Charles A. West
Expertise in
16
conditions
Expertise in
16
conditions
1325 Pennsylvania Ave, Ste 200, 
Fort Worth, TX 

Overview

Charles West, M.D., is a vascular surgeon with nearly two decades of medical experience. His work includes research in thoracic oncology, teaching and practicing vascular surgery. Dr. West currently serves as Associate Professor of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery – Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and as Professor of Surgery at the Burnett School of Medicine at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.While at Baylor College of Medicine, West was dedicated to providing a full spectrum of diagnostic evaluations and interventional treatments for problems with arterial and venous blood flow in the lower extremities, including problems with walking and wound healing related to reduced blood flow. He is skilled in the use of the latest operative and minimally invasive endovascular therapies, taking a conservative approach to treatment whenever possible.West is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Vascular Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. West earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University’s School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed a National Institute of Health research fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Mass. He received his general surgery training at the University of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham before completing a vascular surgery fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.West specializes in diseases of the aorta, aortic aneurysms and aortic graft infections, aortic reconstruction/repair, deep vein thrombosis and varicose vein treatments, endovascular procedures for aneurysms and occlusive diseases, carotid artery disease and peripheral artery disease. Additionally, he has a particular interest in the treatment of patients with thoracic outlet syndrome and celiac compression syndrome.

Dr. West is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Arterial Insufficiency, Brachial Plexopathy, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine (1996)

Residency

University of Alabama Medical Center-Surgery Program (2003)

Specialties

Vascular Surgery
General Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in LA

Fellowships

Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education (2004)

Hospital Affiliations

Texas Health Fort Worth
Texas Health Specialty Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Texas Health Vascular Surgical Specialists
1325 Pennsylvania Ave, Ste 200, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Other Locations
Texas Health Heart and Vascular Specialists
1400 Hospital Pkwy, Ste 100, Bedford, TX 76022

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Charles A. West a top-rated expert for Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charles A. West is classified as an Distinguished expert for Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Charles A. West specialize in?

While Dr. Charles A. West is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Arterial Insufficiency, and Brachial Plexopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.

Does Dr. Charles A. West participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Charles A. West has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS). You can view a list of Dr. Charles A. West's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Charles A. West accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-250-4235 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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