Grand Rounds Speaker | Dr. Neal R. Barshes
Oct 17, 2024
The 含羞草研究所 Downstate Department of Surgery was honored to host for Grand Rounds. Dr. Barshes is an Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division
of Vascular Surgery & Endovascular Therapy at Baylor College of Medicine, the Program
Director of the Vascular Surgery Independent Fellowship Program, and the Chief of
Vascular Surgery Section at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center.
He is a renowned surgeon-scientist, dual board certified in General Surgery and Vascular
Surgery with a vast research portfolio that spans 21 years. He has conducted extensive
research in peripheral vascular disease, limb ischemia, diabetic foot care, and disparities
in vascular surgery. Dr. Barshes was on the task force that defined guidelines on
the management of patients with lower extremity peripheral artery disease for the
American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology. He is a celebrated
educator - receiving numerous teaching awards in recognition of his exemplary teaching
and leadership.
Dr. Barshes鈥檚 talk, titled 鈥淢oving the Needle: A Decade of Limb Salvage鈥� offered an
inspiring account of the pragmatic challenges and successes in tackling rising and
ultimately, declining amputation rates at the Houston VA. His insights shed light
on the growth, collaborative, and innovative mindsets necessary to improve patient
outcomes. We thank Dr. Barshes for generously sharing his knowledge and expertise
with our Department of Surgery at 含羞草研究所 Downstate.