Overview
No two patients are alike. The goal is to provide excellent results with fast recovery, long term durability, and most importantly, improvement in quality of life. Although I am a strong advocate and proponent of minimally invasive endovascular surgery, it is my duty to consider and assess all aspects of the patient in deciding the best surgical approach.
Dr. Pontikis is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Pontikis has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George Pontikis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George Pontikis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George Pontikis by calling their office at 630-545-7565. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George Pontikis a top-rated expert for Gangrene?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George Pontikis is classified as an Advanced expert for Gangrene, 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. George Pontikis specialize in?
While Dr. George Pontikis is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, and Carotid Artery Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. George Pontikis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George Pontikis has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gangrene. You can view a list of Dr. George Pontikis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George Pontikis accept my insurance?
Dr. George Pontikis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 630-545-7565 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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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- Arterial EmbolismDr. Pontikis isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Pontikis isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- GangreneDr. Pontikis isAdvanced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Pontikis isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Pontikis isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Aortic DissectionDr. Pontikis isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Pontikis isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Pontikis isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- CellulitisDr. Pontikis isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Pontikis isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.