascular surgery.
Eslam Youssef
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Eslam Youssef
Gloria Salazar
Division Chief, Vascular & Interventional Radiology, UNC Department of Radiology, Chapel Hill, United States of America
Gloria Salazar
Dr Gloria Salazar is the Division Chief of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (VIR), Vice Chair of Diversity and Health Equity, and Associate Professor of Radiology at the University of North Carolina.
Houman Jalaei
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, University Hospital RWTH Aachen, Aachen, Germany
Houman Jalaei
Houman Jalaie led the establishment of a program for venous surgery and intervention which grew to be one of the largest in Europe. In July 2019, he was appointed as the Director of the European Venous Center. He is course director of the venous section of the European Vascular Course (EVC) in Maastricht. Additionally, in 2019, Dr. Jalaie was appointed as the Head of the Phlebology Commission of the German Society for Vascular & Endovascular Surgery. His special interests revolve around the treatment of DVT and PTS. Dr. Jalaie has been a principal or co-investigator in several clinical trials and studies involving interventional treatment of DVT and PTS. To date, he has authored or co-authored more than 100 different scientific publications, abstracts, and book chapters. His latest papers cover innovations in endovascular treatment of deep venous pathologies and its outcome. He has given over 400 guest lectures at national and international meetings.
Houssam Younes
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Houssam Younes
Dr. Houssam Younes, MD, is the Chairman of the Department of Vascular Surgery in the Heart & Vascular Institute at Cleveland Clinic in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Younes is also a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Younes worked as a vascular surgeon and an assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, USA. During his tenure, Dr. Younes treated a wide spectrum of complex vascular diseases, utilizing new minimally invasive endovascular surgery technologies including image-guided and catheter-based therapies, and traditional open surgery techniques. Dr. Younes also served as a teaching faculty at the medical school and the general and vascular surgery residency programs. Dr. Younes received his medical degree from Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty in Istanbul, Turkey. Dr. Younes then completed his surgical training at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. Younes later completed a Vascular Surgery fellowship at Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center. Dr. Younes’ clinical interest is in limb salvage therapies and hybrid procedures, which extend the range of vascular diseases treated and expand the patient population, which will benefit from minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Younes’ research interests include limb salvage, dialysis access and endovascular surgery outcomes. Dr. Younes has presented multiple national presentations and authored numerous published articles.
Ibrahim Riza
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Genesis Healthcare, Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, Kings College Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Ibrahim Riza
Dr. Ibrahim Riza is a highly-experienced consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon who completed his surgical and vascular surgical training in the UK, at centers of excellence such as the Royal Liverpool University and the South Manchester University hospitals. Prior to joining Mediclinic, Dr. Riza worked in UK’s NHS, where he was the clinical director of Vascular Services at the Pennine Acute Hospitals in Greater Manchester, in the tertiary vascular unit, where Dr. Riza led the development and merger of vascular services in Greater Manchester, including the commissioning of a state-of-the-art Hybrid OR. Dr. Riza’s main interest is in endovascular aortic and carotid interventions. Dr. Riza has excellent world-leading results in endovascular aortic aneurysm repair as published in the UK National Vascular Registry. Dr. Riza also carries out endo-venous (laser) and surgical treatment of varicose veins, AV fistulae for dialysis access, lower limb bypass and angioplasties for lower limb ischemia and claudication, Botox therapy for excessive axillary sweating, and treatment of deep venous obstruction (DVT), chronic venous insufficiency, lymphedema and leg swelling, diabetic foot and its complications, thoracic outlet obstruction syndrome, chronic non-healing leg ulcers, carotid aneurysms and visceral aneurysms, and AV malformations. Among other memberships, Dr. Riza is a member of the Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland, and British Society of Endovascular Therapy and is part of the European/Brazilian aortic experts’ group.
Khaled Abdel Aal
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Mediclinic Al Ain Hospital, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Khaled Abdel Aal
Dr. Khaled Abdel Aal is a French vascular and endovascular surgeon with 30 years of experience. Dr. Abdel Aal undertook his initial medical studies in Egypt before emigrating to France where he received his postgraduate training in Tours University Hospital. Dr. Abdel Aal has obtained several diplomas during his career, including Microsurgery, Open Complicated Techniques and Recent Endovascular Techniques. Dr. Abdel Aal has more than 20 years of experience in endovascular procedures and has practiced with the most famous French and European vascular surgeons in Paris. Dr. Abdel Aal has published more than 25 pieces of research published, and given more than 40 scientific international lectures. Dr. Abdel Aal also founded a state-of-the-art department of Vascular Surgery in the National Institute of Diabetes in Cairo, with application of the most recent endovascular techniques for diabetic patients.
Khubaib Mapara
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery, University of Arizona Tucson, Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Khubaib Mapara
Dr. Khubaib Mapara, MD, is a Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Mapara was a Staff Physician at Trinity Health of New England, Connecticut, and faculty member at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Mapara received his medical degree from Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan. Dr. Mapara then finished postdoctoral research training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, where he also finished his general surgical training. He then completed a Vascular Surgery Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Mapara is an accomplished Vascular Surgeon and during his tenure, has treated a broad variety of complex vascular pathology cases utilizing state-of-the-art minimally invasive, catheter-based techniques, as well as traditional open vascular surgical techniques. Dr. Mapara has a special interest in carotid arterial disease, aortic dissections and limb salvage. He was one of the first surgeons to perform Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) in the state of Connecticut. Currently, Dr. Mapara resides in Abu Dhabi with his wife and three children. He enjoys outdoor activities with his family, swimming, and cooking.
Makis Avgerinos
Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery; Co-Director, Clinic of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Athens Medical Center, University of Athens, Athens, Greece
Makis Avgerinos
Dr. Efthymios (Makis) Avgerinos is a Vascular Surgeon, Professor of Surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in USA. He was born in Athens, Greece in 1975. In 2001 he earned his medical degree from the University of Thessaly Medical School (Greece), and in 2006 his Ph.D. from the University of Athens. In 2011 he completed his residency in Vascular Surgery at the Department of Vascular Surgery of the University of Athens, Greece. During his residency years, he had short clinical fellowships in King's Hospital, London, UK and in Stadtische Kliniken, Frankfurt, Germany. Dr. Avgerinos got certified by the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS) in 2012. Since 2011 and up to 2021 he has been working in USA. In September 2020 he returned to Greece and he is currently co-Director of the Clinic of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Athens Medical Center and visiting Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Athens. Dr. Avgerinos has published more than 200 peer reviewed papers and chapters in vascular surgery and his work has been widely cited and recognized with international awards. He has served in the Executive Councils of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS), European Union of Medical Specialties (UEMS) and International Society for Vascular Surgery (ISVS).
Manar Trab
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, European Vascular Clinic DMCC, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Manar Trab
Dr. Manar Trab qualified as a doctor from Syria, and went on to specialize in General Surgery, and then further in Vascular Surgery, from Germany. Dr. Trab has worked in Germany at the Dreifaltigkeits Hospital in Lippstadt, and at Tawam Hospital, Al Ain and in the private sector in the UAE. Dr. Trab is highly qualified and experienced to conduct all kinds of vascular surgery procedures. Dr. Trab conducts complete vascular clinical examinations and screening programs. Dr. Trab provides modern treatment of varicose veins, including by radiofrequency ablation and sclerotherapy methods. Dr. Trab conducts diagnostic angiography of peripheral arteries, and also provides endovascular treatment including angiography, interventions such as PTA, stenting and endografts. Dr. Trab helps diabetic patients to manage foot care. Dr. Trab is also an expert at treatment for vascular injuries and limb salvage repair. Dr. Trab provides specialized treatment such as arterio-venous fistula for hemodialysis and vascular access for chemotherapy such as port and Hickman line. Dr. Trab performs vascular laboratory tests such as duplex and Doppler, and non-invasive vascular examination.
Marta Lobato
Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, Hospital Cruces. Barakaldo, Bilbao, Spain
Marta Lobato
Dr Lobato has been a Vascular and endovascular Surgery Consultant in Hospital Universitario de Cruces (Bilbao-Spain) since 2010. Her department is considered a first line Unit in the Endovascular management of CLTI (particularly in the BTK-BTA segments). She developed her Vascular Fellowship Programme in Hospital Universitario Doce de October (Madrid) and thereafter completed her training with short stages in Hospital du Nord St Etienne (France), Universitäs Spital Zurich. (Switzerland), St Franziskus Hospital Münster (Germany). For the last ten years her activity has been mainly focused on the endovascular treatment of the lower limb, routinely performing complex CTO revascularizations, including any sort of bidirectional access, transcollateral approaches, plantar loop or venous arterialization. She is also a reviewer of the Critical Limb ischaemia Journal, Journal of Endovascular Therapy and Annals of Vascular Surgery since 2024. Her Unit has presented multiple communications in well recognized international symposiums and has published many papers in first line journals of her speciality.
Martin Maresch
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Bahrain Defence Force Hospital, Manama, Bahrain
Martin Maresch
Dr. Martin Maresch is an enthusiastic Senior Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon in BDF Hospital, Bahrain. Dr. Maresch is also a Senior Lecturer in Faculty of Medicine, Royal College of Surgeon in Ireland, Bahrain. Dr. Maresch completed his graduation from Comenius University School of Medicine, Slovak Rep in 1996. Dr. Maresch was trained in the Institute of Cardio- Vascular Diseases in Bratislava, Slovak Republic. Dr . Maresch accomplished PhD in Vascular Surgery with thesis title: Proteolytic enzymes in Pathophysiology of Aortic Aneurysm. In his professional career, Dr. Maresch has extensively focused work on Diabetic foot and CLI revascularization endovascular, open and hybrid techniques and limb salvage as well as complex Aortic cases. Beside routine vascular trauma cases, aortic and carotid procedures, managing AV access for patients on chronic dialysis Dr. Maresch’s clinical interest is in particular focused on Venous disorders. After establishment of specialized Venous program managing acute DVT by medical treatment, catheter directed thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy as well as cases of Chronic DVT recanalization by endovascular and hybrid techniques. Dr Maresch is a Co-Director of National Aortic Repair Program in Bahrain, examiner of European Board in Vascular Surgery, Director of Middle East Venous Forum as well as International representative of American Venous Forum. Dr. Maresch is the author of multiple publications in international peer-reviewed journals, participant in several international trials and regular speaker on international cardio-vascular meetings.
Mekki Medani
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Mediclinic Middle East, Welcare, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Mekki Medani
Mr Mekki Medani was born in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. He entered RCSI in 2001 and qualified with an honours degree in 2006. To date he has had an illustrious undergraduate and postgraduate career and been awarded several medals including the RCSI McLean Gold Medal for Surgery, The Beaumont Hospital Desmond Lyons Memorial Medal for Proficiency in Surgery and the Beaumont Hospital Robert M'Donnell Surgical Medal. He entered Basic Surgical Training in 2007, completed an MD by thesis in 2011, and entered the higher Surgical training scheme in 2013. During training he completed the MRCS in 2009 and FRCSI in 2018. Mr Medani was attracted early on to the specialty of vascular surgery. The required combination of medical knowledge and technical skills, the diversity and acuity of interventions, and the variety of specialities collaborated with, made vascular surgery an easy career choice. During postgraduate and fellowship training he developed an interest in thoracic outlet syndrome. Thoracic outlet syndrome is a notoriously challenging syndrome with debilitating effects on a mainly young and otherwise healthy population of patients. Many Irish patients with this syndrome were previously referred abroad for definitive treatment. Recognising this deficit in the Irish health care setting, Mr Medani completed an international fellowship at University of Toronto. The focus of the fellowship was on this syndrome. During the fellowship he trained under Professor Mohammed Al Omran, one of the leading international figures in the management of thoracic outlet syndrome. Prior to commencement of his fellowship, Mr Medani successfully competed for a consultant vascular surgical position in the University of Limerick Hospital Group in 2019. Shortly after taking up the post he developed the first Irish service to focus on the management of thoracic outlet syndrome. He developed pathways for vascular laboratory-based and radiological assessment, intensive physiotherapy, pre-operative assessment, and post-operative care. The surgical management of thoracic outlet syndrome is an intricate surgery involving removal of the first rib and attached muscles. Next, adhesions to the surrounding subclavian artery and vein, and brachial plexus, are meticulously divided. All the while, the phrenic nerve, long thoracic nerve, and pleura of the lungs are carefully protected. The service developed by Mr Medani now provides a quaternary referral pathway for patients with thoracic outlet syndrome throughout Ireland. During his career to date Mr Medani has also pioneered the usage of intravascular ultrasound for peripheral arterial disease and novel atherectomy devices. A graduate and Fellow of RSCI, Mr Medani is a true shining light in Irish surgery. Within a short few years has already raised the bar in terms of new service development and delivery.
Mert Dumantepe
Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery, Florence Nightingale Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
Mert Dumantepe
Prof. Mert Dumantepe is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Acibadem University School of Medicine. Prof. Dumantepe completed his graduation from Istanbul University School of Medicine, Turkey in 2001. Prof. Dumantepe was trained in Dr. Siyami Ersek’s Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Research and Training Hospital. Prof. Dumantepe conducted a fellowship in the field of Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Endarterectomy program, and Heart Transplantation and Mechanical Asist Device program from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, USA in 2015 until 2016. Prof. Dumantepe is the general secretary of the Turkish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery - Pulmonary Vascular Disease and Pulmonary Hypertension working group. Throughout his professional career , Prof. Dumantepe has focused on extensive work with venous thromboembolic disease, particularly on catheter directed thrombolysis in intermediate and high-risk pulmonary embolism. Prof . Dumantepe's research interest is optimizing the therapeutic management of patients with massive pulmonary embolism and endovascular treatment of acute and chronic deep vein thrombosis. Prof. Dumantepe is the reviewer of the Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Chest, Heart-Lung and Circulation, BMJ, Phlebology, and the Lancet. Prof. Dumantepe is the author of over 50 publications in international peer-reviewed journals, and the section editor and writer of the deep vein thrombosis chapter of the Vascular Surgery textbooks. Prof. Dumantepe has been involved as Principal Investigator in multiple international, multicenter randomized trials in pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis, including PE-KNOCOUT Study, VETEX, SPECTRUM.
Mohamed Baguneid
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Mohamed Baguneid
With over 15 years of consultant-level experience treating vascular disease, Prof. Mohamed Baguneid specializes in aortic, carotid, and peripheral artery disease. Prof. Baguneid graduated from the University of Manchester and achieved his Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons. Prof. Baguneid’s novel research into tissue engineering of blood vessels between Manchester Royal Infirmary and Royal Free Hospital, London, earned him a Doctorate of Medicine (MD) from the University of Manchester. Prof. Baguneid also received a Master’s Degree with merit in Business Administration from the Alliance Manchester Business School. Since moving to the UAE, Prof. Baguneid has helped shape diabetic foot services and advanced vascular surgery in the region. Prof. Baguneid has published and presented widely on many aspects of vascular surgery including oncovascular surgery. Prof. Baguneid provides support to regional surgical oncology teams and has taught many consultants to perform a wide range of complex vascular treatments. In addition, Prof. Baguneid trains surgeons in the art of managing vascular trauma in international workshops and conferences. As a clinical leader, Prof. Baguneid has held many senior leadership roles in the UK and the UAE. Shortly after becoming a consultant, Prof. Baguneid was appointed Clinical Director of Vascular Surgery at University Teaching Hospital in Manchester and was involved in the reconfiguration of regional vascular services. Later on, Prof. Baguneid was appointed as Medical Director of a large service transformation program in the UK. Prof. Baguneid was the Chair of Surgery in Al Ain Hospital and also worked with the SEHA Transformation Team on region-wide healthcare changes before joining SSMC. Prof. Baguneid has published over 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals and is the editor of the Oxford Handbook of Key Clinical Evidence and the Oxford Handbook of Surgical Guidelines.
Mohamed Omar Elfarooq
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, GOTHI General Organization of Teaching Hospitals and Institutes, Cairo, Egypt
Mohamed Omar Elfarooq
Dr. Mohamed Omar Elfarooq is a consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon who specializes in advanced endovascular and open surgery for critical limb ischemia and diabetic atherosclerotic disease. Dr. Elfarooq also has extensive experience in complex endovascular surgery for aortic aneurysms and lower extremity occlusive disease, as well as hybrid surgical techniques for PVD, varicose veins, and dialysis access. Dr. Elfarooq earned his undergraduate degree at Ain Shams University 1983. Dr. Elfarooq completed his postgraduate vascular surgery training at west midland vascular rotation in UK and obtained fellowship of the Royal college of Surgeons of England 1994 and Royal college of Edinburgh same year. After completing his training, Dr. Elfarooq joined the General Organization of Teaching hospitals and Institutes in Cairo Egypt GOTHI. Dr. Elfarooq research interests include surgical education, simulation, course design, and milestone skill training. Dr. Elfarooq has written numerous research publications and given many presentations on his work. Dr. Elfarooq is also an Examiner of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Mohamed Raafat Okelah
Head of Vascular Surgery; Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Fakeeh University Hospital; Al Zahra Private Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Mohamed Raafat Okelah
Dr. Mohamed Raafat is a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon with more than 16 years of experience. Dr. Raafat completed his medical degree and MD in Ain Shams University, Egypt, and obtained two fellowships of Peripheral Endovascular Intervention and Brunkwal Cologne Aortic Grafting, Germany. Additionally, Dr. Raafat Okelah is the co-founder of the Emirates Vascular Surgery Society and was elected general secretary of the Emirates Vascular Surgery Society.
Mohammed Abuazab
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Emirates Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Mohammed Abuazab
My name is Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Mahmoud Abuazab, and I am currently working as a Consultant Vascular Surgeon at HMS Group in Dubai. I received my medical degree from the University of Hannover, Germany, in 2006. After completing my residency and specialist training in visceral and vascular surgery at the University Hospital Halle (Saale), I was awarded my specialization in visceral surgery in 2013 and in vascular surgery in 2016. In 2019, I became a certified Endovascular Surgeon through the German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine, and in 2023 I was recognized by the Dubai Health Authority as a Consultant in Vascular Surgery. Over the course of my career, I have held leadership positions in Germany, including Head of Vascular Surgery at Segeberger Kliniken and Regio Klinikum Elmshorn. My clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of vascular care, from minimally invasive endovascular procedures to complex open surgery. In addition to my clinical practice, I have published research in international journals and regularly participate in advanced training programs. Fluent in Arabic, German, and English, I am committed to improving vascular health and advancing high-quality patient care in the UAE and beyond.
Mostafa Elshal
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, National Institute of Diabetes, Cairo, Egypt
Mostafa Elshal
Dr. Mostafa Elshal is a highly experienced consultant in vascular surgery, having graduated from Cairo University in Egypt and pursued additional education at Kiel and Cologne Universities in Germany. With an impressive career spanning 18 years, Dr. Elshal has established himself as a leading authority in the field. Dr. Elshal’s primary areas of expertise and interest include the management of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), Diabetic foot conditions, and Varicose veins. Dr. Elshal's dedication to these specialties reflects his commitment to providing comprehensive and specialized care for patients facing complex vascular issues Notably, Dr. Elshal is highly skilled in Peripheral Endovascular intervention procedures, showcasing his proficiency in employing advanced techniques to address vascular disorders effectively. Dr. Elshal’s extensive experience and continuous pursuit of knowledge highlight his commitment to staying at the forefront of advancements in vascular surgery. Dr. Elshal's contributions to the field, coupled with his unwavering dedication to patient well-being, have solidified his reputation as a trusted consultant in vascular surgery. Dr. Elshal’s impact is not only evident in his successful practice but also in his ongoing efforts to advance the understanding and treatment of vascular conditions
Mostafa Soliman
Professor and Head of Vascular Surgery, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
Mostafa Soliman
Nashwan Alattab
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Al Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Nashwan Alattab
Consultant of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery /General surgery with over 20years of experience in the field of Vascular and general surgery ,12 years of experience in endovascular surgery. Extensive training in Multiple tertiary hospitals in yemen ,Saudia Arabia ,Europe results in excellent expertise in the field, excellent experience in Managment of trauma of abdomen ,thorax ,extremities including organs ,soft tissues and blood vessels in that areas (trauma surgeon) more than 500 cases ,Excellent experience in management of arterial, venous disorders ,management of carotid artery disease ,I have done more than 300 carotid endarterectomy and more than 80 carotid body tumor excision , also I have excellent experience in management of diabetic foot 500 cases ,limb ischemia (CLI cases)and dialysis access by open surgical approach or endovascular interventions (balloon angioplasty/stenting) treatment of central venous occlusion by angioplasty/stenting also treatment of DVT by thrombectomy and catheter directed thrombolysis & treatment of may Thurner syndrome by stenting also I do thoracic aortic aneurysms/transection repair by TEVAR also treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm repair by open surgical approach and EVAR in addition to varicose veins treatment by EVLT/Venaseal/sclerotherapy more than 1000 case ,Member of royal college of surgeon Ireland ,Arabic board of general surgery Ex head of vascular and endovascular surgery at king fahad medical city Riyadh Saudi Arabia, currently Consultant vascular and endovascular surgery at sheik tahnon medical city ,Alin /United Arab Emirates , FEIN ; fellowship of peripheral endovascular intervention Kiel university-Germany.
Omamah Almousa
Assistant Professor and Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Omamah Almousa
Dr. Omamah Almousa is a Saudi vascular surgeon with a Canadian board certification in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery. Dr. Almousa is currently working at King Saud University and affiliated hospitals in Saudi Arabia. Dr. Almousa did her Vascular residency training at McMaster University in Hamilton and a fellowship in advanced endovascular surgery at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada. Dr. Almousa did her master's degree in science of surgery and two fellowships in simulation, leadership and innovation at University of British Columbia in Canada. Dr. Almousa has a special interest with several projects and publications in artificial intelligence, simulation, surgical education and digital health. Dr. Almousa’s clinical work is focused on carotid disease, aortic pathologies and peripheral vascular disease.
Osama El-Sheikh
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, , Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
Osama El-Sheikh
Peron Gisele
Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, Hospital Regional de Sinop, , Brazil
Peron Gisele
Graduated in medicine since 2014 with residency in the areas of general, vascular and endovascular surgery. Enlisted in the Brazilian Army - Lieutenant, as a Combat Medic/ Health Care Specialist (2018). Today I dedicate myself to working in venous and lymphatic diseases. Using minimally invasive techniques ( transdermic laser, endolaser, sclerotherapy and foam), an approach with attention to aesthetic results and also in the care of chronic patients in the care of ulcers with complex dressings and compression therapy. Experience in ultrasound examinations in venous disease and lipedema. Carrying out research and service to the public health system in Mato Grosso with approximately 300 patients seen per month. Participation in world congresses (Brazil, Germany, Paraguay, Indonesia and Paris last 6 months). PRESENT POSITION -Organize and run the Vascular Surgery Service HRCOL - Hospital Regional de Colíder, MT, Brazil -Vascular surgeon - Division of Vascular Surgery Hospital Regional Sinop, MT, Brazil -Consultant vascular surgeon - Division of Vascular Surgery Hospital 2 Pinheiros, MT, Brazil -Dra Gisele Peron Clinic - Saúde Vascular, MT, Brazil -Member of the Brazilian Society of Vascular Surgery -Honorary member of the VWin Foundation
Prakash Madhwan
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
Prakash Madhwan
Dr. Prakash Madhavan graduated from the University of Madras in 1985. He completed his surgical training in the UK and Ireland becoming became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh and Glasgow in 1990. He was awarded the Inter-Collegiate fellowship in General Surgery in 1996.
Raashid Shahbazi
Head of Department, Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Saudi German Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Raashid Shahbazi
Dr. Raashid Shahbazi is a senior Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon. Dr. Shahbazi has trained in the UK and has a CCT UK and worked as a Consultant In Manchester, England. Prior to joining Saudi German Hospital, Dr. Shahbazi worked as Chief of Vascular Surgery for six years at Tawam Hospital Al Ain, UAE and also served as Chair of the Department of Surgery at Tawam Hospital. Dr Shahbazi is Associate Professor of Surgery at UAE University College of Medicine. Dr. Shahbazi has presented at and chaired at multiple national and international conferences throughout his career. Dr. Shahbazi is a member of multiple prestigious international vascular bodies including European Society of Vascular Surgery, Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland and British Association of Sclerotherapy. Dr. Shahbazi has completed his certification in Surgical Leadership from Harvard University USA.
Ravul Jindal
Director Vascular Surgery, Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Fortis Mohali, Punjab, India
Ravul Jindal
Dr. Ravul Jindal is presently working as a Director Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Fortis Hospital, Mohali. He is working in the field of surgery from last 25 years and is with Fortis since 18 years. His areas of expertise include peripheral arterial and venous interventions. Dr. Ravul Jindal completed his MBBS from Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sewagram and MS in General Surgery from PGIMER, Chandigarh. He acquired a Diplomat in National Board in General surgery from New Delhi. After completing his senior residency at PGIMER, Chandigarh, he went on to do his Fellowship in Vascular Surgery at St Mary’s Hospital, London, UK. He also completed his FRCS from Royal College of surgeons of Edinburgh. Dr. Jindal is actively involved in the National vascular bodies and is a Life member of Vascular Society of India, Past President of Venous Association of India (www.venous.in). He is also an Executive Member of International Compression Club (ICC), Vice President of L'Union Internationale de Phlebologie (UIP) and Secretary of Asian Venous Forum (AVF). He has vast experience in open and endovascular surgeries, with expertise in endovascular management of aortic aneurysms, revascularization in diabetic foot and varicose veins. His special interests are in the minimal invasive treatment of varicose veins. Dr. Jindal is involved in research, presentation of papers at National and International meets and has a number of publications to his credit. He has written more than 15 book chapters as the first author in International books in the field of vascular surgery and is credited with more than 50 publications in various International journals. He has co-authored book on Venous Disorder published by Springer in 2018.
Saher Arour
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, General Surgery Department at Medcare, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Saher Arour
Dr. Saher Arour is a highly experienced vascular surgeon specializing in both open and endovascular procedures. With extensive qualifications from Germany, he has worked at various hospitals, gaining expertise in advanced vascular and endovascular interventions. Dr. Arour holds an MD in General and Visceral Surgery and is certified as a Senior Consultant in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery in Germany. He has also been recognized as an Endovascular Surgeon and Specialist by the German Society for Vascular Surgery (DGG). Additionally, he is a certified Medical Wound Therapist by the German Society for Wound Healing (DGfW) and holds a Certificate in Heart Pacemaker, Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) from the German Society for Cardiology (DGK e.V)
Samer Koussayer
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon; Associate Professor, Rashid Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Samer Koussayer
Dr. Samer Koussayer currently is a consultant and the Program director of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery fellowship program at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center (Riyadh, KSA). Dr. Koussayer is also an associate Professor and teaching Faculty at the Al Faisal University, College of Medicine. Dr . Koussayer completed his residency in General Surgery at the Weill Cornell Medical College in New York, and in Vascular Surgery at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Koussayer also did specialized fellowship in Endovascular surgery with Dr Edward B. Diethrich at Arizona heart institute in Arizona. Dr . Koussayer is American board certified in vascular surgery since 2000 and has more than 23 years’ experience in all aspect of vascular and endovascular surgery. Dr. Koussayer is active in research and has many publications. Dr. koussayer has special interest in EVAR, TEVAR, and open and endovascular repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm. Dr . Koussayer is invited as speaker in many national and international vascular conferences in Australia, Asia, Europe, Africa and USA.
Sergio Gianesini
Professor of Vascular Surgery; International Union of Phlebology (UIP) president; Venous-Lymphatic World International Network (v-WIN) foundation president, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
Sergio Gianesini
Prof. Sergio Gianesini is a surgeon of the University of Ferrara, ITALY, where he holds an associate professorship in vascular surgery Italian habilitation. Prof. Gianesini is also adjunct associate professor at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, in Bethesda, USA. Prof. Gianesini is the president of the venous-lymphatics World International Network (vWIN) foundation ONLUS, International Union of Phlebology UIP vice-president, board of directors’ member of the American Vein Lymphatic Society. Prof. Gianesini has a PhD in Vascular System Molecular Patho-physiology. In addition, Prof. Gianesini is an Invited Professor and General Director for Non-invasive diagnostic course for UCES University in Argentina, and an instructor in Venous Hemodynamics. Prof. Gianesini is frequently requested to speak at international meetings on phlebology and lymphology. Active in several societies, Prof. Gianesini is the International Committee Chair for the American Vein & Lymphatic Society. Prof. Gianesini is a member of three operative committees of the American Venous Forum, and a member of the coordination committee on Lymphology for the Italian Society of Phlebology. Prof. is an honorary member of the Brazilian Society of Phlebology and of the Mexican Venous Forum. Prof. Gianesini has authored numerous scientific papers, and a number of books and guidelines on the venous and lymphatic topic. Prof. Gianesini is Editor in Chief of Vascular Insights Journal, associate Editor of International Angiology Journal and associate Editor of Phlebology Journal. Prof. Gianesini serves as Reviewer for several international scientific journals. Prof. Gianesini has won numerous international scientific awards in phlebo-lymphology. Prof. Gianesini’s clinical experience includes venous and endovenous procedures, lower limb ulceration, venous and lymphatic echo-color-Doppler scanning, and venous aesthetic procedures (laser & sclerotherapy). Prof. Gianesini created the HydroFE veno-lymphatic protocol, and initiated the Game Over to Leg Failure public venous awareness project.
Shahzad Sarosh Bulsara
Specialist Vascular Surgeon, NMC Hospitals, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Shahzad Sarosh Bulsara
Dr. Shahzad Sarosh Bulsara is a Peripheral Vascular Surgeon and an Endovascular Specialist with varied Surgical experience. His Surgical career and experience started after he completed MBBS degree in India in 2005. Post MBBS he pursued USMLE and obtained the ECFMG certification. In the US he gained General and Vascular Surgical experience for 2 years at SJMO Hospital, Pontiac, Michigan. His interest for Vascular Surgery developed in the USA where he was involved in performing vascular access procedures, Vascular bypasses and Endovascular treatment of Aortic Aneurysms. He returned to India and obtained the Diplomat of National Board (DNB) degrees in General Surgery and Peripheral Vascular Surgery. He obtained core Vascular training at Medanta - The Medicity Hospital, Gurgaon, New Delhi Capital Region; one of the best and most advanced hospitals of India. He obtained a Fellowship in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery from Salzburg, Austria. He then worked as a Consultant in Nashik, India for 3 years before coming to Dubai. For last 2 years he is working as a Specialist Vascular Surgeon at NMC Hospitals, Dubai. He is academically driven with publications and has obtained Research experience in Mumbai, India and Michigan State University, USA. He has also obtained the Fellowship of American College of Surgeon (FACS) and he is an esteemed member of the Emirates Vascular Surgery Society.
Sharath Paravastu
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Sharath Paravastu
Dr. Sharath Chandra Paravastu Trained as Vascular Surgeon in the UK and undertook an Endovascular Fellowship in Sydney, Australia. Treats a wide range of Vascular conditions including: - Carotid disease - Claudication - Diabetic Foot problems - Varicose Veins - Vascular access surgery (fistula formation) - Abdominal aortic aneurysms Specialises in Minimally invasive (key hole) treatment of varicose veins (LASER, RFA and foam sclerotherapy) Has special interest in Endovascular (key hole) management of vascular disease and treating aneurysms.
Sherif Essameldin
Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
Sherif Essameldin
Professor Sherif Essam, graduated from Faculty of medicine, Ain Shams University in 1995. He obtained his Masters degree in general surgery in 1999, FRCSI (Fellowship of the royal college of surgeons in Ireland) in 2002, MD degree in 2004. Worked as a senior vascular registrar at University Hospital Galway, Ireland 2004-2006. Worked at the Vascular surgery department, Ain Shams University as a lecturer and as Assistant professor between 2007-2017. From 2017 to present, working as a Full professor of Vascular Surgery at Ain Shams University.
Soroush Sohrabi
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Liv Hospital, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Soroush Sohrabi
Dr. Soroush Sohrabi is a UK-trained Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon who completed his vascular and general surgery training in England, earning Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) and the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in 2016. He then undertook advanced vascular and endovascular fellowships in the USA and Australia, gaining expertise in complex open, endovascular, and hybrid vascular procedures. Following his fellowships, Dr. Sohrabi was appointed Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon in Wales (UK), where he also served as Clinical Director of Vascular Surgery Services. Alongside his clinical career, he earned a PhD from the University of Sunderland, for which he was awarded the prestigious Medawar Medal in the UK. His academic contributions include serving as an NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer in vascular surgery at the University of Leeds. Since 2024, Dr. Sohrabi has been practising in Dubai.
Sulaiman Al Shamsi
Chief of Vascular Department, Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Sulaiman Al Shamsi
Dr. Sulaiman Al Shamsi earned his medical degree (MD) from Sultan Qaboos University and awarded a membership with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCS Ed). He advanced his vascular training by completing an Advanced Fellowship in Surgery (AFS) at Poitiers University and the Diplôme d’Études Complémentaires Spécialisées (DECS) in Vascular Surgery at Limoges University, and the Diplome Universitaire in aorta surgery, Lile university, France. He had extensive experience in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and currently serves as the Associate Program Director of General Surgery. He has completed several courses in healthcare leadership and is the Chief of the Vascular Department and a Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon at Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates.
Tania Guzman
Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Tania Guzman
I am a European Board-certified Vascular Surgeon with over 12 years of experience practicing in Europe before relocating to the Middle East over eight years ago. In Saudi Arabia, at King Saud Medical City (KSMC), I spearheaded the development and implementation of endovascular and hybrid treatments for Aortic Diseases, Critical Limb Ischemia, and Vascular Trauma. Additionally, I proudly served as the Program Training Director of the Vascular Surgery Fellowship for more than two years, shaping the next generation of vascular surgeons. In 2023, I embraced a new challenge at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) - Mayo Clinic, driven by the goal to establish a Centre of Excellence in Vascular Surgery within the UAE. My primary clinical interests lie in the management of Aortic Diseases and the minimally invasive treatment of arterial diseases, utilizing the latest advancements in endovascular techniques.
Wissam Aljundi
Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, United Kingdom
Wissam Aljundi
Dr. Wissam Al-Jundi is a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon and Honorary Senior Lecturer at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and the University of East Anglia in the UK. Dr. Al-Jundi has a busy NHS practice with special interest in complex aortic aneurysms. Dr. Al-Jundi has performed more than 500 aortic aneurysm repairs including more than 100 fenestrated and branched complex endovascular procedures. Dr. Al-Jundi acted as site Principal Investigator for multiple trials, published more than 50 articles and recently co-authored two of the bestselling books in postgraduate basic surgical training. Dr. Al-Jundi’s other achievements include level 4 Clinical Excellence Award and working as a Deputy Medical Director in private sector, leading UK Veincentre with the management team to expand and become the largest provider of venous services in Europe.
Xavier Berard
Professory of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Hospital Pellegrin, Bordeaux, France
Xavier Berard
Dr. Xavier Berard is a French vascular surgeon, consultant in the department of Vascular Surgery in Bordeaux University Hospital since 2010, and has been a full Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Bordeaux since 2016. He obtained his medical degree at Bordeaux University in 1999 and then undertook his internship between 1999 and 2005 and my fellowship between 2005 and 2009 in the Vascular Surgery Department of Bordeaux University Hospital. In the following four years, he completed a Ph.D. thesis in vascular biomaterials and in 2010 worked as a research fellow at Lausanne University Hospital, Switzerland. He has been board certified by the French College of Vascular and Endovascular Surgeons since 2008 and from the European Society for Vascular and Endovascular Surgery (FEBVS exam) since 2010. He has been an examiner of the FEBVS exam since 2014, and a reviewer of the European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery since 2016. He is also a member of the ESVS Guidelines writing group for vascular graft infection and AAA. He has participated in 76 publications indexed in PubMed. He is currently working with Professor Eric Ducasse, head of our vascular surgery department and aortic center, on the management of complex endovascular procedures. His personal surgical interest is open surgery of (thoracic)abdominal aneurysms, redo aortic surgery, infections in vascular surgery, EVAR explantation, and biomaterials