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Michael S. Conte, MD
Professor & Chief, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
Interim Chief, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Edwin J. Wylie, M.D. Chair in Vascular Surgery
Co-Director, UCSF Heart and Vascular Center
Co-Director, UCSF Center for Limb Preservation
Director, Vascular Surgery Fellowship & Integrated Residency Programs
The Division of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery provides compassionate, state-of-the-art care for patients across the full range of vascular disorders including Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), aneurysms, carotid artery disease, hemodialysis access and venous disease. The program also treats less-common disorders including complex thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms (involving the upper abdomen and chest) arterial graft infections, arterial blockage to the kidneys or intestines, and thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS).
Division faculty have achieved national and international recognition as leaders in clinical innovation, surgical education, and research. The program is closely integrated with several specialized centers including the UCSF Heart & Vascular Center, a multidisciplinary team of vascular surgeons and cardiovascular specialists.
UCSF vascular surgeons have over 70 years of experience in complex abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, having pioneered many of the endovascular procedures for treating aneurysms in use today.
UCSF Medical Center earned a High Performing Rating – the highest rating possible – for abdominal aortic aneurysm repair for multiple years in a row in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals survey which evaluated data from more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide.
The UCSF Center for Limb Preservation & Diabetic Foot Center, led by vascular surgeon Michael S. Conte, M.D. and podiatric surgeon Alexander M. Reyzelman, D.P.M., the first of its kind in the Bay Area, pools the expertise of vascular surgeons, podiatrists, reconstructive microsurgeons, and other specialists to provide integrated, multidisciplinary, care for patients at high risk of foot and leg amputation, particularly diabetic patients.
The Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Program at UCSF is a leader in the development of device technology for aneurysms, as well as novel biologic therapies to improve the outcomes of bypass surgery, promote new blood vessel growth, and ameliorate the progression of PAD.
The program offers patients a broad portfolio of clinical trials and conducts bench-bedside research in its vascular surgery labs. Clinical trials are supported by a dedicated team of principal investigators and trial coordinators.
Education and Training
The UCSF Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Surgery is committed to training the next generation of Vascular Surgery leaders. Our division proudly sponsors the Vascular Surgery Fellowship Program, Vascular Surgery Integrated Residency Program, and Limb Preservation Fellowship Program. Through our commitment to research, innovation, and collaboration, we strive to improve the lives of humanity and create a better world for all.
Our mission is to develop the next generation of leaders in academic surgery.
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