The third annual University of Florida International Aortic Symposium, held Dec. 4-6 at the Signia by Hilton in Orlando, explored the latest advancements and techniques in aortic surgery, endovascular surgery and vascular surgery. Participants had the opportunity to deepen their expertise across nine focused sessions that…
UF&Shands is one of the nation’s premier destinations for endovascular treatment of aortic aneurysms and dissections. Endovascular repairs are minimally invasive and do not require the large incisions necessary for open surgery. “Most of our procedures are performed through small incisions — about one centimeter — in…
When Frank Andrews learned he had a massive aneurysm in his lower abdomen in 2003, he called his son, a physician living in California and a graduate of University of Florida’s College of Medicine. His son, Robert J. Andrews, M.D., recommended Mr. Andrews travel from his hometown…
