
Overview
Dr. Charles M. Eichler is a specialist in both traditional and endovascular surgery. He has devoted his career to performing complex operations involving all aspects of arterial circulation, including surgery of the aorta, carotid arteries and lower extremities. He has extensive experience in lower extremity reconstruction for both claudication (impaired gait from obstructed arteries) and limb-threatening ischemia (limited blood flow). He is recognized as an expert in hemodialysis access surgery, a minimally invasive procedure to create a passageway that will facilitate dialysis treatments. Eichler earned his medical degree from St. Louis University in 1978. He completed his residency in general surgery at UCSF, followed by a fellowship in peripheral vascular surgery. He also completed a fellowship in endovascular surgery at Texas Tech University.
Dr. Eichler is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Osteotomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite 501, San Francisco, CA 94143
400 Parnassus Ave., Room A-501, San Francisco, CA 94143
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite 501, San Francisco, CA 94143
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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Center For Aortic Disease
Dr. Michael S. Conte is a vascular surgeon who specializes in diseases of the aorta and its major branches, aneurysms, carotid artery disease and peripheral artery disease (PAD). He also treats diabetic vascular disease and performs complex revascularization (restoration of blood flow) to preserve limb function and prevent amputation. Conte is co-director of the UCSF Heart & Vascular Center and chief of the Division of Vascular & Endovascular Surgery. Conte led the largest multicenter clinical trial to date of leg bypass surgery in patients with severe PAD. He is studying angioplasty and bypass surgery failure, and how to identify patients at risk. Conte earned his medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed a surgical residency at Weill Cornell Medicine, followed by vascular surgery training in the John Homans fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Conte is a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery and Society of University Surgeons. In 2006, he received a distinguished achievement award from the New York Weill Cornell Medical Center Alumni Council. He serves on the editorial boards for several medical journals, including Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Vascular Medicine, Journal of Vascular Surgery and Vascular. Dr. Conte is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Gangrene, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.
Richard Hongo is a Cardiologist and a Vascular Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hongo is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Hongo is currently accepting new patients.
Center For Aortic Disease
Dr. Jade Hiramoto is a vascular surgeon specializing in thoracic and abdominal aortic dissections and aneurysms, peripheral vascular disease, and extracranial cerebrovascular occlusive disease. Her skills encompass all aspects of endovascular (less invasive) procedures in addition to complex, traditional vascular surgeries. Hiramoto's research focuses on outcomes for patients undergoing vascular surgery, specifically looking at risk factors and predictors for vascular disease. Hiramoto's extensive training at UCSF includes her medical degree, residency in surgery, fellowships in interventional radiology and vascular surgery, and certification through the Advanced Training in Clinical Research program. Dr. Hiramoto is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aneurysm Repair, and Leg or Foot Amputation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charles M. Eichler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charles M. Eichler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charles M. Eichler by calling their office at 415-353-1606. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charles M. Eichler a top-rated expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charles M. Eichler is classified as an Distinguished expert for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, 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 M. Eichler specialize in?
While Dr. Charles M. Eichler is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, and Peripheral Artery Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. Charles M. Eichler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Charles M. Eichler has published 30 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Charles M. Eichler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Charles M. Eichler accept my insurance?
Dr. Charles M. Eichler accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-1606 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Eichler isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Eichler isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Eichler isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Eichler isDistinguished. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- GangreneDr. Eichler isDistinguished. Learn about Gangrene.
- NecrosisDr. Eichler isDistinguished. Learn about Necrosis.
- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Eichler isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Eichler isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- CellulitisDr. Eichler isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Eichler isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Eichler isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Eichler isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Eichler isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Eichler isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Buerger DiseaseDr. Eichler isExperienced. Learn about Buerger Disease.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Eichler isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Eichler isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Chronic Antibody-Mediated RejectionDr. Eichler isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.



