Overview
Gerald Fortuna is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina.
Dr. Fortuna is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Fortuna is currently accepting new patients.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 400, West Columbia, SC 29169
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.
Lexington Health Inc
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Viphealth LLC
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna by calling their office at 803-936-7095. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna a top-rated expert for Carotid Artery Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna is classified as an Distinguished expert for Carotid Artery Disease, 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. Gerald R. Fortuna specialize in?
While Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Arterial Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carotid Artery Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerald R. Fortuna accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 803-936-7095 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Fortuna isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Fortuna isDistinguished. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Advanced
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- GangreneDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Fortuna isAdvanced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- CellulitisDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- GastrostomyDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.
- LymphedemaDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Lymphedema.
- May Thurner SyndromeDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about May Thurner Syndrome.
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)Dr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS).
- Meige DiseaseDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Meige Disease.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Primary Intestinal LymphangiectasiaDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS)
- SVC ObstructionDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about SVC Obstruction.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Fortuna isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
