Michael Anthony Vasquez, MD FACS

The Venous Institute of Buffalo is devoted to promoting vein health. Dr. Michael Vasquez is nationally and internationally recognized for his expertise, teaching and research in outcomes following treatment of venous reflux disease. Recently selected as a Distinguished Fellow of the American Venous Forum for “remarkable achievements in the field of venous medicine” Dr. Michael Vasquez remains committed to vein health from the Buffalo-Niagara region to overseas. From pioneering novel endovenous technology through research and education, he has regular interaction with thought leaders in Phlebology throughout the world. These leaders have greatly influenced his practice and he feels privileged to share his expertise locally. Outreach through outcomes is the key to patient satisfaction and practice success. Dr. Vasquez is lead co-author of the Revised Venous Clinical Severity Score (J Vasc Surg 2010; 52:1387-96) which sets the international standard for following clinical outcomes in venous treatments. He is also co-author of Clinical practice guidelines of the Society for Vascular Surgery and the American Venous Forum (J Vasc Surg 2011; 53:2S-48S) which is the most referenced vein guidelines of its time. Being a clinician who was able to publish these outcomes, Dr. Vasquez has been asked to participate as Principal Investigator in several FDA approved Phase 3 Clinical Trials. As such he has extensive experience in the newest endovenous treatments including Varithena and VenaSeal since their inception in the United States. He has been performing endovenous radiofrequency saphenous ablation (VNUS Closure procedure) since September 2003 and was the first in New York State to use the new ClosureFast catheter, helping over 8,000 patients to date. Working relationships with vascular colleagues that provide bordering clinical care enhance the outcomes mission of the Venous Institute of Buffalo. Additional information can be obtained at the website www.VenousInstitute.com.

Hernia Procedures

Minimal Access Surgery

Skin & Soft Tissue Disorders/Procedures

• cellulitis
• skin and soft tissue infections
• wound infections

Minimally Invasive Procedures

• doppler ultrasound

Venous Disorders/Procedures

• chronic venous insufficiency
• spider veins
• varicose vein ablation
• venous insufficiency

Vascular Disorders/Procedures

• deep vein thrombosis
• lymphedema

Venous Disorders/Procedures

Kaleida Health System and Kenmore Mercy Hospital

Trauma/Acute Care Surgeon

State Univ(Buffalo)

Clinical Assistant Professor