Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola
Expertise in
14
conditions

Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola

Vascular Surgery
UT Southwestern Frisco - Surgical Specialties
12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, 
Frisco, TX 
Accepting New Patients
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Expertise in
14
conditions
UT Southwestern Frisco - Surgical Specialties
12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, 
Frisco, TX 

Overview

Gerardo Gonzalez-Guardiola, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in vascular surgery, with a focus on complex aortic surgery, aortic graft infection, cerebrovascular revascularization, and limb salvage.Dr. Gonzalez-Guardiola earned his medical degree at the Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Puerto Rico. He completed a residency in general surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and received advanced training in vascular and endovascular surgery through a fellowship at UT Southwestern.He joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2021.Dr. Gonzalez-Guardiola is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the Society for Vascular Surgery. In addition, he serves on the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) Initiative for Decreasing Pneumonia and Ventilator Over 48 Hours Task Force.He has published several academic articles and delivered numerous lectures and presentations.In 2020 and 2021, he received UT Southwestern’s Pharos Excellence in Surgical and Mentorship Award.

Dr. Gonzalez-Guardiola is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Gonzalez-Guardiola is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Vascular Surgery

Fellowships

UT Southwestern Medical Center - Surgery (2021)

Hospital Affiliations

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
Texas Health Hospital Frisco
UT Of Texas Southwestern University Hospital - William P. Clements Jr.
Texas Health Dallas
Texas Health Frisco

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
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Cigna
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
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Medicaid
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UT Southwestern Frisco - Surgical Specialties
12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, Frisco, TX 75033
Other Locations
UT Southwestern - Vascular Surgery
8230 Walnut Hill Ln, Ste 204, Dallas, TX 75231

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.

12 Total Publications

Analysis of radiation exposure learning curves for vascular surgery trainees during fluoroscopically guided interventions: Presented at the Forty-ninth Annual Meeting for the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery, Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, January 22-25, 2025.
Analysis of radiation exposure learning curves for vascular surgery trainees during fluoroscopically guided interventions: Presented at the Forty-ninth Annual Meeting for the Southern Association for Vascular Surgery, Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, January 22-25, 2025.
Journal: European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
Published: February 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola by calling their office at 469-604-9150. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola 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. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola is classified as an Advanced 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. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola specialize in?

While Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Peripheral Artery Disease, and Arterial Insufficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.

Does Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS). You can view a list of Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola accept my insurance?

Dr. Gerardo J. Gonzalez-Guardiola accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Baylor Scott & White Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-604-9150 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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