Timothy A.M. Chuter, DM, Presented SVS Medal for Innovation in Vascular Surgery
www.vascularweb.org - Jul 15, 2008
"Dr. Timothy A.M. Chuter was presented the Society for Vascular Surgery Medal for Innovation in Vascular Surgery at the 62nd Annual Meeting of the Society for Vascular Surgery on June 6, 2008. Dr. Chuter has been a leading developer of the technology utilized in endovascular treatment of vascular disease for over 20 years. The medal recognizes individuals whose contribution has had a transforming impact on the practice or science of vascular surgery."
Michael Conte, M.D. Appointed Chief of Division of Vascular Surgery
UCSF Department of Surgery - May 15, 2008
The Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Conte, M.D. as Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery. Dr. Conte will be joining the Department of Surgery this fall. Currently on the faculty at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Dr. Conte's clinical and research expertise encompasses carotid artery disease, diabetic vascular disease, disease of the aorta/visceral vessels, and peripheral vascular disease. Dr. Conte will also play a prominent role in the evolution of the Pacific Vascular Research Laboratory and in the Heart and Vascular Center at the UCSF Medical Center.
Endoprosthesis to Treat Aneurysmsins
Internet TV Network (ITV) - Jul 12, 2007
UCSF Vascular Surgeon Darren Schneider was recently featured on the show "Healthy Mind - Healthy Body" on ITV (Information Television Networks). The program explored the relationship between thoracic aneurysms in the chest area, and aortic aneurysms near the abdomen.
UCSF vascular surgeons develop new technique to repair aortic arch aneurysm
USCF News Office - May 16, 2003
A novel treatment developed by UCSF vascular surgeons has been used in a first-of-its-kind operation to repair a life-threatening aneurysm in the patient's aortic arch, which carries blood from the heart.
